𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑 𝟏 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐃 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒

San Fernando City, La Union – Highlighting the pivotal role that supervisors play within any organization, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 1 Executive Director, Atty. Crizaldy M. Barcelo inspired his 35 prospective supervisors personnel from the Regional Office, PENROs and CENROs, by emphasizing the indispensable need for support to ensure organizational success driven by professionalism and excellence in his message during the opening of the 4-day Supervisory Development Course Track 1 (SDC Track 1) training held in

J & V Resort and Hotel on April 2-5, 2024.

RED Barcelo stressed that the responsibilities of a supervisor demand utmost dedication and competence, serving as the backbone for achieving collective goals. He challenged the participants to harness their full potential, reminding them of their capability to become future leaders in their respective domains. He coined the term “CENROABLE, PENROABLE”, encouraging participants to aspire towards excellence and envision themselves as catalysts for positive change within DENR.

The training was facilitated by the Civil Service Commission Regional Office 1 (CSC RO1) headed by the Regional Director Hedy Jose B. Lardizabal together with Chief, Human Resource Specialist, Ms. Liwayway R. Navalta, and Director III Cornelia M. Rillera, as the lecturers/service providers.

The training commenced with a profound emphasis on enhancing personal effectiveness. Participants engaged in introspective exercises designed to foster development through guided discussions and interactive workshops, attendees explored strategies for setting goals, managing time efficiently, and cultivating a growth mind-set essential for navigating the dynamic

landscape of leadership.

Learning service providers focused on preparing participants for the transition into supervisory roles. Facilitators provided invaluable insights into responsibilities and challenges inherent in leadership positions within the organization. Participants gained a deeper understanding of effective leadership styles, team dynamics, and strategies for fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration within their respective teams.

Effective communication emerged as a cornerstone of supervisory success, with participants immersing themselves in workshops aimed at honing their communication skills. From mastering the art of delivering impactful presentations to navigating difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy. Attendees acquired practical tools and techniques to communicate effectively in diverse 

professional settings.

Participants learned the importance of active listening in fostering trust, empathy, and mutual understanding within their teams. Through experiential exercises and role-playing scenarios, attendees honed their listening skills, discovering the profound impact attentive listening can have on building meaningful relationships and driving organizational success.

Discussions on organizational effectiveness provided participants with invaluable insights into strategies for optimizing performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. From implementing efficient workflows to leveraging technology for enhanced productivity, attendees gained practical strategies to enhance organizational efficiency and drive sustainable outcomes.

The SDC training is designed to develop the quality of “would-be-supervisors” as credible civil servants, to ensure sustainability efforts in terms of technical competencies, social abilities and improve their capabilities as public servants in their respective work assignments. (ZLP/RSCIG)