Facing Competency Based Interviews

#### Dear serey all You might know certain types of interviews, such as telephone interviews or group interviews. Have you ever heard of a type of competency-based interview? As the name implies, this type of interview aims to properly test your competence. Some interviewers may be more interested in your previous experience or qualifications. The interviewer also wants to know if you have the right skills with the job you want. This type of interview is often used if previous experience is not considered important. In addition, to test practically how prospective employees will react in certain situations. The tasks can range from oral and written communication to planning, organization, and problem solving. Some of the key competencies sought include team work, responsibility, communication skills, decision making, leadership, problem solving, organization, and goal orientation. Although the types of questions asked depend entirely on the role and company or institution you are applying for, there are a number of common themes that are asked during competency- based interviews. https://i.imgur.com/yrCZmGs.jpg Example: Tell me when ... Can you think of an example of how / when ... Explain your way ... In essence, what the interviewer is looking for is a practical example of a number of key competencies, namely describing how you show superior leadership. For example, from previous work, education, or even dealing with extracurricular activities, such as a sports team or a group that you might join. So how to answer competency-based interview questions? First, select some of the key competencies listed in the job description and think of some examples for each competency. If they are looking for someone with great team work and leadership skills, think about the scenario in which you have demonstrated this and the situation at work. Consider, for example, group presentations that you have done at school, the community where you are a member, or even when capturing a cheerleading team at school. If you are not used to answering competency-based interview questions, the STAR model (situation, task, action, result) is a useful way to communicate important points clearly and concisely. After you identify the situation, assignments, actions, or results, formulate a short key point. Be sure to include how you achieve results and how the actions address the situation and the initial task. The following are competency-based interview tips. * Before the interview begins, select the main skills highlighted in the job description. * For each, prepare a pre-prepared example of how you display that attribute. * Use examples if possible, including during school or higher education, previous work or work experience, and in everyday life in general. * Don't lie during interviews. They will ask questions about the subject, and whatever figures of speech you make will be immediately known. ___ ___ #### Thanks @zur