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Plan for intelligence projects

Plan for intelligence projects

Unit of competency
National Code
POLCOV003
State Code
AVO36
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/03/2016
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
30/03/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to complete planning for police intelligence projects, including establishing project scope and managing the planning process. The planning process includes the assessment of risk of non-completion of the project, or outcomes not being achieved. This unit applies to those working as intelligence practitioners within the intelligence process in a policing environment.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, particularly those related to planning processes, approvals, and resource management. Those undertaking this unit would demonstrate the ability to prioritise and evaluate information for planning purposes. They would be required to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to meet responsibilities and communicate plans to other staff. They would be expected to work both autonomously and within teams as required. They will perform complex tasks and demonstrate ethical and professional policing qualities, displaying adaptability across a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish project scope
  • 1.1 Identify intelligence projects in line with jurisdictional priorities.
  • 1.2 Identify clients/stakeholders to facilitate communication and establish ownership of project.
  • 1.3 Formalise communication with clients/stakeholders to develop common understanding.
  • 1.4 Identify client/stakeholder expectations to formulate project objectives and priorities.
  • 1.5 Compare project to workload in order to determine priority, scope, and resource requirements.
  • 1.6 Negotiate timeframes for project in accordance with client/stakeholder requirements.
  • 1.7 Identify potential implications and constraints that may impact upon the project.
2. Develop a project plan
  • 2.1 Identify objectives and key issues to direct and inform intelligence activities.
  • 2.2 Select strategies and methodologies to complete project objectives.
  • 2.3 Identify resources required to achieve project objectives.
  • 2.4 Negotiate with clients/stakeholders for allocation of resources.
  • 2.5 Consider risks to the project in order to identify and select mitigation measures.
  • 2.6 Develop measures to mitigate risk and build resilience in the project.
  • 2.7 Develop information collation strategies to ensure accessibility and retrievability of information.
  • 2.8 Draft project plan for recording, approval and implementation purposes.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3795 PUAPOL032B Plan intelligence activities Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGA84 POLCOV044 Plan for intelligence activities Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWV0 POL52115 Diploma of Police Intelligence Practice Qualification