Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency deals with the capability of an industry sector leader to develop networks of key contacts and to communicate and exchange information with the objective of developing and negotiating sectoral positions to best effect. The leader will be required to represent and negotiate for the sector at meetings with other stakeholders. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit has application for seafood industry stakeholders who represent their industry sector in public and industry forums. This unit is one of six sector leadership units at Certificate IV level. The leadership units are undertaken as a group and are listed as a Skill Set in the SFI10 Seafood Industry Training Package. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
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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. Maintain effective networks with individuals |
1.1. A network of contacts is developed, maintained and used by taking the time to talk and listen to stakeholders and other organisations . 1.2. The benefits of a diversity of views are valued and used to build a broad perspective of the industry sector . 1.3. Cooperation is encouraged between sectoral interests by identifying mutual benefits. |
2. Communicate clearly |
2.1. Stakeholder information needs are clarified and the leader's sector's position is prepared. 2.2. Language is used appropriate to the situation. 2.3. Active listening is used to seek stakeholder input and achieve a balanced exchange of views. 2.4. Feedback is sought at the time to ensure that the views expressed by all stakeholders have been understood. |
3. Negotiate persuasively |
3.1. Key individuals and target groups that can advance industry interests and procedures are identified. 3.2. Realistic positions and supporting arguments are prepared in advance in anticipation of the likely expectations and points of negotiation of other stakeholders. 3.3. Values, concerns and views of others are respected and lines of communication are kept open. 3.4. Differences of opinion are acknowledged to encourage the rigorous examination of all options. 3.5. Negotiations are kept focused on key issues and moving towards a final resolution. |
4. Participate effectively in meetings |
4.1. Attendance at meetings is prepared and planned. 4.2. Meeting procedures are followed. 4.3. Accurate and balanced information is provided to add constructively to debate. 4.4. Consensus and compromise are sought to achieve agreed outcomes. 4.5. Agreed outcomes of meetings are adhered to and disseminated to other sector members. |
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 evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment is to be conducted in the workplace or in a simulated work environment. |
Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested:
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Guidance information for assessment |
This unit may be assessed holistically with other SFILEAD (leadership) units within a Skill Set or qualification. |
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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Stakeholders and other organisations may include: |
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Diversity of views may include: |
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Industry sector may include: |
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Meetings may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Leadership |
Co-requisite units
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Competency field
Competency field |