Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake the diverse roles and responsibilities required of a Board member. Some aspects of governance activities may be subject to legislation, rules, regulations and/or codes of practice relevant to different job roles and jurisdictions. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit 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. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify the business of the organisation |
1.1. Ensure the history of the organisation is known and understood 1.2. List and explain the core functions of the organisation 1.3. Explain the relationship between the organisation, stakeholders and other organisations /entities |
2. Monitor operations |
2.1. Identify and document outcomes for each operational area 2.2. Use information provided to review effectiveness and efficiency of operations 2.3. Suggest changes to operations if necessary |
3. Follow the legal requirements when carrying out Board duties |
3.1. List and describe relevant provisions of the legislation under which the organisation operates 3.2. Adhere to relevant aspects of Corporations Law 3.3. Adhere to the constitution of the organisation 3.4. List and comply with workplace responsibilities 3.5. Comply with the terms and conditions of funding agreements |
4. Monitor trends and changes in the community |
4.1. Attend community meetings, speaking on behalf of the Board as required and delegated 4.2. Maintain information and awareness of key stakeholders and political issues 4.3. Ensure the Board is informed of identified community and stakeholder needs 4.4. Review policies with respect to changing community needs, and incorporate into operations as required |
5. Receive and act on community and stakeholder feedback |
5.1. Receive and document feedback from the community and stakeholders about services 5.2. Evaluate feedback 5.3. Deal with feedback in accordance with policies and procedures, and in consultation with management 5.4. Document and support decisions with management |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Core functions may relate to: |
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Stakeholders and other organisations /entities may include: |
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Operational area may include: |
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Information provided to review effectiveness may include: |
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Legislation may include: |
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Corporations Law may include: |
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Workplace responsibilities may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Regulation, Licensing and Risk - Governance |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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