Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PSPGEN043 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply government processes

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPGEN043 - Apply government processes
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to apply government processes. It includes applying information relating to the machinery of government and knowledge of organisations protocols and functions.This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field General
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Apply information relating to the machinery of Government
  • Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities.
  • Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period.
  • Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes.
       
Element: Apply knowledge of organisational functions
  • Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation.
  • Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation.
  • Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation.
  • Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations.
       
Element: Apply knowledge of protocols
  • Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols.
  • Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation.
  • Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents.
       
Element: Apply information relating to the machinery of Government
  • Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities.
  • Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period.
  • Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes.
       
Element: Apply knowledge of organisational functions
  • Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation.
  • Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation.
  • Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation.
  • Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations.
       
Element: Apply knowledge of protocols
  • Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols.
  • Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation.
  • Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Apply information relating to the machinery of Government

1.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities.

1.2 Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period.

1.3 Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes.

2. Apply knowledge of organisational functions

2.1 Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation.

2.2 Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation.

2.3 Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation.

2.4 Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations.

3. Apply knowledge of protocols

3.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols.

3.2 Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation.

3.3 Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

locating and accessing information

acquiring, retaining and recalling information

applying information and protocols

discarding redundant information

dealing with ambiguity and machinery of Government changes

communicating with a diverse workforce

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

Westminster System

separation of powers

systems of government

Parliamentary structures (bicameral/unicameral)

role and function of Parliament

role and structures of Parliamentary committees

application of statutory requirements imposed by central agencies, including Treasury, Premiers, Prime Minister and Cabinet

Parliamentary procedures impacting on the organisation (including petitions, Ministerial statements, Question Time, Questions without Notice, Questions on Notice)

Parliamentary process and how it affects operational objectives and timeframes

Cabinet processes

Bill to Act process

Machinery of Government and administrative arrangements

range and type of legislation relating to the public sector including occupational health and safety

public sector code/s of ethics, code/s of conduct and statements of values

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Apply information relating to the machinery of Government

1.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities.

1.2 Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period.

1.3 Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes.

2. Apply knowledge of organisational functions

2.1 Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation.

2.2 Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation.

2.3 Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation.

2.4 Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations.

3. Apply knowledge of protocols

3.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols.

3.2 Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation.

3.3 Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents.

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
Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities. 
Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period. 
Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes. 
Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation. 
Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation. 
Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation. 
Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations. 
Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols. 
Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation. 
Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents. 
Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities. 
Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period. 
Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes. 
Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation. 
Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation. 
Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation. 
Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations. 
Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols. 
Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation. 
Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents. 

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