Key Selection Criteria (KSC) is designed to match the requirements of a position and skills of a potential candidate. In some organisations especially in the Government sector, you may be asked to respond to specific KSCs.
Here are some pointers to get you started in applying for a job:
- Understand the job and key selection criteria
- Find out about the employer
- Decide if you are qualified for the position
Key Selection Criteria:
An Organisation practices KSC in order to assess all applicants fairly and consistently. KSC’s are normally described in the Position Description. KSC outlines the qualities, knowledge and skills required for a particular job.
You may write a persuasive statement about your capabilities for each criteria using examples or situations demonstrating your behaviour, knowledge, skills and personal qualities.
Important note to remember; that KSC vary from employers and jobs. Therefore, you must address each KSC separately by using the Situation, Action & Outcome (SAO) method.
Usually KSC is tested on communication and negotiation skills, problem solving skills and computer skills. The SAO method will be able to assist you in these areas.