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European Union RE-INTEG: Creating a Conductive Environment for Economic & Social Development

Deadline: 15 July 2016

The European Union Emergency Trust Fund is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for “Enhancing Somalia’s responsiveness to the management and reintegration of mixed migration flows” with an aim to contribute to Somalia’s transition out of fragility by strengthening stability and security and by creating a favorable environment for the economic and social development.

The programme is divided into five lots:

Lot 1: Mogadishu – 12 M€
Lot 2: Somaliland (with a special focus on Hargeysa and Burao) – 4 M€
Lot 3: Puntland and Galmadug (with a special focus on Bosasso, Galkayo, Dhusamareb and Cadaado – 9M€
Lot 4: Jubaland (with a special focus on Baardhere, Ceel Waaq, Bu aale, Kismayo and Afmadoye) – 4M€
Lot 5: South-West (with a special focus on Afgoye, Merka and Baidoa) – 4 M€

Focus Sectors

Education
Health (including psychosocial support)
WASH
Social protection
Sustainable job
livelihood

Size of Grants

Any grant requested under this call for proposals must fall between the following minimum and maximum amounts:

Lot 1: Mogadishu
- minimum amount: EUR 8 000 000
- maximum amount: EUR 12 000 000
Lot 2: Somaliland
- minimum amount: EUR 3 500 000
- maximum amount: EUR 4 000 000
Lot 3: Puntland and Galmadug
- minimum amount: EUR 7 000 000
- maximum amount: EUR 9 000 000
Lot 4: Jubaland
- minimum amount: EUR 3 500 000
- maximum amount: EUR 4 000 000
Lot 5: South-West
- minimum amount: EUR 3 500 000
- maximum amount: EUR 4 000 000

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for a grant, the lead applicant must:
- be a legal person
- be non-profit-making
- be a specific type of organisation such as non-governmental organisation or international (inter-governmental) organisation of the EU Financial Regulation
- be established in a Member State of the European Union or in a member states of the European Economic Area (EEA), an ACP State or a least developed country as defined by the UN. This obligation does not apply to international organisations
- be directly responsible for the preparation and management of the action with the co-applicant(s) and affiliated entity(ies), not acting as an intermediary
- have at least two years of experience in Somalia/Somaliland and have a legal valid registration in the area of intervention (where applicable)
- Potential applicants may not participate in calls for proposals or be awarded grants if they are in any of the situations.
The lead applicant must act with co-applicant(s) as specified hereafter.

How to Apply

Applicants have to register themselves in PADOR, an on-line database via given website.

For more information, please visit Europeaid and download the guidelines.

European Commission: Support to Kenya Energy and Transport Sector

Deadline: 17 May 2016

The European Commission is currently accepting applications for a programme entitled “Support to Kenya Energy and transport sector” whose aim is to contribute towards poverty reduction and accelerated and inclusive economic growth through more sustainable and efficient energy and transport sectors.

Focus Areas

Transport sector governance and technical issues (road safety, transport planning, traffic modelling, traffic engineering, project management, public private partnerships etc.)
Urban mobility.

Funding Information

The funds are available up to the estimated amount of approximately EUR 4,000,000

Location

All actions must take place in Kenya.

Eligibility Criteria

Participation is open to all natural persons who are nationals of and legal persons (participating either individually or in a grouping – consortium – of tenderers) which are effectively established in a Member State of the European Union or in a eligible country or territory establishing common rules and procedures for the implementation of the Union’s instruments for external action (CIR) for the applicable Instrument under which the contract is financed. Participation is also open to international organisations.

Selection Criteria

Economic and financial capacity of candidate
Professional capacity of candidate
Technical capacity of candidate

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted in English exclusively to the Contracting Authority in a sealed envelope by post via given website.
All written communications for this tender procedure and contract must be in English.

For more information, please visit Europeaid and download the guidelines.

Public Affairs Section: Afghanistan-Pakistan Partnership Summit

Deadline: 14 June 2016

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for Afghanistan-Pakistan Partnership Summit to support at least 18 and up to 30 participants, approximately 15 from Afghanistan and 15 from Pakistan, with equal representation from the two countries, who will discuss areas of future cooperation between the two countries in specific sectors of interest.

