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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Perform at a high level as a councillor
  2. Provide leadership to council and community groups
  3. Provide a positive image of council
  4. Initiate and support development programs

Evidence Required

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 knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Assessment in this unit requires demonstration of

developing engaging and leading community groups within a local government context

understanding of differing personal characteristics and their effect on leadership of teams

engaging in appropriate research and consultation

contributing to the development and implementation of strategies within local government groups

capacity to respect and represent diversity in ethnic background culture customs language and communication styles

Context of assessment

In the workplace or a simulated work environment possibly supported by classroom delivery including remote or online

Assessment may encompass multiple elements in the workplace and utilise

roleplays

oral questioning

case studies

short exercises including multiple choice practical demonstrations and group activities in simulated environments

It is anticipated that a complete assessment would involve observation of performance in the role of councillor

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

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

written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

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

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables

Resource implications

Access to a workplace simulated environment or case studies including

legislation and standards of practice

protocols policies and procedures

meetings and committee proceedings

representative issues and incidents reflecting council responsibility

Assessment and training may need to be conducted out of standard business hours


Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Strategies may include application of:

leadership theories

performance modelling

leadership styles

team-building skills

group dynamics

organisational behaviour theories

Groups may include:

council

council committees or interest groups

community interest and special interest

rate payers action

community safety

emergency response

community action

cultural, sporting, recreational and social groups

Research may include:

surveys

questionnaires

direct contact with existing community groups and industry representatives

analysis of statistical data

analysis of trends in population growth changes and building and planning permits issued

sourcing information based on listening and responding to constituent complaints

communicating with community panels