Elements and Performance Criteria
- Develop and maintain appropriate networks
- Organisational, professional and Individual networking needs are identified, prioritised and appropriate new networks are established as required to meet client needs and organisational objectives
- Significant cultural practices, needs and traditions are incorporated into the networking strategy and its development
- Strategies to develop effective new networks are implemented in consultation with key people and in accordance with organisational objectives
- Information about new network is made available to other staff and others as appropriate
- Processes for engaging relevant community members in collection and dissemination of information are developed and implemented as appropriate to ensure effective operation of the network
- Reflect social and cultural awareness in developing and maintaining networks
- Potential discrimination or culturally based obstacles to effective networks are identified and strategies to avoid them are developed and implemented
- Cultural differences and diversity are valued as a resource in networks and integrated into practices, relationships and strategies wherever relevant
- Where individual relationships interfere with the effective operation of networks, timely remedial action is taken in accordance with organisational procedures, to ensure maximum benefit to clients
- Effectiveness and relevance of networks is regularly evaluated against organisational goals and client needs in consultation with key people, and appropriate modifications are made as necessary
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of networks includes consideration of issues related to cultural expectations, client needs and organisation's philosophy