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GEF Project Cycle
Sub-Regional Workshop for GEF Focal Pointsin the Pacific SIDS
Auckland, New Zealand, 18-19 September 2008
Simplified GEF Project Approval Process
Main Features:
Consolidation of steps in project cycle Reduction in documentation
requirements
GEF Project Cycle: Purposes
Reduction of processing time of project proposals from identification to start of implementation to 22 months
Greater upstream strategic programming of GEF resources
Simplified GEF process and transparency in decision making
Enhanced monitoring for results
Role of Countries
Countries are advised to:
• Identify national priorities for GEF funding
• Develop comprehensive and coherent GEF strategy in consultation with key stakeholders
• Integrate GEF priorities within broader national environment and sustainable development frameworks
Role of Operational Focal Points
• Dialogue with GEF Secretariat to discuss proposed project concepts and approach
• OFP endorses projects for GEF funding after proper consultation
• Begin project development and implementation in partnership with appropriate GEF Agencies
GEF Project Cycle – 4 Steps
GEF CEO’s review of the project concept (documented in the “PIF”) / approves PPG
Approval of the work program by the GEF Council
GEF CEO’s endorsement of the project Implementation, supervision, monitoring and
final evaluation
Develop concept
Project Identification Form (PIF)
Prepare project proposal
Option to request Project
Preparation Grant (PPG)
CEO Clearance
of PIF
‘Work Program’ Inclusion -
Council Approval
CEO Endorsement 4 Week Council
Review of
Project Document
Implement, monitor and evaluate project
Final evaluation
Project impacts continue after completion of GEF funding
Project Cycle: Full Size Projects
CEO Approval of PPG
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
GEF Project Cycle: Project Identification & Preparation
Project Identification Form (PIF)• Provides key information on project idea and best
estimate of project cost• Submitted on a rolling basis• Accompanied by National Operational Focal Point
endorsement
Project Preparation Grant (PPG)• Available to PIFs cleared by CEO• Grant amount based on estimate of project
preparation costs • Approved on a rolling basis
PIF and PPG can be submitted together
GEF Project Cycle
There are two GEF review points in the project cycle:
1. PIF Clearance & Work Program Inclusion: • Project Identification Form (PIF) - for review and
clearance by CEO
• Work Program Document describing overall programmatic coherence of GEF projects in the work program in relation to the GEF strategic objectives –for approval by Council
2. CEO endorsement: Fully prepared full-sized projects submitted for CEO endorsement before approval by Agencies
Review Criteria for Project Concepts
Criteria for PIF Review:• Country eligibility• Consistency with GEF strategic objectives/programs• Comparative advantage of GEF Agency submitting
PIF• Estimated cost of the project, including expected co-
financing• Consistency of the GEF grant request with resources
available in the focal area and Resource Allocation Framework allocations
• Milestones for further project processing
Review Criteria for Complete Project proposals
Criteria for CEO Endorsement of Projects:
Project’s ability to deliver its outcomes, and generate global environmental benefits consistent with focal area strategies
Cost-effectiveness in using GEF funds (review of project budget, cost tables for project components, project management, consultants, and co-financing)
Compliance with GEF Monitoring and Evaluation Policy
Project preparation grant status report
Develop concept
Project Identification Form
(PIF)
Prepare project proposal
Option to request Project
Preparation Grant (PPG)
CEO Approval of PIF (and PPG)
CEO Approval
2 Week Council review of
Project Document
Implement, monitor and
evaluate Project
Final evaluation
Project impacts continue after completion of GEF funding
Project Cycle: Medium Size Projects
Approval of Medium Size Projects and Enabling Activities
Medium Size Projects PIFs approved by CEO for further preparation
Fully prepared project documents circulated to Council for 2 week comment period prior to CEO approval.
Enabling Activities Fully prepared projects documents approved by CEO
and documents posted on the web site.
Thank You