Most public bodies have competency frameworks, but few can show how well they’re used. This paper sets out a five-level maturity model for central government, local authorities, and arm’s-length bodies, with seven questions to test where you stand. It describes what each level looks like in practice, estimates where UK public bodies typically sit today,…
People in government move between roles, departments, and professions, and the evidence of their skills often doesn’t move with them. This paper sets out how competency frameworks can make capability portable, give individuals ownership of their development, and help line managers hold better career conversations. It includes a six-part conversation guide, a model for carrying…
Most competency framework rollouts fail because of how they’re introduced, not because of what the framework says. This guide treats rollout as a change programme led by line managers, with a five-phase roadmap from first pilot to routine use. It covers governance, manager preparation, data and trust, measurement, and a twelve-month plan.