Round 2 Competency List with Descriptions
Competency Source Description
Digital Literacy and Tool Proficiency Proposed Unique Addition Practical ability to use basic digital tools such as spreadsheets, cloud platforms, email, and shared calendars in nonprofit work.
Growth Mindset and Learning Agility Proposed Unique Addition Openness to feedback, adaptability in learning, and persistence in developing new skills over time.
Mission and Values Alignment Proposed Unique Addition Awareness of and commitment to organizations whose missions align with personal and professional values.
Reflective and Ethical Practice Proposed Unique Addition Regular self-evaluation of actions, values, and outcomes to improve one’s work and uphold integrity.
Self-Directed Decision-Making Proposed Unique Addition Ability to act independently, take initiative, and make informed decisions in complex or ambiguous situations.
Vocational Commitment / Passion for Service Proposed Unique Addition Deep emotional investment and sustained motivation to serve communities and contribute to the public good.
Adaptability and Resilience Round 1 Consensus Effectively adjusting to changing conditions and maintaining productivity under stress.
Budgeting and Financial Management Round 1 Consensus Managing finances, creating budgets, and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
Collaborative Solution-Building Round 1 Consensus Working collectively across teams and organizations to develop shared solutions to community issues.
Creativity and Ideation Round 1 Consensus Generating innovative ideas for programs and problem-solving within resource constraints.
Cross-Cultural Understanding and Communication Round 1 Consensus Ability to work inclusively with diverse populations and respect for cultural norms.
Cultural Confidence Round 1 Consensus Recognizing, respecting, and acting with assurance in multicultural contexts.
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence Round 1 Consensus Understanding and managing emotions while empathetically engaging with others.
Ethical and Transformative Relationship-Building Round 1 Consensus Establishing ethical, sustainable, and reciprocal relationships with community stakeholders.
Mentorship and Coaching Round 1 Consensus Supporting colleagues’ development through mentorship and guidance.
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Round 1 Consensus Proficiency in negotiating agreements and resolving conflicts.
Networking and Relationship Building Round 1 Consensus Building strategic partnerships with stakeholders and organizations.
Participatory and Inclusive Decision-Making Round 1 Consensus Engaging stakeholders in collaborative and equitable decision-making processes.
Power Analysis and Equity Awareness Round 1 Consensus Understanding power dynamics and promoting equity in organizational and community contexts.
Project Management Round 1 Consensus Planning, executing, and closing projects efficiently using appropriate methodologies.
Risk Management Round 1 Consensus Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks associated with non-profit operations.
Strategic Planning and Goal Setting Round 1 Consensus Creating clear, actionable plans aligned with long-term objectives.
Sustainability and Impact Measurement Round 1 Consensus Ensuring programs are sustainable and measuring their long-term impact.
Systems and Structural Analysis Round 1 Consensus Understanding how systems and institutions influence social issues and nonprofit operations.
Team Leadership Round 1 Consensus Leading teams by fostering collaboration, motivating members, and managing conflicts.
Time Management and Prioritization Round 1 Consensus Managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.