Elements and Performance Criteria
- Coordinate organisational planning
- Appropriate strategic alliances are identified and participation is negotiated and maintained
- The overall purpose and philosophy of the organisation are identified and translated into a written or recorded set of aims and objectives which are clearly understood, measurable and attainable and evaluated as appropriate
- Appropriate corporate planning processes which maximise consultation and devolution of planning, are implemented
- Appropriate corporate planning process which ensure responsiveness to client needs are implemented
- Appropriate consultation is undertaken with relevant people and agencies
- Appropriate management structure and process is established to coordinate corporate planning, advise decision makers and to reflect principles and philosophy of the objectives
- The way in which the values and beliefs of workers and stakeholders may influence the defined organisational purpose and philosophy is analysed and communicated to all relevant participants
- Resources are made available as appropriate to support the planning processes at all levels
- Systems, processes and timeframes are developed for all aspects and components of the planning process
- Design and implement the structures and process of the organisation
- An appropriate structure is determined for the organisation to match organisational philosophy and purpose
- Lines of decision making and accountability are developed, agreed, implemented and monitored
- Budgets are prepared in line with the strategic plan and make allowance for all requirements and components of planning and implementation of programs and services
- Financial accountability systems are established which meet agreed organisation best practice provisions
- Planning guidelines provide for inclusion of appropriate statutory, legislative and practice provisions
- Planning guidelines and systems are developed which are clear, fully documented and accessible to all involved
- Implement evaluation processes
- Appropriate consultations are held with stakeholders to examine issues and trends; and outcomes are advised to decision makers as required
- All required reporting is completed in a timely way in accordance with organisational requirements
- Appropriate evaluation arrangements are identified, developed and implemented with representation from relevant stakeholder groups
- Advice is prepared and provided to decision makers within the negotiated format and timeframe
- Enable organisation to meet legal requirements
- Establish the profile of the organisation and market its services
- Formal and informal networks are used as channels to communicate the organisation's activities and achievements
- A range of communication mediums and activities are used to convey information about the activities and achievements of the organisation to encourage support and interest
- Opportunities to promote the organisation through media, government and the community are sought and utilised
- Confidentiality and sensitivity is displayed in the details, content and extent of public comment on organisation's activities
- Give direction for the effective management of the organisation
- When required policies and procedures for the employment role of the organisation are developed, articulated and their implementation monitored
- Problems in implementing defined procedures are addressed promptly to ensure resolution
- Reports which comprehensively and accurately describe the organisation's activities and achievements are prepared and presented to relevant stakeholders and management, as required
- When required, management board meetings are serviced to ensure effective and informed deliberations and decision-making
- Mechanisms for effective coordination of activities and services are identified and implemented
- Manage changes in the organisation
- Policy, social, political and economic trends are identified and assessed for potential impact on the organisation
- Management and work practices are assessed and revised relative to social, political and economic trends and impacts
- Indicators for change within the organisation are defined and monitored
- Opportunities for positive change are identified and promoted and appropriate work is undertaken to maximise support from staff, clients and stakeholders