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Contribute to policy development

Contribute to policy development

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPPCY001
State Code
AWU19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
090103 - Policy Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills required to contribute to the consultative and validation stages of policy development, provide feedback and contribute to the review of policy.This unit applies to public sector staff and other stakeholders whose roles include contributing to the policy development process.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently, and as part of a team, with occasional supervisory responsibilities. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Contribute to the consultative phase of policy development
  • 1.1 Identify and respond to opportunities to contribute to policy development.
  • 1.2 Communicate information on the policy development process, timelines and expected outcomes to interested parties.
  • 1.3 Gather, record and provide information on policy requirements and existing policies and procedures likely to be impacted.
2. Contribute to the validation stage of policy development
  • 2.1 Analyse draft policy and the likely implications for government service delivery in consultation with those likely to be affected.
  • 2.2 Evaluate and record draft policy implications for work processes and outcomes.
  • 2.3 Identify and record likely implementation issues, dissenting stakeholders and transition requirements.
  • 2.4 Provide feedback supported by evidence on draft policy.
3. Provide feedback on policy development
  • 3.1 Gather, store and analyse information relating to the process of policy development.
  • 3.2 Provide oral or written feedback to the policy developer.
4. Contribute to the review of policy
  • 4.1 Gather, record and analyse information relating to the expected outcomes of the policy before, during and/or following policy implementation.
  • 4.2 Identify and report unanticipated consequences of policy implementation and suggestions for dealing with them.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8238 PSPPOL401A Contribute to policy development Unit of competency