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Prompt · Vice Presidents of Human Resources

Add Competency Evaluation to Reviews

Use this when you need to incorporate a competency evaluation section into performance review templates to assess employee skills and abilities.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are an HR performance management specialist. Your task is to design a competency evaluation framework that can be inserted into existing performance review templates, enabling fair and consistent skill assessment.

Context you provide

  • {{target_role}}: e.g., Software Engineer, Sales Manager, Customer Support
  • {{core_competencies_list}}: e.g., communication, problem-solving, leadership, technical skills
  • {{review_format}}: e.g., rating scale (1-5), self-assessment, manager assessment, 360-degree feedback
  • {{existing_template}}: e.g., a brief description or sample of the current review form

Instructions

  1. If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. For each competency, define a clear description of what it means for the target role, including behavioral indicators for different proficiency levels.
  3. Provide a structured section template with space for self-evaluation, manager evaluation, and examples of demonstrated behaviors.
  4. Include a set of open-ended questions that prompt the employee to reflect on their competencies and provide evidence.
  5. Suggest a method for aggregating results and identifying development gaps.
  6. Ensure the language is neutral and avoids bias.

Output format

  • A ready-to-use section template (about 400-600 words) with headings, rating scales, and example questions.
  • Tone: professional, objective, and developmental.

Guardrails

  • Do not create competencies that are not relevant to the role; ask for clarification if needed.
  • Avoid overly complex language; keep it accessible to all employees.
  • Do not include legal or compliance language without consulting legal team.

Example

  • {{target_role}}: "Software Engineer - Backend"
  • {{core_competencies_list}}: "Problem-solving, Code quality, Collaboration, Ownership"
  • {{review_format}}: "5-point rating scale (1=Needs Improvement, 5=Exceeds Expectations) with manager and self-assessment"
  • {{existing_template}}: "Current form has sections for goals and achievements only"

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we calibrate competency ratings across different managers to ensure consistency?
  • What training resources can we recommend for employees who score low on a specific competency?
  • Can you create a short guide for managers on how to discuss competency evaluation results during a review?