GUIDELINES TO NRDC feb 24 2014

Business AcumenIntroductionThis section lists core supervisory competencies required for achievingbusiness acumen.FinancialmanagementDemonstrates broad understanding of principles of financial management andmarketing expertise necessary to ensure appropriate funding levels.Prepares, justifies, and administers the budget for the program area.Uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.Monitors expenditures that support programs and policies.Identifies cost-effective approaches.HRMHuman Resources Management (HRM)Using merit principles, ensures staff is– selected– developed– utilized– appraised, and– awarded or counseled to improve performance.TechnologymanagementUses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into theworkplace and improve program effectiveness.Develops strategies by using new technology to enhance decision making.Understands the impact of technological changes on the organization.NRDC GRC – Staff Handbook F-8