Goals

Promote regional integration by facilitating a dialogue on cooperation in sectors key to the Afghanistan-Pakistan relationship;
Promote economic and professional linkages between Afghanistan and Pakistan in support of economic growth and civil society participation;
Develop an action plan or road map which outlines paths to increased cooperation in key sectors

Proposal Priorities

Proposals should also describe:

The applicant’s proposed schedule and agenda for the program, including how activities under the three pillars might overlap or be conducted separately;
The applicant’s previous experience conducting short-term study or training tours in theS. or the region for foreign professionals;
Any personnel or partner organizations that will play a role in conducting training exercises or seminars, along with the qualifications of those personnel or organizations.

Funding Information: The award floor for the base period and each option year is set at $150,000. The award ceiling is set at $225,000 for the base year and for each of the two option years

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility is open to all non-profit, non-governmental organizations. Organizations may subcontract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award.
When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal.
Applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c)(3) status, Afghan NGO license).
Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered.
Individuals are not eligible.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications electronically via given website.

For more information, please visit Afghanistan-Pakistan Partnership Summit.

Call for Applications: Design and Implementation of Mid-Term Review and Final Evaluation for the Institutions for Inclusive Development Programme

Deadline: 12 May 2016

The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking a supplier to design and then implement a mid term review (MTR – early 2019) and a final evaluation (early 2021) for the main programme management contract under its Institutions for Inclusive Development (I4ID) programme.

This programme’s aim is to support the development in Tanzania.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to apply by registering themselves on DFID Supplier Portal.

For more information, please visit DFID Tanzania.

DFID: Future Infrastructure & Economic Development Programmes in Nepal

Deadline: 1 June 2016

The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) is in the final stages of developing the next 5 year plan for support to Nepal. For the Business Case approvals, DFID is soon launching number of new competitive opportunities to fulfill its commitments.

DFID will hold two early market engagement events during the month of April to discuss specific future programmes requirements in Nepal. These include:

First

Post-Earthquake Reconstruction in Nepal – Building Back Better
RAP3 Mugu – Humla Link Road Programme

Second

Women’s Economic Empowerment

Priority Areas

The program priority areas include:

improving infrastructure;
increasing economic development and improving access to jobs;
expanding the response to the post-earthquake reconstruction.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are required to register themselves to DFID supplier portal in order to apply.

For more information, please visit the following link

https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/pages/public/supplier/publicbulletin/viewPublicNotice.cmd?bm90aWNlSWQ9NjU5MDA%3D

Apply for McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism: Supporting Business & Economic Stories!

Deadline: 31 May 2016

The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism, a new initiative established at the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism is currently accepting applications for its McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism, whose aim is to support in-depth, ambitious coverage of critical issues related to the global economy and business.

The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need the time and resources to produce a significant story or series that provides fresh insight into an important business or economic topic.

The McGraw Center provides editorial supervision during the Fellowship. The McGraw Center will work with the Fellows to develop their projects during the reporting phase and frequently edit the completed stories.

Grant Information

The fellowship will provide grants of $5,000 per month for one to three months.

Eligibility Criteria

The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is open to anyone with at least five years professional experience in journalism.
Freelance journalists, as well as reporters and editors currently working at a news organization, may apply.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit a well-focused story proposal of no more than three pages through the accompanying online form via given website.

For more information, please visit Fellowship for Business Journalism.

U.S. Embassy Armenia Call for Applications: Hubert Humphrey Program 2017

Deadline: 10 June 2016

The Embassy of the United States of America in Armenia is currently inviting applications for its Hubert Humphrey Program 2017 competition, for mid-career professionals with demonstrated leadership potential for a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and substantive professional collaboration with U.S. counterparts during the 2017-2018 academic year.

The program will be funded for one academic year, pending: a successful application for a J-1 visa; receipt of medical clearance; and availability of funds.

