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EU-Eritrea: Strengthening the Capacities of Civil Society Organisations & Local Authorities

Deadline: 30 May 2016

The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its thematic programme “Civil Society Organisations and Local Authorities” to strengthen civil society organisations’ and local authorities’ contribution to governance and development processes.

The programme is divided into two lots:

LOT 1 – CSOs (EUR 950 000): To support and strengthen CSOs’ capacity to perform their roles as development actors, services providers and agents in policy processes, in coordination with the country’s relevant stakeholders, in the areas of:
- support to children, women, people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups
- gender equality
- education
- health
- food security and sustainable natural resources management
- water and sanitation
- culture, media and information
- cultural and natural heritage
- interfaith dialogue and prevention of radicalisation
- youth empowerment;
- economic empowerment for disadvantaged groups and populations segments out of mainstream services
- decent work and rights at work;
- migration and fight to trafficking and smuggling.
To foster CSOs’ cooperation with similar entities (eg with other Eritrean, African and European CSOs) and with LAs in-country and abroad and/or to strengthen CSOs’ cooperation with international and regional intergovernmental organisations.

LOT 2 – LAs (EUR 300 000): To support LAas’ capacity to perform their roles as development actors, service and welfare providers, and promoters of inclusive and sustainable growth at the local level (according to their institutional mandate) in the areas of:
- support to children, women, people with disability and other vulnerable groups
- gender equality
- education
- health
- food security and sustainable natural resources management
- water and sanitation
- culture, media and information
- cultural and natural heritage
- interfaith dialogue and prevention of radicalisations
- youth empowerment
- economic empowerment for disadvantaged groups and populations segments out of mainstream services
- decent work and rights at work
- migration and fight to trafficking and smuggling
To foster LAs’ cooperation with similar entities (eg with other Eritrean, African and European LAs) and with CSOs in-country and abroad and/or to strengthen LAs’ cooperation with international and regional intergovernmental organisations.

Size of Grants

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

LOT 1 – CSOs
- minimum amount: EUR 150 000
- maximum amount: EUR 500 000
LOT 2 – LAs
- minimum amount: EUR 150 000
- maximum amount: EUR 300 000

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for a grant, the lead applicant must:
- be a legal person or an entity without legal personality
- be non-profit-making
- be a specific type of organisation such as: non-governmental organisation, , local authority
- be established in a Member State of the European Union or in the State of Eritrea or in another EU partner countries, as follows:
  - developing countries that are included in the list of recipients of ODA established by the OECD/DAC including countries and territories falling within the scope of Council Decision 2013/755/EU on the association of the overseas countries and territories with the European Union (‘Overseas Association Decision’)
  - countries that are signatories to the Partnership Agreement between the members of the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States of the one part, and the European Community and its Member States, of the other part, signed in Cotonou on 23 June 2000, including South Africa
  - countries eligible for the European Development Fund
  - countries eligible for Union funding under the European Neighbourhood Instrument established by Regulation (EU) No 232/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council (the ‘European Neighbourhood Instrument’) including the Russian Federation.
  - 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.
- Potential applicants may not participate in calls for proposals or be awarded grants if they are in any of the situations

How to Apply

The application procedure consists of two phases:
- Concept notes
- Full applications
In the first instance, only concept notes must be submitted for evaluation. Thereafter, lead applicants who have been pre-selected will be invited to submit a full application

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

EACEA Call for Proposals: Supporting Social Inclusion through Education, Training & Youth

Deadline: 30 May 2016

The European Commision in cooperation with the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) is seeking proposals will support projects in the fields of education, training and youth, which aim at upscaling and disseminating innovative good practices falling under the scope of the Declaration on Promoting citizenship and the common values of freedom, tolerance and non-discrimination through education.

The programme is divided into two lots

Lot 1: Education and training (EUR 10 000 000)
Lot 2: Youth (EUR 3 000 000)

Objectives

Preventing violent radicalisation and promoting democratic values, fundamental rights, intercultural understanding and active citizenship.
Fostering the inclusion of disadvantaged learners, including persons with a migrant background, while preventing and combating discriminatory practices.

Size of Grant

The maximum grant per project will be EUR 500 000.

Eligible Countries

28 Member States of the European Union
EFTA/EEA countries: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway
EU candidate countries: Turkey, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants are public and private organisations active in the fields of education, training and youth in the areas covered by the Paris Declaration:

educational institutions and other learning providers
public authorities at national/regional/local level responsible for education, training and youth;
non-profit organisations (NGOs)
research institutions
trade organisations and social partners
guidance and recognition centres
international organisations
private companies
networks of the organisations listed above are also eligible as long as they have legal personality
Erasmus+ National Agencies in the field of youth

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online via given website.

For more information, please visit Initiatives for policy innovation.

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 and African Union Commissions Call: Supporting Research on Water-Energy-Food Nexus

Deadline: 29 April 2016

The European and African Union Commissions together with the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) are currently inviting applications from policy officers and scientists for its evidence and policy event to support research in the field of the Water-Energy-Food nexus.

Goals

Enhance participants skills in integrating evidence into policy-making.
Create a community of practice that will continue to collaborate afterwards.
Stimulate the participants to share their new skills and learning with their colleagues.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have:

Citizenship of an African state or EU Member State.
At least 2 years of work experience in the water – energy – food nexus.
Commitment to participate in the event for the whole duration of the seminar.
Strong motivation to use and provide evidence for policy.
Proficiency in English.
For scientists: Participation in collaborative research projects funded by FP7, Horizon 2020, the AU Research Grants, Kwame Nkrumah Scientific awards, the ACP S&T Programme and the ERAfrica initiative will be considered an asset.

