PSPGEN043 - Apply government processes (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:

Superseded

Mapping:

Mapping	Notes	Date
Is superseded by PSPGEN111 - Apply government processes	Non-equivalent. Unit Code changed. Minor changes to Application. FS added. PE and KE changed to reflect broader application within the Public Sector.	02/Apr/2022
Supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV422A - Apply government processes	Unit code updated. Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards. All PC transitioned from passive to active voice. Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit.	06/Mar/2016

Releases:

Release	Release date
1 1 (this release)	07/Mar/2016

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CodeSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Title column	Release
BSB - Business Services Training Package	Business Services Training Package	3.0-8.0
CHC - Community Services	Community Services	4.0-9.3
PSP - Public Sector Training Package	Public Sector Training Package	1.0-4.0

CodeSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Title column	Usage Recommendation	Release
BSB40920 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice	Certificate IV in Project Management Practice	Current	1
CHC42221 - Certificate IV in Housing	Certificate IV in Housing	Current	1
PSP40316 - Certificate IV in Government Security	Certificate IV in Government Security	Current	1
PSP40116 - Certificate IV in Government	Certificate IV in Government	Superseded	1
BSB41515 - Certificate IV in Project Management Practice	Certificate IV in Project Management Practice	Superseded	4-5
PSP40216 - Certificate IV in Court Operations	Certificate IV in Court Operations	Current	1
PSP40416 - Certificate IV in Government Investigations	Certificate IV in Government Investigations	Current	1
PSP40616 - Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting	Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting	Current	1
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CodeSort Table listing Skill sets that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Skill sets that include this unit by the Title column	Usage Recommendation	Release
PSPSS00045 - Public Sector Fundamentals	Public Sector Fundamentals	Superseded	1
PSPSS00052 - Writing in Politically Sensitive Context in Government	Writing in Politically Sensitive Context in Government	Superseded	1
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CodeSort Table listing Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Accredited courses that have this unit in the completion mapping by the Title column	Status
22547VIC - Course in Public Sector Administration	Course in Public Sector Administration	Current

Classifications

Scheme	Code	Classification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	080313	Public And Health Care Administration

Classification history

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Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date	End date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	080313	Public And Health Care Administration	09/Aug/2016

Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV422A Apply government processes.

Unit code updated
Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
All PC transitioned from passive to active voice

Application

This unit describes the skills required to apply government processes. It includes applying information relating to the machinery of government and knowledge of organisations protocols and functions.

This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

General

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Apply information relating to the machinery of Government	1.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to machinery of Government relevant to work responsibilities. 1.2 Identify ambiguity in the structure and function of the organisation or work area as a result of past, present or future changes and seek and implement advice on required work priorities and outcomes for the transition period. 1.3 Manage role ambiguity as a result of past, present or future changes.
2. Apply knowledge of organisational functions	2.1 Access and apply up-to-date information relating to the structure and functions of the organisation. 2.2 Identify appropriate persons to ensure correct levels of authority are utilised to deal with responsibilities within the organisation. 2.3 Identify areas of work where delegations apply and confirm delegation levels within the organisation. 2.4 Obtain approvals in the workplace in accordance with organisational delegations.
3. Apply knowledge of protocols	3.1 Identify, access and apply up-to-date information relating to government protocols. 3.2 Observe protocols in dealings with other organisations and with persons from within and outside the organisation. 3.3 Adhere to written protocols, formats and standards in writing government documents.

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV422A Apply government processes.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

Comments

These Assessment Requirements were released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

locating and accessing information
acquiring, retaining and recalling information
applying information and protocols
discarding redundant information
dealing with ambiguity and machinery of Government changes
communicating with a diverse workforce

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

Westminster System
separation of powers
systems of government
Parliamentary structures (bicameral/unicameral)
role and function of Parliament
role and structures of Parliamentary committees
application of statutory requirements imposed by central agencies, including Treasury, Premiers, Prime Minister and Cabinet
Parliamentary procedures impacting on the organisation (including petitions, Ministerial statements, Question Time, Questions without Notice, Questions on Notice)
Parliamentary process and how it affects operational objectives and timeframes
Cabinet processes
Bill to Act process
Machinery of Government and administrative arrangements
range and type of legislation relating to the public sector including occupational health and safety
public sector code/s of ethics, code/s of conduct and statements of values

Assessment Conditions

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Unit of competency details

PSPGEN043 - Apply government processes (Release 1)

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