Tool No. 12: Cost estimate checklist

Estimating the costs of the NAP will help partners define the most effective strategies, prioritize activities and identify resource gaps that need to be filled in order for the NAP to be implemented. It will also be a useful tool which will allow existing resources to be optimized, in relation with the work plans and budgets of the individual partners. As long as the NAP contains robust cost estimates and a proper division of responsibilities, it will be easier for partners to estimate exactly how many resources they will each need to implement the activities for which they are responsible. An accurate costing of the NAP also serves as a basis to negotiate increased resources as well as for the inclusion of new budget lines in the government budget.