How to add competencies?

Competencies are the set of skills, behaviours, and attributes that enable employees to perform their roles effectively. They help organisations define the key characteristics and expectations required across various job functions.

In simple terms, competencies translate into observable behaviours or skills that demonstrate an employee’s ability to succeed in their role.

Types of Competencies in Keka PMS

Keka’s Performance Management System (PMS) classifies competencies into three key categories:

Core Competencies

1. These are fundamental characteristics shared by all employees across the organisation.

2. They reflect the organisation’s core values and create a strategic advantage in the market.

Common Success Competencies

1. These competencies are essential for success in any workplace, regardless of industry or business type.

2. Examples include communication, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving.

Job-Specific Competencies

1. These are competencies required for specific job functions.

2. They ensure employees in certain roles possess the necessary expertise to perform at the highest level.

Steps to Add Competencies in Keka

1. Go to Performance from the left-hand navigation menu.

2. Click on Competencies & Core Values.

3. Under the Competencies tab, you’ll find the three types of competencies: Core, Common Success, and Job-Specific.

4. Click +Add Competency to create a new one.

   

5. In the pop-up window, enter the Competency Name.

6. Add a Description (optional) to provide clarity on what the competency represents.

7. Select the Competency Type from the dropdown list.

8. (Optional) Add Behaviours that define the specific actions or attributes demonstrating this competency.

9. Click Save to create the competency.

   

10. To add multiple competencies at once, click on Import.

11. Choose either Import Competencies or Import Competencies with Behaviours.

    

12. Upload your Excel file and confirm to import the data into Keka.

Defining and managing competencies in Keka helps build a consistent framework for performance evaluation and employee development.

By categorising competencies and linking them to job functions, organisations can ensure every employee understands the key skills and behaviours that contribute to both personal and organisational success.