Delegation

Delegation is entrusting to someone else a task you have responsibility for. It is not simply issuing an instruction to a member of staff; delegation usually requires you handing over a measure of responsibility for a job and allowing your researcher to use their judgement to overcome problems and obstacles that may come along. It is empowering someone to act on your behalf. However, as we shall see, the level of control you hand over will depend on the situation.

Within this section, you will find information on:

• Why delegate?
• How much should I delegate?
• What should I delegate?
• Successful delegation