Introduction to Roadmap Release 5.2
1.1Purpose
and Background Information
The
Geographic Programs Roadmap provides the policy, regulatory and procedural
context for the conduct of the Bilateral Aid Program and, in keeping with
the Framework
Policy for International Development Assistance, 
and the Guide
on Eligible Aid Expenditures
summarizes the different methodologies used to develop and implement bilateral
aid projects and programs throughout the project cycle. The Roadmap provides
appropriate references to key policies, strategies, guidelines and discussion
or issue papers.
The Roadmap has been written for the use and reference of a broad range of CIDA bilateral staff in Headquarters and the Field ranging from new officers at the PM-1 or PM-2 levels, through experienced officers at the PM-5 and PM-6 levels, to Program Directors and Directors General at the EX-1 and EX-2 levels.