This document sets out project development tools and considerations that may assist applicants in the conceptualisation of their project prior to fill in the application forms. The document uses the principles of “Results Based Management” and the “Theory of Change”, as outlined in Annex 1, to show how a project can be conceptualised. An example project is presented in this document to serve as illustration of how to move from project idea, through project planning, to sound project design and management that will be reflected in the narrative and financial application forms. This example project is also used in the next chapter of these guidelines to help illustrate how to fill in the application form.