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Evidence Guide: LGAGENE502A - Provide leadership within the council and community

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LGAGENE502A - Provide leadership within the council and community

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

Perform at a high level as a councillor

  1. Strategies for motivating self and influencing others are identified and demonstrated.
  2. Communication and leadership styles are accommodated to suit a range of circumstances.
  3. Research is undertaken to support presentations, discussion concepts and communication with council and the community.
  4. Participation in the affairs of council and its groups or committees is timely, enthusiastic and inclusive of community interests.
  5. Commitments are fulfilled as agreed to and as required by council and the community.
Strategies for motivating self and influencing others are identified and demonstrated.

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Communication and leadership styles are accommodated to suit a range of circumstances.

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Research is undertaken to support presentations, discussion concepts and communication with council and the community.

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Participation in the affairs of council and its groups or committees is timely, enthusiastic and inclusive of community interests.

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Commitments are fulfilled as agreed to and as required by council and the community.

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Provide leadership to council and community groups

  1. Council expectations and community requirements are clarified and demonstrated.
  2. Strategic approaches to decision making are supported.
  3. Effective communication with council and community groups is established and maintained.
  4. Actual or potential conflicts of interest are identified and dealt with according to legislative or policy protocol.
  5. Legislation is complied with in actions and recommendations.
Council expectations and community requirements are clarified and demonstrated.

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Strategic approaches to decision making are supported.

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Effective communication with council and community groups is established and maintained.

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Actual or potential conflicts of interest are identified and dealt with according to legislative or policy protocol.

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Legislation is complied with in actions and recommendations.

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Provide a positive image of council

  1. Legislative protocols and codes of practice are complied with in actions and recommendations.
  2. Ethical behaviour is demonstrated by showing respect for individual and group rights in accordance with relevant legislation, protocols and codes of practice.
  3. Diverse points of view and community interests are represented and respected where necessary.
  4. Respect for all cultures and customs is encouraged and demonstrated at all times.
  5. Decisions of council and matters of privilege and confidentiality are respected.
  6. Work relationships with council staff are conducted in a manner that respects the differences between roles of staff and those of elected members.
Legislative protocols and codes of practice are complied with in actions and recommendations.

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Ethical behaviour is demonstrated by showing respect for individual and group rights in accordance with relevant legislation, protocols and codes of practice.

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Diverse points of view and community interests are represented and respected where necessary.

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Respect for all cultures and customs is encouraged and demonstrated at all times.

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Decisions of council and matters of privilege and confidentiality are respected.

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Work relationships with council staff are conducted in a manner that respects the differences between roles of staff and those of elected members.

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Initiate and support development programs

  1. Links with existing programs are encouraged.
  2. A strategic approach to funding support is demonstrated.
  3. Development programs are considered in line with strategic plans.
  4. Feedback on resource use and program achievements against objectives is circulated to stakeholders.
Links with existing programs are encouraged.

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A strategic approach to funding support is demonstrated.

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Development programs are considered in line with strategic plans.

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Feedback on resource use and program achievements against objectives is circulated to stakeholders.

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Assessed

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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

Assessment in this unit requires demonstration of:

developing, engaging and leading community groups within a local government context

understanding of differing personal characteristics and their effect on leadership of teams

engaging in appropriate research and consultation

contributing to the development and implementation of strategies within local government groups

capacity to respect and represent diversity in ethnic background, culture, customs, language and communication styles

Context of assessment

In the workplace or a simulated work environment, possibly supported by classroom delivery, including remote or online.

Assessment may encompass multiple elements in the workplace and utilise:

role-plays

oral questioning

case studies

short exercises, including multiple choice, practical demonstrations and group activities in simulated environments

It is anticipated that a complete assessment would involve observation of performance in the role of councillor.

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.

Resource implications

Access to a workplace, simulated environment or case studies including:

legislation and standards of practice

protocols, policies and procedures

meetings and committee proceedings

representative issues and incidents reflecting council responsibility

Assessment and training may need to be conducted out of standard business hours

Required Skills and Knowledge

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

Required skills

judgement and decision making

management

effective interpersonal

effective verbal and written communication

analytical and problem solving

identifying community needs and issues

research and reporting

Required knowledge

budgeting and financial procedures

strategic planning processes

policy analysis and interpretation

links between policy areas and processes within council

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.

Strategies may include application of:

leadership theories

performance modelling

leadership styles

team-building skills

group dynamics

organisational behaviour theories

Groups may include:

council

council committees or interest groups

community interest and special interest

rate payers action

community safety

emergency response

community action

cultural, sporting, recreational and social groups

Research may include:

surveys

questionnaires

direct contact with existing community groups and industry representatives

analysis of statistical data

analysis of trends in population growth changes and building and planning permits issued

sourcing information based on listening and responding to constituent complaints

communicating with community panels