Deadline: 8-Aug-22
The British Office Hargeisa (BOH) welcomes project proposals linked to women and girls and media freedom themes for its International Programme Fund (IPF).
The International Programme Fund (IPF) supports programme activity under the framework of the UK government’s foreign policy objectives in Somaliland.
Scope for Proposals
- Applications for funding should be linked to the following themes:
- Women and girls – Partnerships to support women and girls, unlocking their potential, agency, and freedoms through education, and particularly targeting those affected by the ongoing drought.
- Media Freedom – Partnerships to support the foundations of media freedom such as by building the capacity of journalists, building understanding between journalists and security institutions, and support for the safety and security of journalists.
Funding & Duration Information
- The proposals requested under this call must be for a maximum of £95,000 in value, and must be able to be completed in this financial year (before the 31 March 2023).
Eligibility Criteria
The British Office Hargeisa (BOH) will consider funding applications from civil society organizations, academic institutions, non-profit organisations and multilateral organisations. In order to be eligible, you:
- must be a legal entity, commercial company, a registered non-governmental (NGO) or governmental organisation, and provide proof of legal registration in Somaliland
- demonstrate previous experience in delivering and managing projects and the ability to manage the project sum, and preferably have experience working with an international agency/organisation
- demonstrate the capacity to deliver at least 75% of the proposed project activity by mid-December 2022
- Applications must be submitted in English.
Evaluation Criteria
- Alignment with the above-mentioned UK themes
- Project design includes a realistic timeline, clear monitoring and evaluation procedures
- Project outcomes have a concrete deliverable with clear links to the project’s objectives
- Sustainability, demonstrating that project benefits continue after the funding ends.
- Risk and financial accountability procedures
- The organisation’s safeguarding policies and the protection of those involved in the project against abuse and harassment
- Overall value for money
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-office-hargeisas-international-programme-fund-2022-23
