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Evidence Guide: LGACOM404B - Establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations

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LGACOM404B - Establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Identify opportunities for cooperative arrangements

  1. Opportunities for cooperative arrangements are identified through consultation with other organisations.
  2. Opportunities identified are analysed to ensure they will provide an increased level, or at least an equivalent level, of service to the community.
Opportunities for cooperative arrangements are identified through consultation with other organisations.

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Opportunities identified are analysed to ensure they will provide an increased level, or at least an equivalent level, of service to the community.

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Develop and implement cooperative policies and projects with other organisations

  1. Cooperative policies are agreed upon by all participating organisations and disseminated to all involved staff.
  2. Project objectives and performance indicators are determined and plans are drawn up to facilitate the smooth implementation and conduct of collaborative projects.
  3. Implementation methods are organised and agreed actions and work programs are allocated to relevant staff.
  4. Communications strategies are put in place to enable efficient and coherent implementation and conduct.
  5. Resources are identified and accessed in the most cost-effective manner.
  6. Communities are informed of the changes and benefits in service delivery due to the new collaborative arrangements.
Cooperative policies are agreed upon by all participating organisations and disseminated to all involved staff.

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Project objectives and performance indicators are determined and plans are drawn up to facilitate the smooth implementation and conduct of collaborative projects.

Completed
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Implementation methods are organised and agreed actions and work programs are allocated to relevant staff.

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Communications strategies are put in place to enable efficient and coherent implementation and conduct.

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Resources are identified and accessed in the most cost-effective manner.

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Communities are informed of the changes and benefits in service delivery due to the new collaborative arrangements.

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Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the collaborative venture

  1. Project progress is evaluated with reference to planned time lines and performance criteria at predetermined intervals to assess effectiveness for council and community.
  2. Project is reviewed and project plan and resource allocations are revised when necessary.
  3. Information gathered from project evaluation is used to provide input to continuous improvement and planning processes.
  4. Problems or contingencies that arise are managed and resolved professionally and promptly in conjunction with relevant personnel.
Project progress is evaluated with reference to planned time lines and performance criteria at predetermined intervals to assess effectiveness for council and community.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Project is reviewed and project plan and resource allocations are revised when necessary.

Completed
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Information gathered from project evaluation is used to provide input to continuous improvement and planning processes.

Completed
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Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problems or contingencies that arise are managed and resolved professionally and promptly in conjunction with relevant personnel.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify opportunities for cooperative arrangements

  1. Opportunities for cooperative arrangements are identified through consultation with other organisations.
  2. Opportunities identified are analysed to ensure they will provide an increased level, or at least an equivalent level, of service to the community.
Opportunities for cooperative arrangements are identified through consultation with other organisations.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Opportunities identified are analysed to ensure they will provide an increased level, or at least an equivalent level, of service to the community.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop and implement cooperative policies and projects with other organisations

  1. Cooperative policies are agreed upon by all participating organisations and disseminated to all involved staff.
  2. Project objectives and performance indicators are determined and plans are drawn up to facilitate the smooth implementation and conduct of collaborative projects.
  3. Implementation methods are organised and agreed actions and work programs are allocated to relevant staff.
  4. Communications strategies are put in place to enable efficient and coherent implementation and conduct.
  5. Resources are identified and accessed in the most cost-effective manner.
  6. Communities are informed of the changes and benefits in service delivery due to the new collaborative arrangements.
Cooperative policies are agreed upon by all participating organisations and disseminated to all involved staff.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Project objectives and performance indicators are determined and plans are drawn up to facilitate the smooth implementation and conduct of collaborative projects.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Implementation methods are organised and agreed actions and work programs are allocated to relevant staff.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Communications strategies are put in place to enable efficient and coherent implementation and conduct.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resources are identified and accessed in the most cost-effective manner.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Communities are informed of the changes and benefits in service delivery due to the new collaborative arrangements.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the collaborative venture

  1. Project progress is evaluated with reference to planned time lines and performance criteria at predetermined intervals to assess effectiveness for council and community.
  2. Project is reviewed and project plan and resource allocations are revised when necessary.
  3. Information gathered from project evaluation is used to provide input to continuous improvement and planning processes.
  4. Problems or contingencies that arise are managed and resolved professionally and promptly in conjunction with relevant personnel.
Project progress is evaluated with reference to planned time lines and performance criteria at predetermined intervals to assess effectiveness for council and community.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Project is reviewed and project plan and resource allocations are revised when necessary.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Information gathered from project evaluation is used to provide input to continuous improvement and planning processes.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problems or contingencies that arise are managed and resolved professionally and promptly in conjunction with relevant personnel.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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

The demonstrated ability to:

establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations on behalf of council that create measurable benefits to the organisation, incorporate effective evaluation mechanisms and support corporate direction and strategies

communicate cooperative arrangements and their benefit effectively throughout the organisation.

Context of assessment

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken within the context of the local government framework. Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, including the Range of Variables applicable to the workplace environment.

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 and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced 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 depending on council work flow and planning cycle as long as the critical aspects of evidence can be demonstrated.

Resource implications

Access to organisations with whom cooperative arrangements are to be developed or to simulated case studies.

Required Skills and Knowledge

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

Required Skills

negotiation with a range of personnel and other agencies

research and evaluation, including cost-benefit analysis

written and verbal communication with public and council personnel affected by implementation

strategic and business planning

planning and organisational

time management

ability to work as part of a team particularly with people from diverse backgrounds

problem solving

using appropriate software and technology

Required Knowledge

relevant council policies and procedures

sustainable practices

council operations

council goals, objectives and strategies

other organisations potentially interested in cooperative arrangements

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.

Cooperative arrangements may include:

joint funding for projects

shared promotional resources

joint ventures to build or construct community facilities

sponsorship arrangements

Other organisations may include:

other councils within the region, state or nation

regional organisations of councils

state or commonwealth agencies

private or business enterprises

community groups

Performance indicators may include:

increases in revenue

customer satisfaction reports

increases in service usage

increased tourism to the region or municipality