Public Affairs (GS-1035) Competency Model
The public affairs competencies are applicable to all employees (all GS levels) in this occupational series.
Each competency in this model includes a definition and key behaviors. The definition describes what a person demonstrating this competency might do. The key behaviors are examples of observable actions that demonstrate an employee is using this competency.
Public Affairs Competencies
Click on a competency below to view its definition, key behaviors, and recommended training opportunities.
- Communications Counsel with Senior Leadership
- Data Gathering and Information Briefing
- Development of Policies and Standard Operating Procedures
- Message Delivery
- Message Development
Public Affairs Competencies Assessment Tool
The self-assessment tool allows employees to reflect on their strengths and areas for improvement related to the key competencies of top performance in their occupation. Why is this useful? For employees, it provides a vehicle for discussions with their supervisors on the training and development activities they will focus on during the year. For NIH, the assessment results will help identify areas where we need to offer training opportunities to fill competency gaps.
Your self-assessment is anonymous. Although you need to log in to get to the assessment link (this prevents external visitors from taking this assessment), once you are at the link there is no connection to you or your computer.
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Public Affairs Competency Based Tools
Public Affairs (GS-1035) Competency Model (.pdf)
Public Affairs (GS-1035) Competencies Proficiency Map
Sample Public Affairs (GS-1035) Individual Development Plan (.doc)
Public Affairs Interview Guide (.doc)
Position Description
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