Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage stakeholder relationships.
It applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business, or as a consultant.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify and address stakeholder interests | 1.1 Identify stakeholders relevant to project objectives 1.2 Segment stakeholder interests and determine forms of engagement 1.3 Consider interests of stakeholders when considering and advising on project management issues 1.4 Identify and implement actions to address differing interests where required |
2. Manage effective stakeholder engagement | 2.1 Support development of team members’ interpersonal skills in effective stakeholder engagement 2.2 Distribute team work effectively to ensure defined project roles are followed 2.3 Identify and clarify stakeholder behavioural expectations, where required 2.4 Openly lead stakeholder performance reviews 2.5 Identify and address individual development needs and opportunities to support stakeholder engagement |
3. Manage stakeholder communications | 3.1 Determine and document stakeholder communication needs 3.2 Ensure relevant stakeholders agree to communication method, content and timing of engagement 3.3 Communicate information as planned and in line with authority levels, identifying and addressing variances |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 1.2 | Recognises and interprets workplace documentation to determine pertinent information |
Writing | 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 3.3 | Documents information about stakeholder interests and communication needs using appropriate vocabulary and formats |
Oral Communication | 1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.2, 3.3 | Participates in verbal exchanges using clear and detailed language to provide and seek information Uses active listening and questioning to confirm understanding |
Navigate the world of work | 3.3 | Understands and works according to role parameters |
Interact with others | 2.1-2.5, 3.2, 3.3 | Actively identifies requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channels, format and content to suit purpose and audience Collaborates with others to achieve joint outcomes, playing an active role in facilitating and leading activities |
Get the work done | 1.1-1.4, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3 | Takes responsibility for decisions in complex situations involving multiple variables and constraints Uses analytical skills to identify and address problems |
Sectors
Management and Leadership – Project Management