com·pe·ten·cy 
/ˈkɑ:mpətənsi/ noun
plural com·pe·ten·cies /ˈkɑ:mpətənsi/ noun 1 [noncount] : competence
▪ Critics have questioned the director's competency. 2 [count] formal : an ability or skill — usually plural ▪ The task is well within the range of her competencies. [=she is able to do the task]
▪ Critics have questioned the director's competency.
