Deadline: 18-Feb-2026
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) invites NGOs and civil society organizations (CSOs) to act as Responsible Parties to support livestock producers, paludiculture processors, and members of agricultural partnerships and associations in seven regions of Ukraine: Volyn, Rivne, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, Chernihiv, Khmelnytskyi, and Vinnytsia. The initiative focuses on strengthening sustainable agricultural practices, enhancing production capacities, and building organizational skills among farmers and processors.
Programme Focus Areas
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Livestock Producers: Support sustainable animal husbandry practices, capacity-building, and production efficiency.
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Paludiculture Processors: Assist producers involved in cultivating and processing wetland-adapted crops.
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Agricultural Partnerships and Associations: Provide guidance to cooperative members, improve operational and management practices, and enhance sustainable agricultural output.
Funding and Implementation
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Total Budget: Up to USD 800,000, including administrative costs
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Funding Source: Global Environment Facility (GEF)
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Implementation Period: 17 months
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Reporting Requirements: Collect co-funding data from beneficiaries and submit comprehensive reports detailing expenditures and outcomes
Selected organizations are expected to submit a detailed financial proposal covering all activities and administrative costs, alongside a clear and actionable plan for delivering project outputs within the specified timeframe.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate:
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Experience in implementing livestock support programs with at least two projects serving a minimum of 100 farmers, family farms, or agricultural enterprises.
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Capability in managing projects or contracts with budgets of at least USD 100,000 in support of agricultural producers.
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Capacity-building expertise, particularly in:
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Sustainable livestock farming
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Agricultural product processing
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Crop cultivation for feed production
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Paludiculture practices
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Organizations not meeting these minimum requirements will not advance to the technical evaluation stage.
Evaluation Process
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Pass/Fail Screening: Assessment of minimum eligibility criteria
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Technical Evaluation: Only compliant organizations proceed, evaluated on quality, feasibility, and alignment with UNDP objectives
FAQs
1. Who can apply?
Legally registered NGOs and CSOs with experience in livestock or agricultural support programs in Ukraine.
2. Which regions are eligible for project activities?
Volyn, Rivne, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, Chernihiv, Khmelnytskyi, and Vinnytsia oblasts.
3. What is the total funding available?
Up to USD 800,000, covering all activities including administrative costs.
4. How long is the project period?
Approximately 17 months from the start date of the contract.
5. What experience is required for eligibility?
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At least two prior projects supporting ≥100 farmers/farms
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Experience managing budgets of ≥USD 100,000
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Capacity-building in sustainable livestock, agricultural processing, and feed cultivation
6. What are the reporting requirements?
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Submit a detailed financial report
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Record and report co-funding contributions from each beneficiary
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Provide clear documentation of project deliverables
Conclusion
This UNDP call presents a strategic opportunity for NGOs and CSOs to contribute to sustainable agriculture and livestock development in Ukraine, particularly in regions impacted by environmental and economic challenges. Selected organizations will play a crucial role in empowering farmers, improving paludiculture and livestock practices, and strengthening agricultural partnerships. By providing technical guidance, capacity-building, and support for sustainable production, the initiative aims to enhance long-term resilience and productivity in Ukraine’s agricultural sector.
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