Fields of study

Agricultural & Rural Development
Communications/Journalism
Economic Development/Finance and Banking
Educational Administration, Planning and Policy
Higher Education Administration
HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention
Law and Human Rights
Natural Resources/Environmental
Policy/Climate Change
Public Health Policy and Management
Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
Substance Abuse Education
Treatment and Prevention
Technology Policy and Management
Trafficking in Persons, Policy and Prevention
Urban and Regional Planning

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have:

Armenian citizenship and residency.
Completed BA studies by the start of the grant.
Have Five years of substantial professional experience.
Interest in the policy aspects of your respective field of specialization.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and a record of public service.
Completed online application, including two reference letters.
Proficient in English/successful TOEFL exam.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must complete an online application via given website.

For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy Armenia.

Linking the Americas: Apply for the Fellowship in Latin America with America Solidaria

Deadline: 29 April 2016

America Solidaria US is currently accepting applications from volunteers across US for its year-long Fellowship Program in 13 countries throughout the Americas. Projects are focused in the areas of health, education, and economic development to benefit children, youth, and families living in poverty.

Program Benefits

Travel to and from country of service
Visa Expenses
Placement at a host organization
Housing and monthly living stipend (this is adequate to support a modest lifestyle for one person based on the local cost of living)
Health Insurance
Alumni Americas Network
Out-of-country two week orientations that provides cross-cultural, technical, health, and safety skills training.

Key Dates

April 29, 2016 Priority deadline for online applications
May 2 – May 6, 2016 Application review process (eligibility)
May 6, 2016 Semi-finalists and those not selected are notified by email
June 6, 2016 Deadline for letters of recommendation (closes at 11:59pm EDT)
May 6 – June 6, 2016 Interviews with semi-finalists
June 6, 2016 Applicants are notified of final decisions
August 22 – September 2, 2016: Out-of-country orientation (in Chile) (tentative dates)
September 2016: Travel to host country

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Applicants must be 35 years or younger
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Applicants must possess professional experience in the NGO/nonprofit/social or public sector
Applicants must demonstrate Spanish language ability
Applicants must demonstrate leadership and collaborative skills

Geographical Focus

Fellowships provide support to local organizations in the following countries:

Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, Peru, Uruguay and the United States. Please note that volunteers are required to serve outside of their country of origin.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to apply through an online process.

For more information, please visit Linking the Americas.

FRIDA Grants: Providing Support to Research Projects and Innovative Initiatives

Deadline: 13 May 2016

FRIDA Grants provide funding to support research projects and innovative initiatives that seek to explore the potential of information and communications technology for promoting the region’s social and economic development and Internet access.

Funding Information

FRIDA ha USD 145,000 to support six projects, each of which will receive between USD 20,000 and USD 30,000 in the form of non-reimbursable grants.
Successful projects must be executed within a period of twelve months, which may be extended to fifteen.

Grant Categories

Subvenciones IDRC: Through the IDRC Grants, FRIDA deliver three financial support of US $ 25,000 each to initiatives that seek to explore new ideas, test prototypes and test potential new and innovative uses of ICT to promote development and access to internet.
Internet Society Grants: Through the Internet Society Grants, FRIDA will provide support of between US $ 20,000 and US $ 30,000 to two initiatives. Projects should focus on security and resilience in relation to two of the main pillars of the Internet:
- Managing names: through innovative approaches in DNSSEC that improve confidence in internet – based services.
- Routing : exploring options for deploying secure routing protocols (RPKI and BGP) and traffic exchange activities.For this grant, it will be required to projects that document the history behind its implementation. To this end, the selected projects will receive additional funding for the realization of a video communication summarizing results. One representative from each winning project will receive a trip and complete stay to attend the Internet Governance Forum 2016 to be held in Mexico.
Grants LACNIC: Through Grants LACNIC, FRIDA will provide US $ 20,000 to an initiative to address challenges in connection with the transition and deployment of IPv6 in the region.

Applicants must accompany the proposal with a budget and work schedule, and propose concrete processes for measuring impact.

For more information, please visit FRIDA Grants.

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