non-applicable competence
[nɑn-əˈplɪkəbəl ˈkɑmpɪtəns]
nounpl: non-applicable competences
competência não aplicável
1. A skill, ability, or qualification that is not relevant or suitable for a particular job, task, role, or context
His expertise in marine biology was non-applicable competence for the accounting position.
Sua expertise em biologia marinha era uma competência não aplicável para a posição de contabilista.
2. In educational or professional assessment, a competency that does not meet the requirements or standards for a specific qualification or certification
The training certificate listed several non-applicable competences for the desired career path.
O certificado de treinamento listava várias competências não aplicáveis para a carreira desejada.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian human resources departments, educational institutions, and professional certification bodies when evaluating whether candidates' skills align with job requirements. It reflects the importance of competency-based assessment in modern organizational practices in both Brazil and Portugal.
Related Idioms & Phrases
square peg in a round hole
barking up the wrong tree
not in the job description
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