Levels of planning skill
Level of planning skill
Level A
• Tackles the high priority tasks before the low priority tasks.
• Able to analyzes own time use, identify common “time stealers” and act to reduce these
• Plans for interruptions, allowing for contingencies.
• Diaries appointments and keeps to them on time.
• Can prioritize tasks and recognize the difference between urgent and important tasks.
Level B
• Able to contribute to departmental plans by formulating clear, SMART goals and objectives and appropriate performance measures.
• Sets realistic but challenging timeframes and deadlines.
• Able to take the longer term view in planning own work rather than just planning day-to-day activities.
• Meets deadlines, delivers work on time without sacrificing quality.
• Is a positive influence on the use of time in-group meetings – helps maintain focus.
Level C
• Recognizes the importance of considering plans of other departments and involves all stakeholders in the planning process.
• Understands and can incorporate scenario building into the planning process.
• Able to assist other team members where necessary to formulate objectives.
• Remains focused on own and team goals and objectives, regularly reviewing these against agreed performance measures and amending plans as necessary.
• Accountable for preparation and delivery of plans for an activity or project undertaken by a work group or team.
Level D
• Is effective in planning the best balance of resources including human, financial and technological to meet goals.
• Monitors and makes decisions to achieve operational goals.
• Able to identify and anticipate future opportunities and potential problems and incorporate contingency (“what if”) plans into the planning process
• Can organize activities and allocate resources cost-effectively, and take into account the skills mix within the work group or team.
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