Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PSPLAND503A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage native title future act processes

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPLAND503A - Manage native title future act processes
Description This unit covers the competency to assess a project in terms of the future act regime of the Native Title Act 1993 including preparation of procedural notices and coordinating agreement negotiations. It includes assessing a future act, observing procedural requirements, coordinating processes for indigenous land use agreements, recording outcomes and monitoring compliance.In practice, managing native title future act processes may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as working ethically, complying with legislation, coordinating and using resources, undertaking research and analysis.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Public Land Administration.
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Assess a future act
  • The nature of the future act is identified.
  • Legislative provisions relating to the future act are identified.
  • Assessment is conducted and documented in accordance with legislative provisions, organisational policy and procedures.
       
Element: Observe procedural requirements
  • Procedural notices are prepared and issued to native title applicants and representative bodies.
  • Comments and submissions are received and assessed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  • Stakeholders are advised of outcomes of assessment in accordance with legislative requirements.
  • Good faith negotiations are conducted and assessed against criteria.
  • Recommendations are made for either project approval or additional negotiation.
       
Element: Coordinate processes for indigenous land use agreements
  • The jurisdiction's interests are presented and addressed in negotiations on indigenous land use agreements.
  • Good faith negotiations are ensured and agreement on desired outcomes from negotiating parties is obtained.
       
Element: Record outcomes and monitor compliance
  • The effect on native title rights and interests of all future acts is recorded in the organisation's information systems.
  • Conditions included within registered agreements are monitored and adhered to.
       


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:

PSPETHC501B Promote the values and ethos of public service

PSPGOV503B Coordinate resource allocation and usage

PSPGOV504B Undertake research and analysis

PSPLAND501A Review planning documents and environmental assessments

PSPLAND502A Develop and market public land

PSPLEGN501B Promote compliance with legislation in the public sector

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)

management of native title future act processes in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to the management of native title future act processes

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when managing native title future act processes

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 managing native title future act processes, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

management of native title future act processes in a range of (3 or more) contexts (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

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

interpreting legislation relating to public land administration and native title

recording information in systems, databases and other sources

consulting with Indigenous people and expert advisers

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

negotiating agreements in good faith

preparing procedural notices

generating documentation to organisational standards

applying public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety, environment, anti-discrimination and diversity in the context of native title future act processes

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislation, policies and procedures relating to Crown/State land and native title

the different types of organisational records that need to be noted or updated and in what circumstances

organisational delegations

cultural and heritage factors that might affect land use

Aboriginal customs and culture relevant to native title

public sector legislation including occupational health and safety and environment in the context of native title future act processes

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.

Evidence for an assessment may include:

native title application material

cadastral records

government gazettes

aerial photography

maps

development plans

tenure records

field reports

Organisational procedures may include:

statutory and regulatory requirements

industry practices

manual or electronic applications

Organisational procedures may be specified in:

office practice guidelines

computer training manuals

executive directives

court or tribunal directions

Stakeholder may be:

native title holders

traditional owners

native title applicants

Aboriginal people with an interest in an area

representative bodies

State/Territory governments

private developers

National Native Title Tribunal

community interest groups

Local Government

Information systems may include:

Federal Government registers

State Government registers

other public registers including those maintained by academic institutions

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
The nature of the future act is identified. 
Legislative provisions relating to the future act are identified. 
Assessment is conducted and documented in accordance with legislative provisions, organisational policy and procedures. 
Procedural notices are prepared and issued to native title applicants and representative bodies. 
Comments and submissions are received and assessed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. 
Stakeholders are advised of outcomes of assessment in accordance with legislative requirements. 
Good faith negotiations are conducted and assessed against criteria. 
Recommendations are made for either project approval or additional negotiation. 
The jurisdiction's interests are presented and addressed in negotiations on indigenous land use agreements. 
Good faith negotiations are ensured and agreement on desired outcomes from negotiating parties is obtained. 
The effect on native title rights and interests of all future acts is recorded in the organisation's information systems. 
Conditions included within registered agreements are monitored and adhered to. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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