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

Required Skills

highlevel leadership and management skills

research and analytical skills

highlevel written and oral communication skills

highlevel problem solving skills

planning and organisational skills

ability to apply governance models to the operations of a specific council

self reflection including the ability and willingness to respond to the level of accountability and responsibility of personal role

Required Knowledge

detailed and demonstrated knowledge of legislation impacting councils including Local Government Act

detailed and demonstrated knowledge of council decisionmaking practices

knowledge of governance processes and models

Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the elements to the required performance level detailed in the performance criteria The units skill and knowledge requirements must also be demonstrated The candidate will demonstrate the capacity to provide leadership and good governance within councils and adherence to all legislative requirements

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrated knowledge and skills in

local government governance principles and their application

ethical business practice

researching and applying best practice to governance processes

defining and implementing effective management strategies to support good governance including reporting and accountability structures

Context of assessment

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken with the context of the Local Government framework Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria including the range of variables applicable to the workplace environment

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

preparation of a major workplace project reportportfolio that may incorporate assessment of related units as a key form of assessment that enables candidates to integrate the learning and assessment project into their regular work responsibilities which enables integrated and holistic assessment of the complex skills and knowledge addressed in this unit

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate hisher handling of a range of contingencies

written and oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioner

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated management environments

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources

relevant council documents such as strategic and operational plans and good governance guides

relevant local government legislation and regulations

exemplars of good governance practices and policies

Governance review bodies may include:

Best practice research includes reviewing:

Governance principles and practices include policy and process associated with:

Resources for council may include:

Information sharing and communication may include: