Designing a Competency-Based Model of Global Transformational Leadership (A Case Study of the Ministry of Energy in Iran and its Subsidiaries)

This research was conducted with the aim of providing a model for transformational leadership in the Ministry of Energy on a global scale. The qualitative framework, grounded theory approach, and systematic paradigm model were employed in conducting this study. The model includes causal conditions, intervening conditions, contextual conditions, strategies, and consequences of the competencies of transformational leaders in the Ministry of Energy. In this regard, fifteen deputy ministers, advisors, and managers of international companies affiliated with the Ministry of Energy were selected as a sample for semi-structured interviews. The interviews were analyzed in three stages: open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. In total, 192 open codes, 45 axial codes, and 16 selective codes were categorized. The findings demonstrated that the competencies of global transformational leaders in the Ministry of Energy in Iran encompass cognitive skills, global communication skills, general and specialized knowledge, and specific attitudes. In addition, causal conditions include personal characteristics, experience, and organizational factors, while strategies involve individual empowerment and development. Contextual conditions consist of organizational culture and a fair system, and intervening conditions include sanctions, national culture, and macro policies. Lastly, the consequences entail achieving the goals and missions of the Ministry of Energy, higher national income, sustainable development, and enhancing national security.