Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a proposal for a negotiated outcome for a given area of Country. It includes conducting required research, consultation and all work according to Community and agency guidelines and best practice procedures.
This unit applies to individuals who apply autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility for others in known or changing contexts and within broad but established parameters.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify, select and define relevant issues related to the given area of Country | 1.1 Identify Community, government and agency perspectives and issues likely to impact on proposals 1.2 Identify the implications and impact of issues and perspectives on the given area of Country 1.3 Recommend priority areas for further research, assessment and clarification of issues 1.4 Define proposals for given area of Country in terms of context, issues to be addressed, expected outcomes, possible complications, precedents and key stakeholders 1.5 Detail with the support of Elders and other key stakeholders, an outline of the scope and appropriate processes for conducting negotiated outcomes for that area of Country in accordance with Community customs and protocols |
2. Gather and analyse information on given area of Country | 2.1 Identify information required to support proposals, including cultural significance and current and historical land use and management 2.2 Gather, analyse and interpret information required to support proposals 2.3 Develop an analytical framework for the development of an appropriate approach to the proposal 2.4 Investigate and implement legislation, national and international protocols and conventions relevant to the given area of Country 2.5 Describe the implications for own people from these examples in ways that stakeholders can understand |
3. Formulate and communicate proposals for given area of Country | 3.1 Develop a range of options for the proposal, mechanisms for implementation, monitoring and evaluation 3.2 Communicate the range of options in a timely manner and a way which is understandable to those who are party to negotiations 3.3 Consult with relevant people to be included in the negotiation as appropriate, and keep them informed of progress of work 3.4 Make recommendations for options based on likely effectiveness, implementation timeframe and costs, interaction with other proposals, and consistency with government legislation and policy 3.5 Collate examples of instances where other Indigenous peoples have used international legal systems to support environmental issues in their own Countries |
4. Complete a proposal for a negotiated outcome for a given area of Country | 4.1 Describe possible alternatives to use ensuring compatibility with legal and administrative circumstances for the area of Country 4.2 Consult relevant people to be included in the negotiation on final draft proposal and implications for the Community 4.3 Complete proposal following endorsement from key stakeholders for given area of Country |
Evidence of Performance
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
propose a negotiated outcome for a given area of Country according to Community guidelines
identify implications for an area of Country for government, agency and Community perspectives and issues
gather and analyse information on a given area to develop an analytical framework for land use
formulate and communicate proposals for given area of Country according to Community and government requirements
document and seek endorsement for a proposal that seeks to negotiate an outcome for a given area of Country
prepare documentation to Community, government and organisational requirements
follow Community customs, protocols, heritage, Country and culture relevant to proposal
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
consultation approaches
cultural customs and heritage of Country
application of State land and resources acts and legislation relevant to Country
relevant international and national conventions and agreements
management and use of the resources of the specific area
processes and proposals for resolving issues regarding access and use of land according to consultation outcomes and organisational procedures
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must comply with Community protocols and be supported by Elders and Custodians of Country.
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Indigenous Land Management (ILM)