Learn more about each of the four Leadership Academy schools and their associated competencies.
The first school in the Academy is Leader of Self. Here we look to understand our own qualities and leadership competencies. To manage oneself in order to act with integrity, consistency and professionalism at all times. Think critically, solve problems and build resilience.
For each school we have identified the core competencies that a nonprofit leader may need. We offer this as a Self-Assessment, through which you reflect on each competency and identify where you need to develop.
Reflecting on core competencies can be very beneficial in bringing focus to your current strengths and building essential self-awareness.
Download Leader of Self competency matrix
The second school in the Academy is Leader of Teams. Here we look to understand teams. Create an environment where teams can flourish and be most effective. Understand how to manage and lead teams to drive performance and delivery of results. Understand team formation, the conflict of teams and manage change.
For each school we have identified the core competencies that a nonprofit leader may need. We offer this as a Self-Assessment, through which you reflect on each competency and identify where you need to develop.
Reflecting on core competencies can be very beneficial in bringing focus to your current strengths and building essential self-awareness.
Download Leader of Teams competency matrix
The third school in the Academy is Leader of Organisation. Here we look to understand an organisation. Create a vision and build a strategy. Know how to inspire others, support a developmental culture, drive wider change, think critically and problem solve at an organisational level.
For each school we have identified the core competencies that a nonprofit leader may need. We offer this as a Self-Assessment, through which you reflect on each competency and identify where you need to develop.
Reflecting on core competencies can be very beneficial in bringing focus to your current strengths and building essential self-awareness.
Download Leader of Organisation competency matrix
The fourth school in the Academy is Leader in the Sector. Here we look to understand and influence the nonprofit sector. Build a shared vision, collaborate for impact and tackle systemic problems. Build consensus and influence organisations, governments and other key players.
For each school we have identified the core competencies that a nonprofit leader may need. We offer this as a Self-Assessment, through which you reflect on each competency and identify where you need to develop.
Reflecting on core competencies can be very beneficial in bringing focus to your current strengths and building essential self-awareness.
Download Leader in the Sector competency matrix