The Evolution of International Cooperation
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2012 TaiwanICDF Key Reform 1:
Project Cycle
We have developed the project cycle by taking
into consideration the operations of international aid
organizations, as well as our own actual implementation
methodologies. The project cycle runs in this order:
Identification, Preparation, Appraisal, Approval,
Implementation, Completion and Post-evaluation (see
Figure 1). Through systematic thinking and goal-oriented
procedures, this model ensures robust and comprehensive
projects that maximize results more effectively while
requiring less investment.
The various stages of the project cycle are described
below.
1. Identification
• Verification and appraisal of documentation
• Identification mission
• Invitation to relevant units and external experts to
discuss project concepts, followed by a project
concept appraisal meeting
Appraisals must be strict. The purpose of appraising
documentation is to perform preliminary checks on
projects. Opinions are presented as a list of criticisms
to facilitate effective screening. Tasks are defined
based on the actual needs of projects. This procedure
not only enhances the effectiveness of follow-up
missions but also prevents the depletion of human
resources and funds due to excessive traveling as
part of preliminary evaluation work.
2. Preparation
• Project design
• Fact-finding mission
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Figure 1 TaiwanICDF Project Cycle
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