Diplomacy and development require different but complementary skillsets; it is vitally important that staff are clear on what specific skills staff will need to develop in order to undertake their responsibilities effectively and to progress in the new Department. Early indications should be given as to the skills and competencies that staff throughout the merged Department will be expected to develop for their new roles. We recommend that the Government makes staff development a priority, an...

Diplomacy and development require different but complementary skillsets; it is vitally important that staff are clear on what specific skills staff will need to develop in order to undertake their responsibilities effectively and to progress in the new Department. Early indications should be given as to the skills and competencies that staff throughout the merged Department will be expected to develop for their new roles. We recommend that the Government makes staff development a priority, and outlines a programme for wellbeing support and the type of training that will be necessary for career development by the end of September. The 2021 FCD Type: recommendation | Number: 8 | Paragraph: 23 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: The FCDO will build on the strengths of both the FCO and DFID, developing the capability and skills of its staff in development and diplomacy while also leading efforts to improve international capability across Government. As we continue