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Evidence Guide: LGADMIN420A - Contribute to policy development

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LGADMIN420A - Contribute to policy development

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

Review existing policies

  1. Relevant organisational and other policies are identified and assessed for their relevance and effectiveness in regard to the organisation's objectives.
  2. Relevant stakeholders are consulted about their views on policies.
  3. Reviews of policies are documented and presented in a format that is in accordance with organisational protocols.
Relevant organisational and other policies are identified and assessed for their relevance and effectiveness in regard to the organisation's objectives.

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Relevant stakeholders are consulted about their views on policies.

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Reviews of policies are documented and presented in a format that is in accordance with organisational protocols.

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Contribute to research for policy advice

  1. Objectives of research are clearly defined and consistent with organisational requirements.
  2. Research and consultation strategies appropriate to the research process are identified, planned and implemented within required time frames, resource constraints and agreed processes.
  3. Factors impacting on the quality or outcomes of the research or consultation are identified and incorporated in reports.
  4. Conclusions are supported by evidence and contribute to policy development.
Objectives of research are clearly defined and consistent with organisational requirements.

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Research and consultation strategies appropriate to the research process are identified, planned and implemented within required time frames, resource constraints and agreed processes.

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Factors impacting on the quality or outcomes of the research or consultation are identified and incorporated in reports.

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Conclusions are supported by evidence and contribute to policy development.

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Prepare briefing papers on policy issues

  1. Briefing papers are prepared as required in a format appropriate to the audience, the purpose and the context.
  2. Reasoned argument and evidence are incorporated into briefing papers.
  3. Briefing papers are distributed according to organisational requirements.
  4. Feedback and comments on suitability and appropriateness of recommendations is obtained in accordance with organisational requirements.
Briefing papers are prepared as required in a format appropriate to the audience, the purpose and the context.

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Reasoned argument and evidence are incorporated into briefing papers.

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Briefing papers are distributed according to organisational requirements.

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Promote informed policy debate

  1. Strategies to stimulate informed debate are identified in consultation with colleagues and management.
  2. Strategies to stimulate informed debate are implemented within required time frames, resource allocations and agreed processes.
  3. Strategies are developed that enable exchange of views and information between policy initiators, clients and other stakeholders.
  4. Recommendations for policy options are made, based on informed debate.
Strategies to stimulate informed debate are identified in consultation with colleagues and management.

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Strategies to stimulate informed debate are implemented within required time frames, resource allocations and agreed processes.

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Strategies are developed that enable exchange of views and information between policy initiators, clients and other stakeholders.

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Recommendations for policy options are made, based on informed debate.

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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:

review policies for effectiveness and relevancy to the organisation's current and future operations

analyse and interpret data to support policy development

prepare briefing papers to present a reasoned argument, including the identification of implications and consequences of particular courses of action

involve all stakeholders in an informed debate to provide recommendations for policy options.

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

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 should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.

Required Skills and Knowledge

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

Required Skills

analytical and research

decision making

evaluation

communication and consultation

marketing and negotiating

ability to work in a team

ethics and accountability

networking

literacy

proofreading and editing

writing skills

problem solving.

Required Knowledge

local government processes, policies and priorities

organisational processes, policies and priorities

state and federal government processes, policies and priorities

contexts for policies, people and the organisation

procedures to analyse information to identify patterns and trends

qualitative and quantitative processes

information management systems and methods

briefing paper writing and data presentation

research processes and strategies.

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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.

Relevant organisational and other policies may include:

human resources

administration

financial management

work practices

training

information technology

sustainability

customer service.

Objectives of research may include:

hypothesis testing

situational diagnosis

identification of trends

process mapping

comparative analysis.

Research and consultation strategies may include:

group and individual structured, semi-structured and unstructured interviews

conversations (phone or face to face)

observing and listening

attending workshops, meetings and forums

reviewing documentation

interviewing colleagues and clients

focus groups

analysing data.

Factors may include:

assumptions

resources

organisational policies and procedures

time

competencies of client group

organisational objectives

methods of data analysis

quality assurance system

technology.

Strategies to stimulate informed debate may include:

employing a range of communication styles, modes and media

employing a range of consultation techniques

employing networking strategies.

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