Employee Development Plan Template
Employee Development Plan
Employee Information
- Name: ______________________________
- Position/Title: __________________________
- Department: __________________________
- Manager/Supervisor: ____________________
- Date: //________
Section 1: Current Skills and Competencies
A. Self-Assessment
List your current skills, strengths, and areas of expertise related to your role.
B. Manager's Assessment
Manager's evaluation of the employee's current skills and competencies.
Section 2: Development Goals
Define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
A. Short-Term Goals (Next 6-12 Months)
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Goal: ________________________________________________
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Action Steps:
- Resources Needed: ___________________________________
- Target Completion Date: //________
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Action Steps:
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Goal: ________________________________________________
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Action Steps:
- Resources Needed: ___________________________________
- Target Completion Date: //________
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Action Steps:
B. Long-Term Goals (1-3 Years)
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Goal: ________________________________________________
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Action Steps:
- Resources Needed: ___________________________________
- Target Completion Date: //________
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Action Steps:
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Goal: ________________________________________________
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Action Steps:
- Resources Needed: ___________________________________
- Target Completion Date: //________
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Action Steps:
Section 3: Action Plan
Outline specific activities, training, or projects to achieve the development goals.
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Training Programs/Courses:
- Course Name: ___________________________________________
- Provider: ______________________________________________
- Duration: ______________________________________________
- Cost/Budget Required: ___________________________________
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On-the-Job Experiences:
- Project Assignment: _____________________________________
- Role/Responsibilities: ___________________________________
- Expected Learning Outcomes: _____________________________
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Mentoring/Coaching:
- Mentor Name: ___________________________________________
- Areas of Focus: _________________________________________
- Meeting Frequency: ______________________________________
Section 4: Timeline and Milestones
Set key dates and milestones to track progress.
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Quarter 1:
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Quarter 2:
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Quarter 3:
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Quarter 4:
Section 5: Resources Needed
Identify support, budget, or tools required.
- Budget Allocation: $____________________
- Training Materials: _______________________
- Software/Equipment: ______________________
- Additional Support: _______________________
Section 6: Progress Tracking
Establish how progress will be monitored and evaluated.
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Check-In Meetings:
- Frequency: [ ] Weekly [ ] Bi-weekly [ ] Monthly
- Next Meeting Date: //________
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Progress Metrics:
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Feedback Mechanisms:
Section 7: Signatures
Acknowledgment of the development plan by all parties involved.
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Employee Signature: _________________________ Date: //________
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Manager/Supervisor Signature: ________________ Date: //________
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HR Representative Signature: __________________ Date: //________
Notes:
- This development plan should be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect changes in goals or circumstances.
- Both the employee and manager are responsible for ensuring the action items are implemented.
- Confidentiality of this document should be maintained.