Answer: delegating

AnswerCrossword Clue
DELEGATINGEntrusting to another.
DELEGATINGEntrusting to an agent
delegatingEntrust (a task or responsibility) to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself
delegatingSend or authorize (someone) to do something as a representative
delegatingDELEGATE, to appoint as one's representative