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PSPMNGT602B
Manage resources

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Not applicable.

This unit covers management of resources in accordance with planned business strategies. It includes analysing resource requirements, developing resource plans, allocating resources, and reviewing and reporting on resource usage.

In practice, the management of resources occurs in the context of other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as managing people, managing diversity, managing risk, developing a business case, formulating business strategies etc.

This unit is one of 6 units of competency in the Working in Government and Management Competency fields that deal with resources. Related units are:

PSPGOV204B Access and use resources

PSPGOV305B Access and use resources and financial systems

PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals

PSPGOV503B Coordinate resource allocation and usage

This unit replaces and is equivalent to PSPMNGT602A Manage resources.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




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.

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite unitsthat must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite unitsthat must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service

PSPGOV601B Apply government systems

PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks

PSPLEGN601B Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPMNGT610A Manage public sector financial resources

PSPPOL603A Manage policy implementation

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

management of resources in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

procedures and protocols

jurisdictional legislation and guidelines applicable to resource management

workplace information such as resource allocations, resource plans

workplace scenarios and case studies to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when managing resources

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment, or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when managing resources, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

management of resources in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

portfolios

projects

questioning

scenarios

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

applying legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to resource management in the public sector

using effective consultation and negotiation with stakeholders

writing reports requiring reasoning and precision of expression

communicating using complex exchange of oral information

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying budgeting and financial management

applying occupational health and safety and environmental strategies to resource management

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

resource plans

financial management and budgetary processes in the organisation

business strategies

risk management concepts

organisational goals, policies and procedures

equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles

jurisdictional legislation and guidelines applicable to resource management, including occupational health and safety and environment

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Stakeholders may include

all those individuals and groups both inside and outside the organisation that have some direct interest in the organisation's behaviour, actions, products and services such as:

other public sector organisations

union and association representatives

boards of management

government

Ministers

Resources may include

human

physical

financial

technological and information resources

Business units may be

programs

sub-programs

cost centres

areas

divisions

branches

production units or sections located within the organisation

Business strategies may include

programs, projects, processes and plans used to attain the business unit's strategic objectives

Legislation, organisational policies and practices may include

Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation including equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination law

national and international codes of practice and standards

the organisation's policies and practices

government policy

codes of conduct

Technology may include

computers and computer software

photocopiers

communication systems

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
Resource bids are developed in line with outputs identified in business plans 
Key stakeholders are consulted in determining the nature and level of resources required 
Analysis of resource requirements is used to identify proposed costs and benefits 
Opportunities to share resources across business units within the organisation are identified 
Resource plans are developed that detail the acquisition and allocation of resources, and the relationship to businessstrategies, contingencies, plans, programs and processes 
Internal resourcing capabilities and external resourcing requirements are identified 
Procedures for the evaluation of resource allocation are identified in resource plans 
Processes for managing changing government priorities are included in resource plans 
Approval for resource plans is obtained from senior management 
Resources are allocated in accordance with relevant legislation, organisational policy and practices 
Resource allocation is managed to enable achievement of business unit objectives 
Resources are negotiated and obtained within required timeframe to enable achievement of business unit objectives 
Systems are developed and implemented to enable timely and accurate monitoring and review of resource usage 
Efficient use of technology is incorporated into work practices 
Procedures to review resource allocation against business unit objectives are developed and implemented 
Compliance with program and project budgets is monitored and corrective action is recommended and actioned where necessary 
Reports are prepared that clearly indicate the level of performance achieved and any action taken to adjust or rectify procedures in meeting service and product delivery standards 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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