Unit of competency details

Release 

TP Version 

Comments 

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DEF12V2

New unit.

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DEF12V1

Primary release.

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency.

Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised  text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Define the scope of the project 

1.1 Clarify aim, purpose, product, outcome of project  and the most up to date technology appropriate/available for that project.

1.2 Develop a project budget and confirm with relevant parties.

1.3 Determine and confirm a resources  strategy for the project, including finance, personnel, equipment requirements.

1.4 Determine the level of responsibility of those working on the project.

1.5 Communicate responsibilities clearly to all those involved.

2. Develop project plan 

2.1 Develop the project plan including timeline, schedules, deliverables and contribution from project stakeholders.

2.2 Develop a strategy for risk management and resource management for the project.

2.3 Clarify and confirm resource requirements and availability.

2.4 Specify and confirm timeline and milestones.

2.5 Brief relevant personnel  of the project plan, the deadlines and project responsibilities.

3. Monitor the project 

3.1 Implement project plan.

3.2 Support all those involved in the project to ensure that project outcomes can be achieved.

3.3 Use sound interpersonal skills to build trust and co-operation with the project team.

3.4 Assess progress against milestones and take contingency action where and as required to ensure that project deadlines are met.

3.5 Adjust project plan in line with contingencies.

3.6 Establish and maintain a file of all relevant documentation and correspondence.

3.7 Provide feedback to those co-ordinating sections of the project.

3.8 Finalise project within the agreed timelines.

3.9 Provide reports to management/stakeholders as required.

4. Evaluate project outcomes 

4.1 Evaluate  project outcomes against the aim and purpose.

4.2 Evaluate the quality of the outcome.

4.3 Review the project plan.

4.4 Share information from the project evaluation with appropriate personnel and incorporate into future project planning and management.

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

Required Skills 

• Applying legislation, regulations and policies to public affairs
• Planning and coordinating a range of events/activities for different audiences
• Publicising events and activities to encourage public participation
• Preparing speeches
• Responding to diversity, including gender and disability
• Applying procedures relating to work health and safety and the environment in the context of project management

Required Knowledge 

• legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to public affairs, such as privacy, confidentiality, copyright, libel, slander
• event planning and coordination
• using the mass media
• evaluation in the context of public affairs events and activities
• equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles
• public sector legislation such as work health and safety and the environment in the context of project management

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Assessment must confirm the ability to manage a public affairs project, including:

• defining the project requirement
• developing a project plan
• monitoring the project

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisation requirements.

Evidence should be gathered while observing the individual manage a public affairs project.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access to an advertising brief, relevant standards, policy and instructions related to public affairs.

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.

Projects  may include:

• video/film productions
• radio productions, drama documentaries
• multimedia projects
• major events
• exercises
• air show

Resources  may include:

• finance
• personnel
• equipment
• supplies

Relevant personnel  may include:

• directors
• producers
• financial managers
• department heads
• managers of specialist sections
• artists
• presenters
• contractors

Evaluation  may include:

• aim/purpose
• budget
• quality of outcome
• risk management
• meeting of deadlines
• legal and regulatory requirements