ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Apply knowledge of organisational linkages

1.1 Organisational linkages between government organisations and with quasi-government organisations and non-government organisations are identified and regularly reassessed to maintain currency of information.

1.2 Decisions, advice and actions are taken making effective use of a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of these organisational linkages.

2. Apply knowledge of inter-governmental linkages

2.1 Linkages between governments are identified and regularly reassessed to maintain currency of information.

2.2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the linkages between governments is used in taking decisions, advice and actions.

3. Apply knowledge of political context

3.1 Information is sourced from inside and outside the organisation, and its authenticity and reliability confirmed.

3.2 An analysis of the political, social and economic environment is undertaken that takes into account emerging trends, and current and possible future goals of the organisation.

3.3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the current political environment is reflected in decisions, advice and actions taken.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

locating, accessing and authenticating information

acquiring, retaining, recalling and communicating information

applying information and protocols

discarding redundant information/version control

dealing with ambiguity and machinery of government changes

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying workplace safety procedures in the context of work in the public sector

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

organisations in the public and private sector

public sector policy, legislation, regulations, guidelines, practices

ethical standards

governance practices

systems thinking

inter-organisational communications strategies/protocols

organisational and public sector power structures and sources of power

equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment and sustainability in the context of applying knowledge of government systems

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC601B Maintain and enhance confidence in public service

PSPFIN603A Develop public sector financial strategies

PSPFRAU601B Develop fraud control strategy

PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks

PSPGOV603B Develop a tender submission response

PSPHR621A Manage organisational design strategies

PSPLEGN601B Manage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPMNGT606B Manage quality client service

PSPMNGT609B Formulate business strategies

PSPPM601B Direct complex project activities

PSPPROC602B Direct the management of contracts

PSPSEC602A Manage security awareness

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of Employability Skills as they relate to this unit

application of knowledge of government systems in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time) that may include generalist or specialist work activities such as managing client services, developing financial strategies, managing regulatory compliance, directing contracts etc

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

public sector legislation and regulations relating to the work area

organisational structures, procedures and protocols

machinery of government information

communication technology

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when applying government systems

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when applying government systems, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

application of knowledge of government systems in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time) such as generalist or specialist work activities such as managing client services, managing financial resources, providing strategic human resource services, managing regulatory compliance, directing contracts etc

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

portfolios

projects

questioning

scenarios

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Organisational linkages may include performance partnerships between:

government and

government organisations and

quasi-government organisations and

non-government organisations

Inter-governmental linkages may include those between:

international governments and

Australian Federal Government and

State and Territory Governments and

Local Governments

Political environment may include:

political parties and policies

political evolution and reform

political powers, processes and activities

community organisations, lobby groups and other interested parties

world/regional politics, pacts and agreements

internal politics of an organisation