Participation

The program is looking for:

25 policy-makers (junior to middle level) from EU Institutions and Member States
25 policy-makers (junior to middle level) from African Institutions and African States
25 EU scientists
25 African scientists

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the application form via given website and also submit CV and a short motivation letter.

For more information, please visit Evidence and Policy Event.

EU-India Cooperation on ICT-related Sandardisation, Policy & Legislation

Deadline: 13 May 2016

The European Union (EU) is currently accepting applications for a programme entitled “EU-India cooperation on ICT-related standardisation, policy and legislation” with an aim to support intensified cooperation between the EU and India on ICT-related standardisation, policy and legislation issues as well as on exchange of statistical data and metadata.

The specific purpose of this contract is to support efforts for early alignment of ICT standardisation in the areas and facilitate co-operation and exchange of best practices between relevant actors in the EU and India.

Activities

For the ICT component
For the component on statistics

Funding Information

The funds are available up to the estimated amount of approximately EUR 2,400,000.

Location

All actions must take place in India.

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.

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

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.

EU Call for Proposals: Information and Communication 2015

Deadline: 27 May 2016

The European Union is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its Information and Communication 2015 grant programme in order to increase the Knowledge about values and the functioning of the EU among the population at large in Serbia.

The aim of the Programme is satisfy the demand in Serbia for more and better quality information about EU accession by enabling the creative potential and local knowledge of CSOs, TV, radios, universities and established library network in order to:

Inform various target groups about the EU, its values, its policies and programmes and their impact on Serbian citizens everyday life.
Increase frequency and quality of media coverage and public debate on EU related issues in Serbia.
Ensure visibility of EU external assistance programmes in Serbia.
Increase the understanding of the integration process and the long term benefits it brings to Serbian Citizens and to stimulate public debate.

Objectives

To increase awareness and understanding about the accession process, EU assistance and reforms needed by empowering Serbian multipliers in communicating about the EU
To produce and broadcast quality radio and TV/Av content and news programme(s) about the EU, Serbia’s EU integration and EU assistance
To organise public information campaigns, events and presentations on the EU with strong media coverage.

Size of Grants

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

Lot (1): For Production and broadcasting TV and Radio content about Serbia’s EU accession process, reforms needed, EU assistance and benefits of accession.

minimum amount: EUR 400,000.00
maximum amount: EUR 450,000.00

Lot (2): For organisation and implementation of events, presentations and public communication campaigns about Serbia’s EU accession process, reforms needed, EU assistance and benefits of accession with strong media coverage.

minimum amount: EUR 240,000.00
maximum amount: EUR 270,000.00

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for a grant, the lead applicant must:
- be a legal person
- be civil society organizations (CSOs), TV , radio
- have proven experience in EU communication and EU integration process projects/activities
- be established in a member state of the European Union or in a country of IPA regulation
- 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
- be based in Serbia on in a member state of the European Union or in an IPA-beneficiary country but with an established office in Serbia
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-applicants as specified hereafter.

How to Apply

The application procedure consists of two phases:
- Concept notes
- Full applications
In the first instance, only concept notes must be submitted for evaluation. Thereafter, lead applicants who have been pre-selected will be invited to submit a full application

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

European Commission: Support for Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development in Turkmenistan-Phase III

Deadline: 25 April 2016

The European Commission is currently accepting applications for a programme entitled “Support for further sustainable Agriculture and Rural development in Turkmenistan – Phase III” to support the Government of Turkmenistan achieving the national sector objectives for sustainable agriculture, rural development and institutional support.

The objective of this project is to support and increase the productivity and competitiveness of the agro-food sector through activities aimed to improve the agro-food production, processing and marketing and to strengthen the capacity of Turkmen agriculture institutions.

Location

All actions must take place in Central Asia – Turkmenistan.

Eligibility Criteria

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 Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development and download the guidelines.

European Commission: Enhancing CSO’ Contribution to Governance & Development Processes in Trinidad & Tobago

Deadline: 27 May 2016

The European Commission is currently accepting applications from organisations for the thematic programme “Society Organisations (CSOs) and Local Authorities (LAs)” in order to support CSOs’ contributions to, and increase their participation in promoting accountability, inclusive national development and policy making in Trinidad and Tobago.

Priority Areas

Supporting initiatives promoting improved democratic governance, accountability at country level and with public authorities, such as independent budget analysis, expenditure tracking, monitoring the implementation of polices and laws, anti- corruption initiatives, integrity pacts, participatory budgeting, participatory audits, procurement monitoring and public access to information legislation, and promoting judicial reform.

Size of Grants

Any grant requested under this call for proposals must fall between EUR 300,000 and EUR 340,000

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, public sector operator, local authority, international (inter-governmental) organisation of the Rules of application of the EU Financial Regulation
- be established in a Member State of the European Union
- 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
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.
At least two co-applicants that are established in Trinidad and Tobago must be involved in the action.

How to Apply

The application procedure consists of two phases:
- Concept notes
- Full applications
In the first instance, only concept notes must be submitted for evaluation. Thereafter, lead applicants who have been pre-selected will be invited to submit a full application

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

European Commission: Support for Public Administration Capacity Building in Turkmenistan

Deadline: 25 April 2016

The European Commission is currently accepting applications for a programme entitled “Support of Public Administration Capacity Building in Turkmenistan” to support the modernisation, in line with international and European standards, the know-how and skills of the Turkmen Public Administration by building up the capacity of the institutions responsible for the training and professional development of civil servants.

The specific purpose of this project is to enhance the institutional and training capacities of the Academy of Civil Servants and of relevant state bodies through the development of modern training programmes.

Location

All actions must take place in Central Asia – Turkmenistan.

Selection Criteria

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

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 and 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.

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 Support for Public Administration Capacity Building and download the guidelines.