INTRODUCTION
The proper functioning of an irrigation project depends for the larger part on the devotion and motivation of the staff and their skills and experience. Especially in an irrigation project which is by nature dispersed over a large area with its officials spread thinly over it, the reliability of the functioning of the staff is of utmost importance.
A clear description of each responsibilities and duties san be a good guide for the staff members during their daily, weekly and seasonal activities. In this chapter general description of responsibilities and duties have been drawn up, which may need adjusting to the local situation in each project.
It is strongly recommended to hand each staff member an official letter head duly signed by his supervisors and by himself. This will give this description the importance it deserves and it will acknowledge the commitment to it by the officials concerned.