Career Path Model Generic Model

Generic Career Path Model E/F Executive Management Technology/Functional Strategist E/F DU Senior Management Expert Specialist DU DL Management Advanced Specialist DL CU Supervisory Specialist CU CL Advance Operational CL BU Operational BU BL Entry Operational BL A Auxiliary A

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Strategist (E/F) Translation of corporate direction into technology / functional strategy and management. Translation of commercial strategy into technology / functional strategy. Researches or advises on a company wide basis, usually as a national or international expert. A Post Graduate Qualification at Post Doctorate Level or an Equivalent Qualification 12 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Registration and/or Certification

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Principal Specialist (D4-D5) Coordinate systems / process / product design and function across a number of disciplines to achieve objectives. Professionals perform the total spectrum of professional work in a discipline. Researches or advises on an organisation wide basis usually as a company or national expert. A Post Graduate Level Qualification at Masters Degree Level or an Equivalent Qualification 8-12 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Registration and/or Certification

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Senior Specialist (D1-D3) Chooses from alternative courses of action to achieve the business targets Develops and/or co-develops the required best practice, systems and procedures to achieve business goals. Translation of organisation plans into functional plans and tactics. A Qualification at a 4 Year Graduate Level or an Equivalent Qualification 5-8 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Registration will be advantageous Professional Certification is compulsory Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Senior Specialist (D1-D3) Required to predict the success of alternative courses of action with reasonable accuracy using statistical techniques, design criteria, specifications and experimentation. Complex assignments, projects or positions that require high levels or integration and specialised knowledge and skills concerned with workplace management and professional issues. A Qualification at a 4 Year Graduate Level or an Equivalent Qualification 5-8 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Registration will be advantageous Professional Certification is compulsory Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Operational Specialist (C3-C5) Work involves providing direct operating methods and the ensuring of individual contribution to a section through best practice systems design. May act as mentor or coach to others. Required to solve complex functional or technical problems or immediate or medium term concern to a business area, drawing from a substantial body of professional knowledge and practical experience. A 3 Year Tertiary Qualification or an Equivalent Qualification 3-5 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Certification is compulsory Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Operational Specialist (C3-C5) Required to establish specifications, improve processes, workflows and introduce operating procedures. Usually plans, schedules and supervises or coordinates a process or the production of service flows to achieve efficiency and quality goals. A 3 Year Tertiary Qualification or an Equivalent Qualification 3-5 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Certification is compulsory Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Advanced Operational (C1-C2) Usually have narrow discipline focus, but with a thorough understanding of how contribution impacts on the results of a business area. Required to ensure consistent outcomes through the adherence to specifications and the use of established technical / occupational routines. Is completely self-directed and accountable for performance of outputs A Qualification at Grade 12 or an Equivalent Qualification such as an Artisanship Supplier Certification 2 Years Experience within the Specified Discipline Professional Certification is advantageous Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Operational (B4-B5) May act as supervisors, coaches or mentors for other employees. Lead group problem solving and decision making discussions. May integrate or quality check the work of lower level positions. Perform a variety of unrelated / multi-disciplinary functions. Has the ability to discover a rule or principle underlying the relationship between two or more objects and apply it when solving problems. A Qualification at Grade 12 or an Equivalent Qualification 3 Years Training at an Occupational Institute 1 Year Generic Experience applicable to the Specified Discipline Supplier Certification is advantageous Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Entry Operational (B1-B3) Routine application of industry specific tools and equipment which require training but not discipline apprenticeship. Works under limited supervision as a member of a team or as an individual contributor. Required to identify deviations from standard and to take corrective action to rectify and prevent reoccurrence. Required to apply knowledge and skills to related tasks without further training. May be required to create various documents / spreadsheets using arithmetic formulae. A Qualification at Grade 12 or an Equivalent Qualification 0-6 Months Experience within the Specified Discipline Level Progression via Competence Assessment

Career Path Level Descriptors Intent Qualification Experience Additional Criteria Auxiliary (A1-A3) Performs routine tasks under Supervision Works under direct instruction as a member of a team or as an individual contributor. Required to apply knowledge and skills to tasks directly trained on A Qualification at Grade 7 or an Equivalent Qualification No experience required Level Progression via Competence Assessment