Modification History
PSPETHC701A Release 2: Layout adjusted. No changes to content.
PSPETHC701A Release 1: Primary release.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers ethical leadership and responsibility for influencing ethical practice in the public sector. It includes embodying and modelling public service values, embedding ethical practice into the organisation's culture and processes and promoting ethical leadership and decision making at all levels of the organisation.
In practice, ethical conduct is demonstrated in the context of other generalist or specialist work activities such as managing client services, managing financial resources, providing strategic HR services, managing regulatory compliance, managing contracts etc.
Application of the Unit
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for applying ethical conduct and accountability required in those working in government employment.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency. |
Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. Text in bold italics is explained in the Range Statement following. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 . Embody and model public service values |
1.1 Personal dealings within and on behalf of the organisation are used to consistently demonstrate a commitment to the professionalism, ethical values and principles of public service. 1.2 A high level of expertise related to public sector ethics and standards is developed and maintained in accordance with current legislation and guidelines . 1.3 Complex ethical matters are interpreted and advice is provided to resolve them in accordance with legislative requirements and public sector standards. 1.4 The reporting of suspected unethical conduct is encouraged, dealt with in a confidential manner and acted on promptly in accordance with public sector standards and organisational policy and procedures. |
2 . Embed ethical practice into the organisation's culture and processes |
2.1 Strengths, weaknesses and threats to ethical conduct in the organisation are identified through analysis of state, national and international trends, and strategies are developed to act on them in accordance with legislative requirements. 2.2 Management and accountability structures in the organisation are analysed against public sector standards, and strategies put in place to ensure continuous improvement. 2.3 Development/review of policy and organisational processes is influenced to include and address ethical considerations in accordance with public sector standards. 2.4 Frameworks for ethical decision making and policy setting are developed and promoted in accordance with public sector standards. 2.5 Policies and procedures are analysed/designed to allow individuals to safely report breaches of ethical conduct and for remedying breaches of ethical conduct. |
3 . Promote ethical leadership and decision making at all levels of the organisation |
3.1 Dialogue on organisational values and ethics is fostered with and between staff to develop a strong understanding of and commitment to public sector standards. 3.2 Leadership and guidance are provided to empower individuals and the organisation to address ethical issues in accordance with legislative requirements and public sector standards. 3.3 Organisational patterns, trends and issues that require ethical consideration by managers and staff are identified and referred for action. 3.4 Leadership programs that promote ethical and values-based behaviour are promoted and supported according to organisational requirements and the individual needs and capabilities of staff. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Knowledge requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. |
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Units to be assessed together |
PSPHR702B Formulate a strategic human resource plan PSPHR703A Provide leadership in strategic human resource management PSPMNGT701B Provide strategic direction PSPMNGT702A Influence and shape diversity management PSPMNGT703A Lead and influence change PSPMNGT704A Undertake enterprise risk management PSPPOL701A Influence strategic policy PSPPROC703B Evaluate and improve procurement performance |
Overview of evidence requirements |
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
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Resources required to carry out assessment |
These resources include:
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Where and how to assess evidence |
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
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For consistency of assessment |
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. |
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Professionalism may include: |
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Ethical values and principles may include: |
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Legislation and guidelines may include: |
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Complex ethical matters may include: |
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Organisational processes may include: |
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Breaches of ethical conduct may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Ethics and Accountability.