Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Changing environment may include:
animal welfare issues
change in response to opportunities, issues and proposals
changing economic conditions
climate change
ecosystem and resource management strategies
emerging organisations, new lobby and interest groups
imposed change from legislative, regulatory and trade impacts
international treaties and agreements
new market, supplier or customer requirements
new quality requirements, such as export and food safety
new technology, equipment, processing, handling and transport
political debate on policies and programs
research findings
third-party accreditation.
Change management approaches may include:
defining and clarifying objectives and key elements as drivers of change
fostering creativity, innovation and feedback
incremental versus strategic/quantum shifts
involving stakeholders
proactive rather than reactive approaches
quality assurance, internal auditing and continuous improvement teams
strengthening communication processes
team building, developing and supporting emerging leaders
workshops and facilitated meetings.
Proposals may include:
new conservation and resource access policies
new fisheries or aquaculture management proposals
new fisheries or aquaculture policies
new markets
new products, species or fisheries
new technology, equipment, plant and processes.
Information may include:
government announcements and reports
feedback from stakeholders and staff
financial statements and budgets
fisheries or aquaculture production and research data
industry reports and data
legislative, regulatory and organisational constraints
market analysis and consumer surveys.
External skills and expertise may include:
accountants, auditors and financial advisers
consultants, such as national resources, environmental management and marketing
external interest groups, such as the Australian Conservation Foundation
government and non-government
lawyers
other participants in ecosystem management groups, such as Landcare, Coastcare and catchment management groups
scientists, economists, logistics and technicians
third-party auditors or certifiers.
Project management strategies may include:
ongoing review and optimising progress
planning using tools, such as critical path and Gantt charts
project budgeting
project evaluation and review
work breakdown of tasks, roles and responsibilities
work schedules, tracking and reporting.
Evaluation may include:
benchmarking with other organisations, industries, government and projects
financial accounting and auditing
internal and external audits on quality, environment and safety
qualitative data, such as consultations, interviews and focus groups
quantitative data, such as stakeholder feedback, productivity, resource usage, accidents, incidents and non-compliance
surveys and questionnaires.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
analyse basic accounting and financial documents
break down work into a logical sequence of tasks and time-related activities
build in check points and controls to ensure that projects are completed
ensure that projects achieve expected outputs or outcomes
evaluate costs, benefits and risks of proposals
involve others and delegate responsibilities for specific tasks
monitor the progress of projects and intervene to refocus people and keep the project on track
undertake both short and long-term planning and set realistic times for completion
use the expertise of others to supplement own knowledge and advance goals.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted in the workplace and in a simulated work environment.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
feedback from colleagues about the candidate's ability to obtain the commitment of others
feedback from stakeholders about the candidate's contribution to planning for and achieving change in the industry
interview and oral questioning
review of a project managed by the candidate
review of proposals or project evaluations prepared by candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other SFILEAD (leadership) units within a Skill Set or qualification.