Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a leadership role as a board member.
It applies to individuals with a broad knowledge of the business or core functions of organisations who contribute their skills and knowledge to monitoring and guiding the activities of the organisation.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Regulation, Licensing and Risk – ATSI Governance
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 Lead by example |
1.1 Identify qualities of effective community leaders 1.2 Analyse own leadership style and performance 1.3 Use knowledge and skills to communicate effectively and demonstrate respect for community values 1.4 Identify changes that may affect the organisation and the community and discuss their implications 1.5 Implement change in a culturally-sensitive way 1.6 Identify how personal actions can impact others |
2 Access information about the community |
2.1 Gather and analyse information on social, cultural and economic needs of all sections of the community 2.2 Follow protocols for information sharing |
3 Encourage others to participate in the organisation’s activities |
3.1 Encourage involvement of members of the community in the governance of the organisation 3.2 Encourage active community participation in the organisation 3.3 Promote a team and community approach relating to the activities of the organisation |
4 Determine the big picture on community issues |
4.1 Form opinions after researching background to community issues 4.2 Consider and discuss regional and national issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the wider community 4.3 Consult Elders, traditional owners, government departments and others regarding community issues |
5 Provide directions and make decisions |
5.1 Identify and document options to address community and organisational issues 5.2 Present options for community discussion 5.3 Consider and evaluate other points of view when making clear, rational decisions reflecting community wishes 5.4 Promote consensus where there is difference of opinion 5.5 Inform Elders, traditional owners and others about how and why decisions are made 5.6 Implement and follow decisions made by the board |
6 Negotiate with others to promote community interests |
6.1 Give priority to community interests in dealing with government, business and other organisations 6.2 Represent the views of the board to others 6.3 Negotiate and document outcomes that represent the best possible solutions for the community at the time |
7 See both sides of community issues |
7.1 Analyse points of view expressed on an issue in terms of their impact on the community and the organisation 7.2 Include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander points of view when making decisions 7.3 Support decisions that promote the long-term wellbeing of the whole community |
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 |
Reading |
1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 4.1, 5.1 |
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Writing |
1.3, 1.5, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 6.2, 6.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.3-1.5, 2.1, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.3, 5.2, 5.6, 6.2, 6.3, 7.2, 7.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 3.1-3.3, 4.3, 5.4, 5.5, 6.2, 6.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 5.1, 5.3, 5.6, 6.1, 7.2, 7.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBATSIL512 Be a leader in the community |
BSBATSIL512A Be a leader in the community |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10