Mapping and assessment of behavioural competencies of deputy executive engineers 360 degree approach (A study in government organisation, India)

In recent times, ‘competency mapping’ has become a catch phrase. A lot of work is being done on how it helps individuals as well as organizations in the process of change and development. The present paper throws light on one such exploration in order to demonstrate its utility in the various bodies of State Government. At a more specific level, it discusses the processes of mapping, assessment and development of the competencies in the Central Designs Organization (CDO), a body in the State of Andhra Pradesh. CDO is one of the key technical wings in the Irrigation Department of AP, approves all project designs implemented in the state being an Apex authority. This study uses Multi-rater Assessment and Feedback System (360 degree appraisal and feedback) to achieve its purpose. The study is a pioneer on Deputy Executive Engineers, one level in state Irrigation Departments and can be conducted in other levels such as Executive Engineers and Superintending Engineers, so also extended to R&B, Panchayat Raj, Public Health Engineering Departments in the state. The Findings and suggestions of study very much help the Organization for implanting better H.R Management practices.