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PSPSCI701A
Create innovation and change through extension

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Not applicable.

This unit covers extension work at a level meriting international recognition where sustained exceptional performance allows a major contribution to be made towards improved productivity and sustainability in one or more industries. It includes designing extension initiatives, preparing for innovation and change management, creating innovation and change, and monitoring and evaluating the adoption of innovation and change.

In practice, creating innovation and change through extension overlaps with other generalist or specialist work activities such as influencing ethical practice, influencing strategic policy, undertaking strategic risk management, leading change management.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit: Nil

Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit: Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC701A Lead and influence ethical practice in the public sector

PSPMNGT701B Provide strategic direction

PSPMNGT702A Influence and shape diversity management

PSPMNGT703A Lead and influence change

PSPPOL701A Influence strategic policy

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

demonstration of leadership across a range of (3 or more) complex extension activities of state/national/international significance effecting change at whole of industry level (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, procedures, guidelines and protocols

industry information at state, national and international level

risk management strategies for extension work

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture a range of complex extension experiences

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when creating innovation and change through extension, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

demonstration of leadership across a range of (3 or more) complex extension activities of state/national/international significance effecting change at whole of industry level (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

portfolios

projects

questioning

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

demonstrating strategic leadership in the context of extension work

using facilitation and presentation strategies

applying information management in the context of extension activities

using a range of communication styles to suit different audiences and purposes

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

using problem solving to overcome resistance and develop professional relationships of trust

reading and interpreting scientific research information, designing materials using different media for different audiences, and influencing innovation and change problem solving

using technology for materials preparation and monitoring outcomes

applying occupational health and safety and environmental requirements related to working in a scientific/technological research environment

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

local, national and international industry (extensive knowledge and experience)

advanced extension methodology

principles of change management

participatory processes in the context of extension activities

group dynamics and group processes

community development principles

research principles and methodology

evaluation processes relating to extension outcomes

national and international innovation in extension methodology and practices

the scientific area (broad understanding)

specialist area of expertise

legislation, public sector standards and organisational code of practice as they relate to work in a scientific research/technological environment

occupational health and safety, environmental protection and other public sector legislation

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Objectives:

will typically relate to entire large industries of significant economic impact such as wool, wheat industries

Client target groups may include:

industry and community groups

Local, State or Commonwealth government organisations

general public

farmers

agri-business

Demonstration of cutting edge professional expertise may occur through:

seminars

lectures

demonstrations

reports

published material in international journals

publications

publicity/media campaigns

published material in peer reviewed publications

policy change

Resistance to change may be:

extreme, where sustained exceptional performance is required to effect change

Responsibilities may include:

industry development on a whole of (large) industry basis such as wool, wheat industries

influence on new or emerging industries of significant economic impact

dealing with situations where risks are extreme

dealing with extreme resistance to change

dealing with politically sensitive issues

Change management may include:

major contribution to influencing change at state/national/international level

Risks:

may be extreme for the agency/industry sector

may entail significant opportunity lost if innovation/change is not effected

Advice may include:

aspects of industry:

productivity

efficiency

environmental sustainability

crop

livestock

pasture production

marketing

feed, food and fibre processing

soil conservation

water conservation

irrigation

drainage

farm management

group management advice

community development advice

strategic planning advice

and may relate to deeper systems issues that may need to change

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Extension issues are identified and analysed and extension initiatives are developed to address required organisational outcomes. 
Extension objectives are developed to make a significant contribution to the industry in accordance with organisational and client needs. 
Leadership is provided to extension colleagues, decisions are influenced and directions are monitored and changed in accordance with emerging requirements. 
The capacity and capability of client target groups to accept information and change are determined, and extension methodology is developed to influence them in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Issues relating to intellectual property are identified and exploited in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Extensive industry experience, collaboration with national and international networks and cutting edge professional expertise are used to influence client decision making and industry practices. 
Industry, economic and political analyses are conducted to strategically manage risk, resistance to change and other contingencies in accordance with program responsibilities, extension objectives and organisational requirements. 
Leadership is provided in the development of innovative change management strategies that will make a significant contribution to the implementation of improved decision making and industry practice. 
Risks are determined and risk management strategies are developed and implemented in accordance with change management strategies and organisational requirements. 
Investment is attracted for significant extension programs and is managed in accordance with organisational and funding body requirements. 
Leadership is provided to influence the adoption of innovation and change, and to manage contingencies in areas of strategic importance or significant economic impact. 
Expert advice is provided on the basis of specialised knowledge of problem identification and problem solving processes and techniques relating to information and technology transfer. 
Extension campaigns are implemented and managed at state and regional level in accordance with organisational priorities. 
Industry problems are identified and analysed, solutions are negotiated and issues requiring further research are identified and actioned in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Adoption of innovation and change is evaluated and strategies are developed and implemented to improve future outcomes. 
Outcomes are evaluated and reported against extension objectives and required organisational outcomes in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Outcomes with political/policy implications are identified and advice and policy development is influenced in accordance with organisational requirements. 

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