The Public Strategies Group

Oman: Middle East Desalination Research Center

Summary of Engagement

The Middle East Desalination Research Center (MEDRC) was conceived out of the Middle East Multilateral Peace Process and is designed to fill a crucial role in achieving a lasting piece in the region through improved development and more rational management of the regional water resources. The Public Strategies Group worked with the Executive Council of MEDRC to develop a strategic focus for long term financial sustainability. Financial sustainability was identified as one of the most critical issues for the Center.

Results Achieved

  • All Executive Council members expressed their views
  • Focus was achieved at a strategic level
  • Staff of the Center felt confident in moving ahead to refine the strategic direction by creating specific and concrete strategies

    Type of service
    A process was designed, implemented and facilitated for MEDRC to create the strategic focus for long term financial sustainability. A working session of the Executive Council was used to develop this focus. In preparation for the workshop, Council members, technical representatives, and other stakeholders were surveyed by email and fax. Issues and ideas were refined before and during the working session by PSG, staff, and Council members.

    Specific activities/functions
    Survey, interviews, workshop.


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