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Manage expatriate staff

Manage expatriate staff

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBHRM511
State Code
AUJ61
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage Australian staff working in other countries including planning for offshore work, supporting expatriate staff and arranging for the repatriation of expatriate staff.It applies to individuals working in a managerial role who direct the work of others working in any industry context and with teams of variable sizes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for offshore work
  • 1.1 Review type of work to be conducted offshore and record roles, tasks and responsibilities of team members
  • 1.2 Research cultural, linguistic and regulatory differences of offshore work site
  • 1.3 Evaluate Australian and host country taxation law as it affects offshore work
  • 1.4 Review and select options for employment contracts and remuneration arrangements
  • 1.5 Develop selection procedures ensuring employee adaptability
  • 1.6 Create team and individual work plans and timeframes
  • 1.7 Ensure that necessary work permits, visas and immunisations are obtained and that travel and accommodation arrangements are made
  • 1.8 Plan for required technologyand equipment for offshore team
2 Support expatriate staff to achieve goals
  • 2.1 Arrange for the provision of cultural awareness training and orientation to new work site and living situation
  • 2.2 Provide relevant organisational information and clarify performance expectations
  • 2.3 Establish clear procedures for open and honest communication
  • 2.4 Manage team dynamics and support team performance
  • 2.5 Review individual and group performance and provide development opportunities
  • 2.6 Assist in the management of conflict and address disputes and grievances
  • 2.7 Recognise and reward contributions of team members
3 Arrange and evaluate repatriation
  • 3.1 Support staff to plan for repatriation
  • 3.2 Assign work roles and responsibilities to returning staff
  • 3.3 Provide mentoring through transition following return to Australia
  • 3.4 Evaluate effectiveness of management strategies and support for expatriated staff
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4864 BSBHRM511A Manage expatriate staff Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCG25 BSBHRM527 Coordinate human resource functions and processes Unit of competency