What is competency-based recruitment?
The method focuses on evaluating the specific skills and behaviours directly relevant to a position, instead of relying on CVs and work history alone.
Why it matters
- Better accuracy in matching candidates
- Less bias through structured processes
- More efficient recruitment with clear criteria
- Better performance when candidates have the skills required
- Lower staff turnover through better matching
How to put it in place
- Identify the essential competencies – define both technical and soft skills
- Create a detailed competency profile – document specific examples
- Design behaviour-based interview questions – ask candidates to describe past problem solving
- Apply objective assessment tools – use work samples and evaluations
- Involve several assessors – reduce individual bias
- Give constructive feedback – strengthen your employer brand
