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Unit of competency details

FNSAML806 - Implement an anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing program (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to FNSAML816 - Implement an anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing program 30/Jun/2020

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 14/Jan/2016


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 081199 Banking, Finance And Related Fields, N.e.c.  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 081199 Banking, Finance And Related Fields, N.e.c.  24/Jun/2016 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 2.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor an organisation's new, redesigned or reconfigured anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing (AML/CTF) program to meet organisational goals and regulatory requirements.

It applies to individuals who use specialised AML/CTF knowledge and skills to evaluate complex information and compliance requirements and apply to relevant tasks. Individuals typically lead and review organisation wide activities, exercise significant autonomy, responsibility and accountability and contribute to the strategic goals and operations of the organisation. They review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to generate ideas and provide solutions to complex problems.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Implement an AML/CTF program

1.1 Review requirements for the new, redesigned or reconfigured AML/CTF program and develop an implementation plan

1.2 Consult, negotiate and communicate the implementation plan with stakeholders including work redesign and resource allocation

1.3 Ensure procedures and/or system requirements are developed, tested and refined

1.4 Analyse and adopt organisational change processes to integrate new, redesigned or reconfigured AML/CTF requirements

1.5 Develop a communication strategy for promoting and sustaining staff awareness of the AML/CTF program

1.6 Consult with relevant personnel to ensure staff training programs and arrangements are established within required timeframes

2. Monitor an AML/CTF program

2.1 Design monitoring and supervision processes to ensure regular reviews of AML/CTF compliance

2.2 Collect, analyse and report performance data against program goals and performance criteria

2.3 Ensure rectification of any AML/CTF related compliance failings

2.4 Report and consult on progress and performance with stakeholders

3. Review and evaluate an AML/CTF program

3.1 Monitor organisational business strategy and legislative and regulatory environment for changes that may impact on the organisation's AML/CTF program

3.2 Consult with stakeholders on strategies for continuous improvement of the organisation's AML/CTF program

3.3 Report review findings to senior management and/or the Board as required

3.4 Oversee the communication of further changes to the AML/CTF program to staff and ensure requirements are implemented

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Learning

1.5, 1.6, 3.4

  • Designs, plans and oversees implementation of training for staff to achieve organisational goals

Reading

1.1, 1.4, 2.2, 3.1

  • Sources and critically analyses documentation from a variety of sources and records and consolidates information to determine requirements

Writing

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.4

  • Uses a range of formats and structures to report and present information logically for different audiences
  • Develops material for a specific audience using clear and detailed language to convey accurate information and recommendations

Oral Communication

1.2, 2.4, 3.2

  • Participates in verbal exchanges using active listening and questioning techniques to convey information and elicit the views and opinions of key stakeholders
  • Clearly explains detailed information using concepts, language, tone and pace appropriate to the audience

Numeracy

1.2, 1.3

  • Interprets, analyses and presents numeric and financial information

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.3-1.6, 2.1, 3.1

  • Develops and implements programs to ensure organisational goals are achieved and performance improved
  • Monitors and reviews organisational policies, procedures and adherence to legislative requirements

Interact with others

1.2, 2.4, 3.2

  • Uses a variety of relevant communication tools and strategies in building and maintaining effective working relationships
  • Plays a lead role in situations requiring effective collaboration and high level negotiation skills

Get the work done

1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.4

  • Accepts responsibility for planning and sequencing complex tasks and workload
  • Systematically gathers and analyses all relevant information, reviews data and evaluates options in order to inform decisions about complex organisational programs
  • Develops flexible plans for routine and complex activities with strategic implications that involve a diverse range of personnel
  • Monitors results against stated goals, adjusting plans and resources where necessary
  • Uses digital systems and technologies to enter, store or access information

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

FNSAML806 Implement an anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing program

Not applicable

New unit

No equivalent unit

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c7200cc8-0566-4f04-b76f-e89fd6f102fe

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 2.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

  • document an implementation plan to address new or changed requirements for the organisation's anti-money laundering and counter terrorism (AML/CTF) program
  • design and implement a system to monitor and review AML/CTF program and organisational policies and procedures.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

  • outline the key features and requirements of the legislative, regulatory and industry requirements relating to AML/CTF
  • explain processes for monitoring AML/CTF related compliance failings including internal audit and compliance arrangements
  • explain how information and data are captured and collated and how this information is recorded and managed
  • compare and contrast a range of management planning tools
  • explain how the AML/CTF program is reviewed and the decision making process used to determine alignment to strategic operations and relevant legislation
  • provide examples of how internal and external environmental factors are taken into account
  • outline key features of an organisational communication strategy
  • explain processes for monitoring AML/CTF related compliance failings including internal audit and compliance arrangements.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the AML/CTF field and include access to:

  • relevant legislation, regulations, standards and codes
  • relevant organisational records, policies and procedures.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c7200cc8-0566-4f04-b76f-e89fd6f102fe