Developing a Strategic Business Plan for Water Associations
Learn about the importance of creating a strategic business plan for water associations under the Danube Water Program grant. Discover the deliverables, reasons for considering a business plan, and how the manual supports users in formulating clear visions, missions, and objectives. Explore the structure of the manual, strategic goals, and important characteristics for achieving success.
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In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: DANUBE WATER PROGRAM GRANT NO. 46 DEVELOP A TRAINING COURSE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLAN FOR WATER ASSOCIATIONS
DELIVERABLES UNDER THE GRANT FULLY DOCUMENTED TRAINING COURSE FOR PREPARATION OF A 5-YEAR STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLAN: TRAINEE S GUIDE:USER S MANUAL FOR PREPARATION OF AN ASSOCIATION BUSINESS PLAN TRAINER S GUIDE: LESSON PLANS FOR THE DELIVERY OF TRAINING VISUAL AIDS: POWER POINT SLIDES FOR ENTIRE COURSE DELIVERY In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
WHY CONSIDER A BUSINESS PLAN? ACHIEVE SUSTAINABILITY OF ALL ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS ACHIEVE FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE GUIDE THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE ASSOCIATION PLAN AND MEASURE PREFORMANCE EFFECTIVENESS GUIDE STAFF TO BEHAVE LIKE A BUSINESS IN ADDRESSING SERVICES TO MEMBERS AND COMMUNICATING THE INTERESTS OF THE MEMBERS In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
MANUAL SUPPORTS USERS 3-WAYS 1. Provides structured approach toward formulating clearly stated Vision, Mission Objectives and Strategic Goals to be achieved following defined Action Plans. 2. Motivates Association to consider wide variety of activities and programs that can enrich and enlarge the value statement of the Association toward its members. 3. Seeks to increase the recognition of the Association as a valued source of information and leadership in the water sector. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
STRUCTURE OF MANUAL Introduction to Manual 1. Associations: Their Value and Roles 2. Introduction to Association Business Plan 3. Business Plan Model 4. Association: Current Condition Assessment 5. Vision Statement 6. Mission Objectives 7. Management Overview of Business Plan 8. Strategic Goals 9. Association Membership 10. Governance, Organizational Structure and Staffing 11. Communications Plan 12. Awareness, Outreach and Career Programs 13. Knowledge Management and Sharing 14. Project Development Program 15. Action Plans 16. Five-Year Budget Forecast 17. Business Plan Update In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
STRATEGIC GOALS IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS Specific Measureable Achievable Realistic Time Bound S M A R T In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
STRATEGIC GOALS IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS Specific Measureable Achievable Realistic Time Bound S M A R T In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
ACTION PLANS Statement of Specific Action Strategic Goal Addressed Responsible Key Manager Description of Primary Actions Schedule of Tasks and Key Milestones In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
COMMUNICATIONS PLAN Purpose: To understand what constitutes communication in the broadest sense of the word, and how it can be applied through various means. Newsletter Website Technical Journal Policy and Position Papers Media Relations and Press Releases In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
AWARENESS, OUTREACH AND CAREER PROGRAMS Purpose: Explain the importance of investing in the development and implementation of long-term awareness and outreach programs, and encouraging career choices. Shaping Young Minds Elementary School Awareness Middle School Awareness Encouraging Study Focus in High Schools Engaging Career Commitment at University Retaining Sector Talent during Early Employment In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND SHARING PLAN Purpose: Supports the sharing of knowledge across all member categories so that know-how, information, and experience are shared to support the Vision and Mission Objectives of the Association. Training Courses Best Practice Manuals and Operational Guides Annual Conference and Exhibition Specialty Best Practice Conferences Technical Working Groups Member Data Base Network and Knowledge Sharing Systems In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
FEEDBACK AND TRAINING OF ASSOCIATIONS IN DANUBE CATCHMENT AREA All Associations in Danube Catchment Area Have Received a Review Draft of Manual Need Your Feedback Two representatives from Each Association Will Be Invited to Participate in Business Plan Training Course All Paid Training Two Days - To Take Place in Tirana, Albania in Mid-January 2015 In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! WHAT HAVE YOU DONE OR ARE DOING? COMMUNICATIONS PLAN AWARENESS, OUTREACH AND CAREER PROGRAMS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND SHARING PLAN NEED YOUR SHORT STORIES FOR TEXT REFERENCE BOXES IN THE MANUAL In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:
