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FNSSUP505
Produce reports for superannuation

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse report requirements, design reports, research report content and produce reports for the purpose of administering superannuation services.

It applies to individuals who undertake research and use organisational skills to develop logically structured and accurate reports that meet organisational quality and compliance requirements.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Analyse report requirements

1.1 Identify organisation and task requirements prior to document design and research

1.2 Identify key aspects of relevant statutory and regulatory requirements relating to reporting

1.3 Identify and access relevant resources and research requirements

2. Design report

2.1 Design report structure and layout to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of task

2.2 Design report to enhance readability and appearance that meets organisational and task requirements for style and layout

2.3 Use complex software functions to enable efficient manipulation of information and other material, and ensure consistency of design and layout

3. Research report content

3.1 Conduct research to gain information for report content, including development of financial and statistical details as required

3.2 Develop report content in accordance with organisational and compliance requirements

3.3 Gather evidence to support recommendations, confirm with relevant personnel and include conclusions in report

4. Produce report

4.1 Write report using appropriate language and information to meet report objectives

4.2 Ensure report is coherent and logical, and base any recommendations or suggestions on documented analysis or research undertaken

4.3 Ensure software operations used in development of documents achieve required results

4.4 Use production techniques that take ergonomic practices, environmental sustainability and energy efficiency into consideration

4.5 Edit documents and print in accordance with organisational and task requirements

4.6 Name and store documents in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without information loss or damage

4.7 Prepare documents within designated timelines and organisational requirements for speed and accuracy

Evidence of the ability to:

analyse report requirements and design a report

research report content requirements to produce a clear and accurate report

use advanced functions of word processing and/or desktop publishing software applicable to superannuation reports

apply ergonomic and sustainability principles in the workplace.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the key aspects of legislation relevant to documentation within the superannuation industry

outline the impact of formatting and design on the presentation and readability of documents

describe the key features of organisational policy and procedures for written communications.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the superannuation field of work and include access to:

common office equipment, technology, software and consumables

organisational financial records

organisational policy and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Analyse report requirements

1.1 Identify organisation and task requirements prior to document design and research

1.2 Identify key aspects of relevant statutory and regulatory requirements relating to reporting

1.3 Identify and access relevant resources and research requirements

2. Design report

2.1 Design report structure and layout to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of task

2.2 Design report to enhance readability and appearance that meets organisational and task requirements for style and layout

2.3 Use complex software functions to enable efficient manipulation of information and other material, and ensure consistency of design and layout

3. Research report content

3.1 Conduct research to gain information for report content, including development of financial and statistical details as required

3.2 Develop report content in accordance with organisational and compliance requirements

3.3 Gather evidence to support recommendations, confirm with relevant personnel and include conclusions in report

4. Produce report

4.1 Write report using appropriate language and information to meet report objectives

4.2 Ensure report is coherent and logical, and base any recommendations or suggestions on documented analysis or research undertaken

4.3 Ensure software operations used in development of documents achieve required results

4.4 Use production techniques that take ergonomic practices, environmental sustainability and energy efficiency into consideration

4.5 Edit documents and print in accordance with organisational and task requirements

4.6 Name and store documents in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without information loss or damage

4.7 Prepare documents within designated timelines and organisational requirements for speed and accuracy

Evidence of the ability to:

analyse report requirements and design a report

research report content requirements to produce a clear and accurate report

use advanced functions of word processing and/or desktop publishing software applicable to superannuation reports

apply ergonomic and sustainability principles in the workplace.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the key aspects of legislation relevant to documentation within the superannuation industry

outline the impact of formatting and design on the presentation and readability of documents

describe the key features of organisational policy and procedures for written communications.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the superannuation field of work and include access to:

common office equipment, technology, software and consumables

organisational financial records

organisational policy and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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 organisation and task requirements prior to document design and research 
Identify key aspects of relevant statutory and regulatory requirements relating to reporting 
Identify and access relevant resources and research requirements 
Design report structure and layout to suit purpose, audience and information requirements of task 
Design report to enhance readability and appearance that meets organisational and task requirements for style and layout 
Use complex software functions to enable efficient manipulation of information and other material, and ensure consistency of design and layout 
Conduct research to gain information for report content, including development of financial and statistical details as required 
Develop report content in accordance with organisational and compliance requirements 
Gather evidence to support recommendations, confirm with relevant personnel and include conclusions in report 
Write report using appropriate language and information to meet report objectives 
Ensure report is coherent and logical, and base any recommendations or suggestions on documented analysis or research undertaken 
Ensure software operations used in development of documents achieve required results 
Use production techniques that take ergonomic practices, environmental sustainability and energy efficiency into consideration 
Edit documents and print in accordance with organisational and task requirements 
Name and store documents in accordance with organisational requirements and exit application without information loss or damage 
Prepare documents within designated timelines and organisational requirements for speed and accuracy 

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