Assessor Resource

CHCCOM003
Develop workplace communication strategies

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop communication protocols for a team or business unit.

This unit applies to workers responsible for overseeing the communication of organisation-specific information to a range of internal and external stakeholders.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Develop communication strategies

1.1 Identify internal and external information needs

1.2 Identify competing or conflicting interests

1.3 Develop a range of communication strategies to meet organisation needs and goals

1.4 Develop a communication plan

2. Establish communication protocols

2.1 Identify processes for adapting communication strategies to suit a range of contexts

2.2 Develop processes and protocols in line with communication strategies

2.3 Prepare information and resources to support the implementation of communication protocols

3. Promote the use of communication strategies

3.1 Present information to staff regarding communication strategies, protocols and organisation standards

3.2 Model effective oral and written communication and provide mentoring and/or coaching to staff

3.3 Maintain work-related networks and relationships to meet organisation objectives

4. Review communication practices

4.1 Obtain feedback from others to assess communication outcomes

4.2 Record lessons learnt and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

developed and presented 1 new communication strategy and associated protocols for a business unit or team

developed and implemented 1 strategy for using digital media to provide information and promote organisation to clients

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

political, economic, social and technological factors

competitors

stakeholders

organisational business and strategic plans

SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats)

legal and ethical considerations relating to communication:

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

discrimination

duty of care

mandatory reporting

informed consent

organisation communication channels, including:

special communication needs of personnel

organisation processes and hierarchy

official communication channels

existing organisation protocols and etiquette for communication

possible communication barriers, restraints, difficulties

a range of different communication strategies and plans including crisis communication plans

financial implications including budgeting and return on investment

mentoring and coaching principles and practices

traditional media

digital media including types, etiquette and marketing

evaluation processes

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including use of real workplace policies and procedures

modelling typical workplace conditions, including:

interactions with clients and co-workers from a range of diverse backgrounds

presentations to groups of at least 3 people

typical workplace reporting processes

use of presentation media

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Develop communication strategies

1.1 Identify internal and external information needs

1.2 Identify competing or conflicting interests

1.3 Develop a range of communication strategies to meet organisation needs and goals

1.4 Develop a communication plan

2. Establish communication protocols

2.1 Identify processes for adapting communication strategies to suit a range of contexts

2.2 Develop processes and protocols in line with communication strategies

2.3 Prepare information and resources to support the implementation of communication protocols

3. Promote the use of communication strategies

3.1 Present information to staff regarding communication strategies, protocols and organisation standards

3.2 Model effective oral and written communication and provide mentoring and/or coaching to staff

3.3 Maintain work-related networks and relationships to meet organisation objectives

4. Review communication practices

4.1 Obtain feedback from others to assess communication outcomes

4.2 Record lessons learnt and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

developed and presented 1 new communication strategy and associated protocols for a business unit or team

developed and implemented 1 strategy for using digital media to provide information and promote organisation to clients

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

political, economic, social and technological factors

competitors

stakeholders

organisational business and strategic plans

SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats)

legal and ethical considerations relating to communication:

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

discrimination

duty of care

mandatory reporting

informed consent

organisation communication channels, including:

special communication needs of personnel

organisation processes and hierarchy

official communication channels

existing organisation protocols and etiquette for communication

possible communication barriers, restraints, difficulties

a range of different communication strategies and plans including crisis communication plans

financial implications including budgeting and return on investment

mentoring and coaching principles and practices

traditional media

digital media including types, etiquette and marketing

evaluation processes

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including use of real workplace policies and procedures

modelling typical workplace conditions, including:

interactions with clients and co-workers from a range of diverse backgrounds

presentations to groups of at least 3 people

typical workplace reporting processes

use of presentation media

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Identify internal and external information needs 
Identify competing or conflicting interests 
Develop a range of communication strategies to meet organisation needs and goals 
Develop a communication plan 
Identify processes for adapting communication strategies to suit a range of contexts 
Develop processes and protocols in line with communication strategies 
Prepare information and resources to support the implementation of communication protocols 
Present information to staff regarding communication strategies, protocols and organisation standards 
Model effective oral and written communication and provide mentoring and/or coaching to staff 
Maintain work-related networks and relationships to meet organisation objectives 
Obtain feedback from others to assess communication outcomes 
Record lessons learnt and identify opportunities for continuous improvement 

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