Judgement/Decision-making

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Competency Definition: Makes firm and speedy decisions, which require immediacy and urgency, and commits to definite courses of action on the basis of limited information.

Key Indicators: Makes decisions in a timely manner based upon factual information, impact upon people, analyses, wisdom, and experience; Makes thoughtful, outcome based decisions, even with ambiguous information under pressure and tight deadlines; Does not back down from a decision even under pressure, in the context of UNICEF's principles and values; Makes tough and potentially unpopular decisions despite opposition; consult with others for input and counsel when necessary; Weighs up alternative courses of action; Emphasises personal accountability in his/her decision-making.


SMS Alignment: All indicators.