Developing the workplan

To aid the development of a workplan, the key milestones introduced on the previous page are presented in a simple checklist below, together with an indication of who is likely to be the lead individual or organisation for the action, and who else is involved and approves the action.

Activity Checklist

L – Lead; X – involved

In addition, A generic gantt chart showing key TDA development milestones for a typical 5-country project is shown here.

Defining the timeframe for TDA development

The time frame for the development of the TDA will vary from project to project. Some projects have completed the activity within a year whist other projects can take much longer. Much will depend on the number of participating countries, the complexity of the project and the budget available. However, it is important to remember that the TDA is not the main outcome of the TDA/SAP Process - it’s just one step on the path to develop and endorse the SAP - so ensure the time is used efficiently and effectively. Ideally the TDA process should take around 12 - 15 months to complete.

Examples of typical TDA development times are presented in the Table below.

* to be confirmed

Finance and Budgeting

Good financing and budgeting is a challenge to most IW projects and consequently TDA/SAP development. The Project Implementation Plan will have already defined the budget for the TDA component. Consequently, it is important not to be over ambitious - be realistic with the funds available.

More information on Money Matters can be found in the GEF IW Project Management Manual.