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This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Evaluate the procurement processes of the organisation

1.1 Research existing ICT procurement processes in the organisation

1.2 Establish the evaluation criteria for procurement processes

1.3 Critically evaluate the procurement processes against the criteria

2. Direct the strategic planning to support ICT procurement

2.1 Establish the priorities based on the organisational need

2.2 Lead the development of a strategy to align ICT procurement with the organisational goals and objectives

2.3 Implement the ICT procurement strategic plan

2.4 Develop the procurement policy, including vendor selection based on the strategic plan

3. Lead the risk management of ICT procurement

3.1 Lead the development of a strategy for the risk assessment of ICT procurement activities

3.2 Ensure that ICT procurement complies with the organisational policy

3.3 Ensure that risk mitigation is carried out on identified risks

3.4 Ensure the continuous improvement of ICT procurement processes

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4

• Researches and critically analyses, and evaluates, complex textual information relevant to the job role

Writing

1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4

• Selects the document structure, language, grammar and terminology to suit the specific subject matter and audience, when developing cost benefit analyses, strategic plans and policies

Oral Communication

1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.4

• Uses effective listening and probing, open questioning techniques, to elicit the views and opinions of others, and to obtain information
• Participates in a verbal exchange of ideas and solutions, and uses detailed and clear language, to clarify and present information, according to the requirements and the audience
• Articulates the requirements and strategies clearly, using the appropriate pitch, tone, body language, and reflective responses

Numeracy

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1

• Uses a range of statistical, mathematical and financial calculations, formulae and functions, together with the appropriate software tools, to interpret numerical and financial data relating to cost benefit analyses, evaluation criteria, key performance indicators, risk assessment and continuous improvement

Navigate the world of work

2.2, 3.2

• Takes a lead role in the development of organisational goals, roles and responsibilities
• Develops and implements strategies that ensure that the organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements are being met
• Monitors and reviews the organisation’s policies, procedures and adherence to legislative requirements, to implement and manage change

Interact with Others

2.2, 3.1

• Selects, implements and manipulates the communications systems, processes and practices for maximum impact
• Recognises the potential for conflict and, working with others, seeks to develop the organisational processes to deal with conflict
• Understands diversity, and seeks to integrate diversity into the work context for managing change, making decisions and achieving shared outcomes

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.4

• Considers the strategic and operational potential of digital technology in order to achieve work goals, enhance work processes, create opportunities and reduce risks
• Plans strategic priorities and outcomes within a flexible, efficient and effective context, in a diverse environment exposed to competing demands
• Identifies the key factors that impact on decisions and their outcomes, drawing on experience, competing priorities, and decision-making strategies, where appropriate
• Addresses complex problems involving multiple variables, using formal analytical, and lateral thinking techniques, and experience and knowledge, in order to focus

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTICT805 Direct ICT procurement

ICAICT705A Direct ICT procurement

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Recoded and minor edits to Performance Criteria to meet AQF requirements

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.