The competencies included represent the basic knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors that administrative employees at NIH need to be successful.

The competencies are divided into four sections:

• Non-Technical: These are foundational competencies such as “Communication” and “Leveraging Technology” which can be applied across NIH administrative positions.
• Technical: These competencies represent the skill sets required for specific functional areas.
• Leadership & Management: Represent the essential competencies necessary to be a successful leader or manager at NIH.
• Executive Proficiencies: These proficiencies are designed to identify the skill sets of the top levels of management and can be used as a guide for individuals aspiring to reach these positions (e.g., IC Director, Deputy IC Director, Scientific Director, Extramural Director, or Executive Officer).