competency requirements

[/kəmˈpɪtənsi rɪˈkwaɪrmənts/]
noun phrasepl: competency requirements
requisitos de competência
1. The specific skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal qualities that an individual must possess to perform a job or role effectively
The competency requirements for this position include strong communication skills and project management experience.
Os requisitos de competência para este cargo incluem habilidades fortes de comunicação e experiência em gerenciamento de projetos.
2. Standards set by an organization or profession that define the minimum level of proficiency needed for a particular function or certification
All nurses must meet the competency requirements established by the medical licensing board.
Todas as enfermeiras devem atender aos requisitos de competência estabelecidos pelo conselho de licenciamento médico.
3. Job specifications that outline the competencies, expertise, and qualifications necessary to succeed in a role
The HR department updated the competency requirements for senior management positions.
O departamento de RH atualizou os requisitos de competência para posições de gerenciamento sênior.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American corporate environments, particularly in Human Resources, organizational development, and professional training sectors. In Brazil, it reflects the growing emphasis on competency-based management models adopted from international best practices. The concept became more prevalent in Brazil with the adoption of performance management systems aligned with international standards. In the USA, competency requirements are fundamental to job classification, professional licensing, and talent management strategies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
competency standardsskill requirementsperformance standardsqualification requirementscapability requirementsjob requirementscompetency framework
Antonyms / Antônimos
skill gapsincompetencylack of qualifications

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
requisitos de competência
Most common usage in HR and organizational contexts
Brazil - Technical/Corporate
exigências de competência
Alternative usage emphasizing mandatory requirements
Portugal
requisitos de competência
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in European professional contexts
Brazil - Academic
critérios de desempenho
Used in educational and training assessment contexts

Related Words

competency assessmentcompetency frameworkjob descriptionskill developmentperformance evaluationprofessional certificationtraining needscapability matrix

Related Idioms & Phrases

meet the competency requirements
establish competency requirements
competency requirements framework
exceed competency requirements
fall short of competency requirements
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