Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement explains the scope and context of the unit of competency allowing for differences between workplaces. The scope of variables chosen for training and assessment requirements will depend on the particular work situation.

Managing information strategically will be carried out within requirements established by:
Commonwealth and State legislation
Agency policy and procedures
Relevant program standards
Copyright legislation
Established community communication processes

High level liaison includes:
Negotiating information sharing arrangements with a range of government, non-government and other service providers required for client, service delivery, or program management

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects of assessment, and the essential knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency in this unit. The Evidence Guide is an integral part of the assessment of competency and it should be read carefully in conjunction with the Range Statement, elements and performance criteria.

Critical aspects of assessment:
Analysis of organisational information needs
Development of strategies for information management across range of functions
Development of protocols for information sharing, storage, disposal across agencies
Evidence of competence requires demonstration of knowledge related to applicable agency and legislative requirements

Essential knowledge:
Strategic planning models, theories and practices
Operations of government and non-government agencies
Relevant legislation
Range of stakeholders
Financial management
Marketing models/processes

Essential skills:
Systems analysis
Strategic planning
Preparation of high level advice

Resource implications:
Access to appropriate workplace where assessment can be conducted, or
Simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

Consistency in performance:
Assessment may include observations, questioning and evidence gathered from the workplace
Assessment may be conducted on one occasion

Context of assessment:
This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions. This may include the use of languages other than English and alternative communications systems.