Application – References – Agriculture and Forestry Education Foundation

Application - Class 46 - Reference Form

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Candidate's Name*
First Last
Referrer's Information
Name*
First Last
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone*
Email*
Your Employer and Professional Title*
How long have you known the candidate?*
In what capacity do you know the candidate?*

Competency
Please rate the candidate on the following competencies. Specific observations or insights are appreciated.
Self-Development
Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development resources.*
Examples: Shows personal commitment and takes action to continuously improve. Accepts assignments that broaden capabilities. Learns from new experiences and structured learning. Makes the most of available personal/professional growth resources.
Comments on Self-Development
Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.*
Examples: Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information. Relies on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment when making decisions. Considers all relevant factors and uses appropriate decision-making criteria and principles. Recognizes when a quick 80% solution will suffice.
Comments on Decision Quality
Self-Awareness/Coachability
Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Is coachable and considers positive outcomes during and after the coaching process.*
Examples: Reflects on activities and their impact on others. Proactively seeks feedback without being defensive. Is open to criticism and talking about shortcoming. Admits mistakes and gains insight from experiences. Knows and owns strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and limits.
Comments on Self-Awareness/Coachability
Collaboration
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.*
Examples: Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. Represents own interests while being fair to others and their areas. Partners with others to get work done. Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments. Gains trust and support of others.
Comments on Collaboration
Cohesion
Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of difference. Creates and builds relationships and opportunities across differences. Is committed to being part of creating, maintaining, and improving a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment.*
Examples: Actively solicits involvement or input from those with different backgrounds and experiences. Encourages feedback in a thoughtful and approachable environment. Considers and values opinions from others when making decisions.
Comments on Cohesion
Self-Motivated & Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.*
Examples: Readily acts on challenges without unnecessary planning. Embraces new opportunities. Displays a can-do attitude in good and bad times. Steps up to handle tough issues.
Comments on Self-Motivated and Action Oriented
Drives Engagement
Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.*
Examples: Structures the work so it aligns with other people's goals and motivators. Empowers others. Makes each person feel his/her own contributions are important. Invites input, shares ownership and recognition.
Comments on Drives Engagement
Candidate's Manner
Candidate's manner is constructive, cooperative, positive, and optimistic.*
Examples: Approaches work in a positive manner on a regular basis and is optimistic and cooperative.
Comments on Applicant's Manner
Is there any other information you'd like to share with AgForestry about the candidate?
Consent*
I agree that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
By checking this box, you agree that all information you shared regarding the candidate is true to the best of your knowledge. You understand that this information will be shared with AgForestry staff and the Selection Committee and may directly impact the applicant being selected for the program.

Application - Class 46 - Reference Form

Step 1 of 2

Referrer's Information

Competency

Self-Development

Decision Quality

Self-Awareness/Coachability

Collaboration

Cohesion

Self-Motivated & Action Oriented

Drives Engagement

Candidate's Manner