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Manage equity and diversity

Manage equity and diversity

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFGEN027
State Code
AVR03
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to manage equity and diversity. Individuals will contribute to, implement and review equity and diversity programs in their workplace; encourage the development of their workforce; and communicate and display the values of the equity and diversity principles to their workforce.This unit applies to those working as commanders, managers and equity advisers in Defence.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 autonomously while performing sophisticated tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Contribute to the development, implementation and review of equity and diversity strategies
  • 1.1 Identify equity and diversity issues in the workplace.
  • 1.2 Develop equity and diversity strategies in consultation with stakeholders, including people from key equity groups and the organisation’s clients.
  • 1.3 Promote strategies within the organisation.
  • 1.4 Incorporate achievable reporting and feedback processes into strategies.
  • 1.5 Monitor and review effectiveness and efficiency of strategies.
  • 1.6 Identify and act upon recommendations for enhancements.
2. Facilitate the development of a workforce that promotes and values equity and diversity
  • 2.1 Identify and model benefits of a diverse workforce and communicate them to those working within the organisation.
  • 2.2 Develop and adopt initiatives and resources to advance the position of equity and diversity groups within the organisation.
  • 2.3 Identify and utilise diversity factors associated with individuals to address business needs.
  • 2.4 Utilise diversity training and awareness programs to promote and encourage the benefits of a diverse workforce.
  • 2.5 Provide assistance to maximise individual contribution to the attainment of the organisations objectives.
  • 2.6 Apply strategies to resolve grievance and complaints and to maximise the benefits obtained through a diverse workforce.
3. Communicate with a diverse workforce
  • 3.1 Identify and address language and literacy issues to facilitate full participation of all members in work and development activities.
  • 3.2 Identify target audience and tailor communications strategies.
  • 3.3 Employ a range of communication strategies to meet the needs of a diverse workforce base.
  • 3.4 Identify and utilise resources to facilitate effective communication within the workplace.
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