1. IQ Flashcards
Adaptable
(changing and improving) (delivering at pace)
You can adapt to variations in work or environment and your
effectiveness isn’t impacted by change. You are flexible and versatile
and act as an advocate for change.
- wished to have an independent review.
- deadline shortened from 8 weeks to 4 weeks
I was flexible in approach.
-Researched alternative options, internal.
Presented options with advantages and risks to take forward
simultaneously used networks to investigate availability
ned free with experience but resource limitations so I proposed an alternative plan that was feasible in the timeframes.
-Review was completed within 4 weeks, served as independent voice and ned helped with delivery too.
Or horizon scanning timings, ill, increased workload etc. reprioritised workload,
Analytical
(making effective decisions)
You seek and analyse information to inform decisions based on the
best available evidence.
HFEA resourcing estimations, making effective decisions
or SIT
Authentic
(communicating and influencing)
You are self-aware and true to yourself in all situations, even when
under pressure.
HFEA contradiction in approach and previous advice.
Catalyst
(delivering at pace)
You are self-motivated to act to achieve a goal. You are confident using
your own initiative to take forward actions.
CM task- set up team meeting, assigned resource, managing budget, created project plan, task managing an SEO and a=2 research fellow, feeding back to the programme manager progress of the team each week. Meeting with stakeholders at short notice ahead of workshop.
FSAS mock pursuaded others to run.
SIT- came with methodology options, timelines,
Challenger
(Seeing the bigger picture) (working together)
You can bring a fresh perspective whatever the situation or context.
You see other people’s views and can appreciate there are many
different angles to consider.
Interim targets, also problem solved and suggested solutions which were taken forward in proposal.
HFA resourcing work challenged approach
HOAC Change- challenged, gathered evidence came back and presented pros and cons etc,
Change Agent
(changing and improving) (leadership)
You are positive and inspirational in leading and supporting others
through change.
HEA handbook and support on public enquiries beforehand- flow charts, met to explain changes
Confident
(leadership)
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You take charge of situations, people and decisions. You communicate
confidently and give direction.
SIT, panned timelines, ran drop in sessions, delegated task to EO in the team, chaired meetings
or CM task
Review- step 5, timeline to go to D shortened to the next week when I was on AL, so I identified priority tasks and led meeting with the HEO to run through the tasks and identified the actions that would be needed under each task.
HEO not convinced could make deadline, but I inspired them by explaining how else it risked all previous analysis missing time for informing.
After breaking it up into manageable tasks, I motivated the HEO to take the lead on the collation. I summarised discussions into an email and delegated tasks across the team, highlighting that the HEO would be leading to increase clarity and inspire the HEO. The report was completed to a high standard and I was praised on my calm approach and direction.
Courageous
(changing and improving)
You are an innovator who tries new approaches and pushes yourself to
work outside your comfort zone.
DIS resourcing new method, or SIT systems approaches
HOSC- stood up for what I believed in, devised a method to evaluate progress in annual review and set expectations.
HFA resourcing work- stood up for what I thought
FS mock assessment centre- not individual scoring- stood up for
Decisive
(making effective decisions)
You use your judgement and take a considered approach to situations
and tasks when making decisions.
SIT- not taking the easy route but most robust
Assessment centre- not individual scoring stood up for
Policy making- elimated options and suggested proposed approaches.
FSAC- challenged
Disciplined
(managing a quality service) (delivering at pace)
You follow processes, operating firmly within set standards, rules and
guidelines.
-HFA enquiries, also covid- keep up to date with developments to be ready
-HFA horizon report literature review,
Efficient
(managing a quality service)
You convert resources into results in the most efficient and
economical way
HFA resourcing <more robust in same timescale so could inform hiring. Ensured work was applicable for other situations/ long term use to increase efficiency.
SAC review, instead of external internal- saving money, time, involving members
CM project
Emotionally intelligent
(communicating and influencing) (working together)
You draw insight from your own emotions and those of others to
demonstrate empathy
SIT workshops
HF policy- emotionally charged area, had to emphasise the priorities and guidelines to apply to situations e.g. resourcing, obligations etc, to push decisions. Diplomatic.
Enabler
(developing self and others)
You see the potential in everybody and encourage them to learn,
progress and develop.
- Horizon scanning webinar
- HFA policy for enquries too
Explainer
(communicating and influencing) (developing self and others)
You communicate thoughts and ideas, verbally or in writing. You
simplify complexities and adapt communication so others can
understand.
HFA handbook
HFA horizon scanning & presentation
SIT, guidance doc, flow chart, drop-in session, explained at beginning of workshop.
Focussed
(managing a quality service) (delivering at pace)
You strive for quality outcomes and excellence in everything you do.
High attention to detail,
Are there better examples?
Horizon scanning maybe when got covid.
covid-
HFa policy, very detailed
Or change- HO
