1. 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

2. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 DELIVERABLES UNDER THE GRANT

3. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 WHY CONSIDER A BUSINESS PLAN?

4. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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. MANUAL SUPPORTS USERS 3-WAYS

5. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 STRUCTURE OF MANUAL

6. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS SSpecific MMeasureable AAchievable RRealistic TTime Bound STRATEGIC GOALS

7. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: IMPORTANT CHARACTERISTICS SSpecific MMeasureable AAchievable RRealistic TTime Bound STRATEGIC GOALS

8. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: Statement of Specific Action Strategic Goal Addressed Responsible Key Manager Description of Primary Actions Schedule of Tasks and Key Milestones ACTION PLANS

9. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 COMMUNICATIONS PLAN

10. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 AWARENESS, OUTREACH AND CAREER PROGRAMS

11. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND SHARING PLAN

12. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by:  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 FEEDBACK AND TRAINING OF ASSOCIATIONS IN DANUBE CATCHMENT AREA

13. In the Framework of: Financed by: Developed by: 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 WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!