Unit of competency Outline
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Provide strategic direction
Provide strategic direction
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPGEN120
PSPGEN120
State Code
ODW65
ODW65
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide strategic direction within the organisation. This unit applies to those working independently, performing sophisticated tasks in a range of familiar contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse factors in the operating environment.
- 1.1. Analyse organisational purpose and direction within the overall government strategy, and its integration with other government service providers, with a view to determining key factors and issues.
- 1.2. Analyse organisational culture, values and strategic priorities with a view to determining key factors and issues.
- 1.3. Monitor and analyse internal and external factors likely to impact on the organisation.
- 1.4. Explore best practice models related to the nature of the core business of the organisation.
- 1.5. Identify and analyse client needs and preferences.
- 1.6. Identify and analyse legislation and organisational policies and procedures that may impact upon organisational operations.
2. Develop and coordinate a strategy for determining strategic priorities.
- 2.1. Consult with key stakeholders.
- 2.2. Find constructive solutions where stakeholders are in conflict.
- 2.3. Use analysis and evaluation of information to identify strategic options for prioritisation.
- 2.4. Undertake benchmarking with other organisations or best practice standards to inform development of strategic priorities.
- 2.5. Consider priorities of other government service providers to ensure duplication is avoided and services are integrated for the benefit of clients.
3. Formulate and communicate strategic priorities.
- 3.1. Develop strategic priorities that support overall government strategy.
- 3.2. Develop strategic priorities that embody organisational values, beliefs and philosophies.
- 3.3. Use strategic priorities to draw together and reflect the suggestions and interests of stakeholders.
- 3.4. Develop strategic priorities that embody a shared vision for the future and set out objectives that encourage staff to be creative and innovative in their approach to attaining objectives.
- 3.5. Communicate strategic priorities to stakeholders.
- 3.6. Monitor implementation to ensure strategic priorities are addressed through related business unit and individual objectives.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWU48 | PSPMGT013 | Provide strategic direction | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMF3 | DEF50525 | Diploma of Defence Public Affairs | Qualification |
| BHP0 | PSP60122 | Advanced Diploma of Government | Qualification |