Unit of competency Outline

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Implement board member responsibilities

Implement board member responsibilities

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBGOV401
State Code
AUJ91
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080307 - Organisation Management
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake the diverse roles and responsibilities required of a board member.It applies to individuals who need to solve a defined range of unpredictable problems, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources and who may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify 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 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 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 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 of management
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0728 BSBGOV401A Implement Board member responsibilities Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD68 BSBOPS406 Participate in organisational governance Unit of competency