ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for dispute resolution

1.1 Establish facts and issues surrounding the dispute

1.2 Analyse key strengths and weaknesses of own and opposing case

1.3 Determine and analyse dispute resolution process to be applied

1.4 Identify evidence that can be used to support own case

1.5 Make an assessment of realistic and achievable outcomes and agree on objectives for participating in the processes

1.6 Develop an appropriate strategy to deal with the dispute through agreed or established processes

1.7 File appropriate documentation in accordance with agreed procedure and/or tribunal requirements

2. Participate in dispute resolution processes

2.1 Present an outline of position to support own case and respond to and/or rebut opposing arguments

2.2 Identify common areas of agreement, seek to minimise areas of disagreement and achieve an outcome that aligns with own objective/s

3. Reach an outcome to dispute resolution

3.1 Use communication techniques to put forward options for dispute resolution

3.2 Seek agreement on identified options consistent with own objectives

3.3 Consult with appropriate parties over authority to reach agreement on particular options

3.4 Refer to appropriate tribunal/person in accordance with dispute resolution process, where agreement cannot be reached

3.5 Clarify agreement or withdraw from dispute resolution process

4 Evaluate and review outcome against objectives

4.1 Report back to relevant personnel

4.2 Review outcome with relevant personnel against objectives

4.3 Review dispute resolution processes for effectiveness

Skill

Performance

Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1-1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.5, 4.2, 4.3

Gathers, interprets and analyses relevant information from a wide range of sources to inform negotiations, clarify preparation process and review documented outcomes

Writing

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 1.7, 2.1, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3

Documents outcomes and discussions using industry relevant terminology

Prepares documentation expressing ideas and exploring complex issues that is constructed logically, succinctly and accurately

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.3-1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1, 4.2

Engages in complex oral interactions using active listening and questioning techniques

Navigate the world of work

1.6, 1.7, 3.4

Takes personal responsibility for following explicit and implicit policies, procedures and legislative requirements

Identifies and acts on issues that contravene relevant policies, procedures or legal requirements

Interact with others

1.1, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.3

Selects and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with clients and co-workers in a range of work contexts

Reflects on conflict resolution process and outcomes to improve skills and understanding

Recognises behaviours and triggers that contribute to conflict and implements strategies to moderate conflict

Get the work done

1.1-1.7, 2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 4.2

Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising complex tasks for efficient and effective outcomes

Recognises and addresses complex problems involving multiple variables

Makes a range of critical and non-critical decisions in relatively complex situations.