52 Teamwork and Collaboration
Outcome
Demonstrate effective teamwork and collaboration skills; contribute meaningfully in the planning, development or implementation of a team-based project.
Potential Risks
Poor or ineffective communication, collaboration or conflict within the team could delay the project or result in suboptimal outcomes.
Course
This EPA is undertaken in PHRM4071.
Entrustment level
The anticipated entrustment level for PHRM4071.
EPA Template:
Note: Printable EPA templates are available on course sites.
| Element | Performance Criteria Description |
|---|---|
| Establish Professional Relationships | - Introduce yourself to the team members, explain your role and learning objectives - Actively engage in team formation and build rapport with individual team members - Recognise the strengths and expertise of team members and identify how these can be leveraged collaboratively to achieve project goals |
| Collaboration and Communication | - Demonstrate clear and effective communication with team members, ensuring ideas, feedback and concerns are articulated in a respectful and constructive manner - Actively contribute to team discussions/meetings; share relevant insights from your perspective to enhance team understanding - Respect others’ viewpoints and demonstrate openness to constructive feedback - Recognise and adapt communication style to the cultural/professional differences and needs of the team and project requirements |
| Problem Solving and Critical Thinking | - Identify challenges within the project and contribute to problem solving in a collaborative, solution-orientated manner - Analyse the issue at hand and propose possible solutions that consider the perspective and constraints of all team members - Work with team members to evaluate the alternatives and come to a consensus - Recognise when issues are escalating and proactively suggest adjustments or interventions - Seek clarification on topics outside your expertise |
| Project Delivery and Management | - Work with team members to plan, prioritise and complete assigned tasks - Maintain awareness of project deadlines and milestones - Organise and manage time effectively to contribute to the progress of the project - Monitor the quality of work and ensure it meets the defined project objectives - Ensure handover of tasks (where relevant) is seamless and responsibilities are clearly defined |
| Reflection and Feedback | - Reflect on your role in the project and provide insight into personal strengths and weaknesses - Identify areas for future improvement - Accept constructive feedback and create specific action plan for future self-improvement - Offer actionable feedback to others to enhance future collaborations |
| Collaboration and Agency | - Clarification is sought for any concerns identified and escalated to an appropriate stakeholder - Identify and acknowledge any professional or personal limitations and seek support where necessary |
