The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework

Use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework to create roles, recruit staff, manage performance, plan careers, and to plan and develop your workforce.

What is the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework?

The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework helps agencies attract, recruit, develop and keep skilled staff. It provides a clear structure for building a capable and responsive workforce.

You can use the framework to:

  • design roles and write clear role descriptions
  • recruit and promote staff
  • support performance development
  • move staff between roles
  • plan learning and development
  • guide career planning conversations
  • plan and manage your workforce. 
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Access the Capability Framework

Download the Capability Framework

Terms of use

If you want to use, adapt or share the Capability Framework, make sure you read the terms and conditions first.

Additional resources

Resources index

Tools and guides to help your agency understand and use the framework.

Occupation-specific capability sets

Find capability sets for human resources, finance, information and communications technology (ICT), procurement, infrastructure and construction project leadership (ICPL), and legal roles.

How to apply the framework

Learn how to use the framework for recruiting, managing performance, mobility, career planning and workforce planning.

Framework terms and conditions

Read the terms and conditions of using, adapting or sharing the Capability Framework.

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