InterVarsity has 9 leadership competencies to help create a shared, robust, transparent leadership development culture
Assesses Reality
Applies acumen and discernment to accurately assess the current situation.
Builds Teams
Builds cohesive, mutually-supportive, diverse teams that apply their skills and perspectives to achieve team goals.
Catalyzes Diversity
Seeks out and engages others across diversities effectively, creates an inclusive culture, and leverages
differences to advance the organization’s mission.
Collaborates with Others
Develops partnerships of mutual trust with leaders and campus ministers in other parts of the
organization; works effectively and harmoniously to meet shared objectives.
Communicates Vision
Discerns and articulates a clear, compelling vision, located within organizational purposes and values that motivates others to action.
Develops Staff and Prospective Leaders
Develops campus ministers and emerging leaders in the areas of emotional intelligence,
spiritual maturity, successful performance, and career development.
Exhibits Emotional Intelligence
Cultivates awareness and management of own emotions, strengths, and weaknesses. Observes others’
emotions accurately and engages perceptively with others in diverse settings.