Update On Growth & Employment Project GEM BIGPortal 2019

Growth & Employment Project

TO All GEM ELIGIBLE GRANTEES

Following the World Bank approval to extend the GEM Project closing date till 29th March,2019, all eligible applicants whose Business Plan have been reviewed and considered eligible for the GEM Grant under the Performa nce Window would be communicated via their contact details (Email/Phone numbers).

However, in order to qualify for disbursement, successfulapplicants are required to engage in a number of due diligence activities and provide essential documentation. The Proj ect expect to conclude disbursement of the First Tranche by the end of January,2019.

Please note that applicant’s prompt cooperation, when required,is essential to meeting this timeline.

Below are the upcoming activit ies and inputs/documentation required from each successful applica nt at each stage

Applicants would be informed of the dates and documents required at the beginning of each stage. Thank you

PIU Management