1. 1 Key Roles of River Basin Planners Integrators of Knowledge and People Trade-offs analysts and presenters Communicators and Facilitators CORE COMPETENCIES

2. 2 Core Competencies Core Competency refers to a combination of skills, attributes and behaviors that are directly related to successful performance on the job. It is a personal characteristic that is associated with superior performance in one’s job.

3. 3 Communication Skills Present issues and information orally and in writing, in a compelling, clear and credible manner; listen to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; tailor communication to intended audience and uses appropriate tools and strategies (tone, format, style, etc.) to convey information; exercises open, honest, and bilateral communication and projects a professional image; use appropriate verbal and non-verbal symbols in communication.

4. 4 Advanced Communication Skills for High level Planners Present complex issues with clarity, credibility, and impact in widely varied forums; provide "on the spot" answers regarding complex and/or organizational issues that reflect an awareness of the sensitivities and interests of diverse individuals and groups including media, senior public officials and interest groups; capitalize on existing communications tools and strategies and creates new ones to ensure effective internal and external communications; and

5. 5 Information Management – Define and articulate the nature and extent of the information, experts opinion or DSF needed; – locate, establish contact and get access to information – evaluate information and its sources critically; – summarize the main ideas to be extracted from the information gathered; and – use information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose.

6. 6 Facilitation Capability D esign, plan, coordinate, and facilitate consultative meetings with decision makers, working session with experts and modellers; conduct stakeholder analysis and facilitate the participation of stakeholders at national and regional levels;; facilitate participatory planning process, public forum and community participation demonstrate key collaborative problem solving skills and attitudes