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2.2 Project Administration Manual

A comprehensive project administration manual (PAM) is required for every project. The requirements for the PAM are set out in PAI 1.05 : Project Administration Manual. Each PAM contains project data and information that allows the borrower, the EA, the IA, and ADB to monitor project implementation.

The PAM, among other things:

• Includes all the information and schedules describing project implementation including project readiness filters to enable rapid start-up and disbursement;
• Specifies roles and responsibilities of the executing agency (EA), implementing agency (IA), consultants, and ADB for satisfactory project implementation;
• Provides concise and accurate detail on major aspects of project implementation including: costs, financing and financial management; procurement and consulting services; safeguards; performance monitoring, evaluation, reporting and communication;
• References ADB’s Anticorruption Policy and accountability mechanism; and
• Assists EA, IA, and ADB staff to anticipate problems and initiate timely remedial actions;