Beginner’s Manual for Project Proposal Writing 101
Not Another Boring Handbook: Learn to Write Successful Projects The RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia in cooperation with the OSCE Mission to Serbia publishes the “Beginner’s Manual for Project Proposal Writing 101”. This Manual is conceptualized to support the advancement of project writing skills for the successful design of projects and initiatives that can connect the Western Balkan youth. It supports beginner practitioners to understand the structure of grant proposals, develop project elements and create inclusive youth projects. By offering a practical resource, the Manual includes a variety of exercises and tools on the topic. Most importantly, it draws on lessons learned from several trainings organized by RYCO and the OSCE field operations in the Western Balkans. The three thematic parts which lay at the center of the “Beginner’s Manual for Project Proposal Writing 101” are: ● Unwrapping grant-making logic and understanding processes behind the grant life cycle; ● Highlighting the importance of participation and diversity in youth mobility projects; ● Guiding through major project elements and technical aspects of project writing. RYCO and the OSCE Mission to Serbia hope that this Manual will serve as an important companion to all interested individuals, organizations and secondary schools.
Not Another Boring Handbook: Learn to Write Successful Projects
The RYCO Local Branch Office in Serbia in cooperation with the OSCE Mission to Serbia publishes the “Beginner’s Manual for Project Proposal Writing 101”.
This Manual is conceptualized to support the advancement of project writing skills for the successful design of projects and initiatives that can connect the Western Balkan youth. It supports beginner practitioners to understand the structure of grant proposals, develop project elements and create inclusive youth projects.
By offering a practical resource, the Manual includes a variety of exercises and tools on the topic. Most importantly, it draws on lessons learned from several trainings organized by RYCO and the OSCE field operations in the Western Balkans.
The three thematic parts which lay at the center of the “Beginner’s Manual for Project Proposal Writing 101” are:
● Unwrapping grant-making logic and understanding processes behind the grant life cycle;
● Highlighting the importance of participation and diversity in youth mobility projects;
● Guiding through major project elements and technical aspects of project writing.
RYCO and the OSCE Mission to Serbia hope that this Manual will serve as an important companion to all interested individuals, organizations and secondary schools.
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HOW TO WRITE A PROJECT?
Financial and budget planning
When considering an idea that will address a challenge you identified, you also think about the
type of activities that have to be implemented in parallel. This means that you need to list the
activities that will be carried out, as well as the resources needed.
from an IDEA
via RESOURCE
planning
"how much it costs"
(FINANCIAL
PLANNING)
via BUDGET
planning
to BUDGET
development
Have a discussion with your team about the costs involved in implementing various project
activities. What kind of human resources and material support is required for these activities?
Estimate the realistic costs for these inputs. Whether it is to cover expenses of the people
involved in the activity, buying material or paying for travel, all these should be written
down for each activity.
Once you complete this task in you first draft, you will have your financial plan/ budget forecast.
What is a financial
plan/budget
forecast?
A financial plan/ budget forecast
is based on a detailed list of costs
for the required people, material,
tools, travel, accommodation, etc.
Outlining expected expenses, you
complete an overview of costs.
Pay attention! This is a very important moment in the process!
Based on this, you can make many decisions. Ask yourself these questions:
➜
➜
Is this Call the right for our plan - will it provide enough resources for our activities?
What is the amount that we would need to secure on our own? Are we comfortable with
planning ahead with this amount in mind?
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