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Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Investigate funding opportunities for project

1.1 Determine the scope and funding needs of project

1.2 Calculate required funding arrangements

1.3 Research potential funding sources and the activities they support, eligibility and selection processes

2. Develop a funding proposal

2.1 Summarise the proposed project, the purpose of funding and the amount sought

2.2 Determine project timelines and budget breakdown

2.3 Prepare funding documentation in the required format

2.4 Collate additional materials and testimonials to support request for funding

2.5 Arrange an independent review of funding proposal and seek tax and regulatory advice where required

2.6 Prepare return on investment information for potential investors

3. Pitch project and funding request

3.1 Plan and document presentation approach and intended outcomes

3.2 Choosepresentation strategies, format and delivery methods according to the target audience

3.3 Selectpresentation aids, materialsandtechniquesaccording to the format and purpose of the presentation

3.4 Present proposal using persuasive communication techniques to secure audience interest

3.5 Respond to audience questions on central ideas and concepts

3.6 Evaluate presentation and identify strengths and weaknesses to inform subsequent presentations

4. Examine terms and conditions of potential funding

4.1 Review funding agreement and clarify terms and conditions of funding

4.2 Determine reporting requirements for funding

4.3 Establish processes to monitor compliance and report project progress

S KILL 

DESCRIPTION 

Learning

• Improves own performance using views and opinions of others and self-evaluation to identify different opportunities

Reading

• Recognises and interprets textual information to determine and define requirements
• Organises, evaluates and critiques ideas and information from different sources

Writing

• Conveys and requests detailed information using specialised language
• Supports the purpose and format of documents using grammatical structure

Oral Communication

• Elicits the view and opinion of others using listening and questioning techniques
• Presents information suitable to audience and environment using industry related and specific terminology

Numeracy

• Estimates and develops structured funding plans using mathematical skills

Self-management

• Takes responsibility for meeting legal, regulatory and compliance requirements

Teamwork

• Follows accepted communication practices and protocols
• Builds rapport, presents concepts and seeks feedback using effective interpersonal skills

Planning and organising

• Plans and prioritises different tasks to achieve outcomes efficiently and in a timely manner

Problem-solving

• Analyses factors and makes decisions about funding sources and proposals using problem-solving techniques

Technology

• Accesses, enters and presents information using applicable digital tools and technologies

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.