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Disseminate outputs from the intelligence process

This unit covers the competency required to develop, deliver and disseminate intelligence outputs to assist decision making.

Application

This unit is applicable to workers within the intelligence environment. These workers need to be able to complete this activity independently with limited supervision.

This unit of competency is linked to the skills of collection and processing, which are covered in other units.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Write reports

1.1 Client's expectation of an appropriate written report protocol is determined

1.2 Written report format, tone and language specific to the audience and/or operational circumstances is ensured

1.3 Report content is accurate and written in a concise and logical manner

1.4 Written report conforms to acceptable writing conventions and is presented in a professional manner

1.5 Written report is disseminated to intended recipients in a timely manner

2. Conduct briefings

2.1 Briefing is planned so that all essential information is included and logically arranged

2.2 Briefing content is developed and delivered in a concise and logical manner

2.3 Briefing content is structured to facilitate audience comprehension

3. Provide electronic products

3.1 Intended recipients are identified and contacted to establish needs and expectations

3.2 Caveats are determined and applied to ensure that limitations on release of the product are understood

3.3 Electronic products are designed to be compatible with intended recipient needs/systems and/or operational circumstances

3.4 Electronic products are selected and presented to ensure conciseness and to enhance delivery and recipient understanding of the message

3.5 Electronic products are disseminated to the intended recipient in a form and timeframe that meets client needs and expectations

4. Obtain feedback from clients

4.1 Lines of communication are established and maintained to elicit feedback from clients

4.2 Feedback on products and dissemination methods is actively sought from clients to facilitate an improved product

4.3 Client feedback is acknowledged and recorded to enable appropriate action/adjustments to the intelligence product to be made

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

analyse, synthesise and evaluate material

apply deductive and inductive reasoning techniques

apply operational safety procedures

communicate effectively orally

communicate in writing via the preparation of intelligence analysis reports

construct sound inductive arguments

manage resources including budgetary, human and physical resources and allocation/access

use computers and information systems

Required Knowledge

available resources/equipment required to support intelligence reporting and briefing processes

briefing and report writing techniques

client feedback mechanisms

correct interpretation of all applicable laws, policy and procedures

different types of intelligence activity and their elements

electronic presentation techniques

government and policy environments within which operations will be managed

intelligence dissemination protocols, including appropriate caveats and releasability of information

security issues and classifications

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Nil

Consistency in performance

Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Evidence should be gathered over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Specific resources for assessment

There are no specific resource requirements for this unit.

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions


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.

Written report protocols may include:

Appendices

Authorship

Body

Caveat

Conclusion

Cover page

Executive summary

Glossary of terms

Introduction (aim, objective, methodology, limitations)

Probability rating

Recommendations

Referenced sources and agencies

Security classification

Table of contents

Timeframe reference

Professional manner may include:

Appropriate paragraphing

Correct spelling

Graphics

Justification

Page layout

Paper quality

Use of colour

Using correct grammar and syntax

Electronic products may include:

Computer databases

Email and electronic versions of oral briefings or written reports

Modem communication

Software

Video, DVD or audio tape

Feedback may be:

Electronic

Formal

Informal

Oral

Written

Appropriate action may include:

Amend present and future products and dissemination methods

No action

Respond to feedback


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.