Open Call for Promoting Child Development and Survival – Banadir Region (Somalia)

Deadline: 06-Jan-2026

UNICEF has launched a call for proposals under the Promoting Child Development and Survival (CPD) programme in Somalia, targeting integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH interventions. The programme aims to improve access to quality health services, nutrition support, and safe water and sanitation, particularly for vulnerable children, adolescents, and mothers. Through an equity-driven, climate-resilient approach, the initiative strengthens systems, addresses root causes of child morbidity and mortality, and fosters inclusive innovations across selected regions.

Overview of the CPD Programme

The Promoting Child Development and Survival (CPD) programme is a strategic initiative that accelerates impact across Health, Nutrition, and WASH sectors in Somalia. It contributes to the 2026–2030 Country Programme vision for child well-being through integrated, equity-focused interventions designed to:

• Address the root causes of child morbidity and mortality

• Strengthen health, nutrition, and WASH systems

• Promote inclusive innovations to reach vulnerable populations

The programme applies a holistic, climate-resilient approach, ensuring services are sustainable, adaptable, and responsive to the needs of communities, including in humanitarian contexts.

Focus Areas

Health

• Adolescent health, including sexual and reproductive health

• Child health, including routine immunization

• Maternal and newborn health, including emergency obstetric care

• Health in emergencies

Nutrition

• Infant and young child feeding

• Malnutrition prevention and treatment

• Nutrition in emergencies

WASH and Environment

• Basic sanitation and hygiene

• WASH in emergencies

• Access to safe, climate-resilient water

Expected Outcomes by 2030

The CPD programme aims to achieve:

• Equitable access to high-quality primary health and immunization services for mothers and children

• Empowered caregivers, adolescents, and children through multi-sectoral support systems promoting safe, nutritious food and services

• Prevention, early detection, and treatment of malnutrition and wasting

• Affordable, climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable water and sanitation services for all children and families

• Promotion of safe hygiene behaviors, including in humanitarian situations

Strategic Transformative Results for 2026–2027

Key targets include:

• 20,000 births assisted by skilled birth attendants

• 1 million outpatient consultations at primary health facilities

• 907,485 children vaccinated against polio

• 80% of children and adolescents immunized, including DTP-containing vaccines for 607,485 children

• 90% of people testing positive for malaria receive first-line treatment

• 20,000 children under five receive early stimulation and nurturing care

• 500,000 children supported through the First Food initiative

• 200,000 adolescent girls and women receive iron and micronutrient supplements

• 800,000 children under five access early detection and treatment of wasting

• Strengthened local government coordination of basic services

• Expanded access to climate-resilient water, sanitation, hygiene, health, and education infrastructure

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants typically include:

• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

• Community-based organizations

• Public health and nutrition service providers

• Organizations with demonstrated experience in implementing multi-sectoral child-focused interventions

Applicants are expected to:

• Deliver integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH services

• Align activities with CPD programme objectives and transformative results

• Target vulnerable populations, including children, adolescents, mothers, and caregivers

How to Apply

1. Check Eligibility: Confirm your organization has experience in multi-sectoral child health, nutrition, and WASH interventions.

2. Develop Proposal: Include project objectives, target population, activities, expected outcomes, and alignment with CPD programme results.

3. Submit Application: Follow UNICEF submission guidelines and deadlines for Somalia CPD programme proposals.

4. Implement Activities: Deliver integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH services in selected regions.

5. Monitor and Report: Track progress, outcomes, and contribute to CPD programme evaluation metrics.

Why It Matters

The CPD programme addresses urgent child health, nutrition, and WASH needs in Somalia, where vulnerable populations face high risks of morbidity and mortality. By delivering integrated services and strengthening local systems, the programme:

• Ensures equitable access to essential services

• Supports long-term resilience and well-being of children, adolescents, and families

• Promotes inclusive, climate-resilient innovations in service delivery

• Contributes to national and global child health and development targets

FAQ

Q1: What sectors does the CPD programme cover?
A: Health, Nutrition, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene).

Q2: Who are the target beneficiaries?
A: Children, adolescents, mothers, caregivers, and vulnerable families in selected regions of Somalia.

Q3: What are the key results for 2026–2027?
A: Skilled birth attendance, outpatient consultations, vaccination coverage, malnutrition prevention and treatment, and access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene.

Q4: Can organizations implement only one sector?
A: No, integrated multi-sectoral approaches are required to achieve CPD programme outcomes.

Q5: How is programme impact measured?
A: Through predefined transformative results, including coverage of health, nutrition, WASH services, and improved child well-being indicators.

Q6: What approach does UNICEF follow?
A: A holistic, equity-driven, climate-resilient approach addressing root causes and strengthening local systems.

Q7: How does the programme contribute to long-term goals?
A: It strengthens systems, promotes inclusive innovations, and ensures sustainable access to essential services, contributing to the 2026–2030 Country Programme vision for child well-being.

Conclusion

The UNICEF CPD programme provides a comprehensive framework for improving child survival, development, and well-being in Somalia. By funding integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH interventions and supporting local systems, it ensures that vulnerable children, adolescents, and caregivers receive equitable, high-quality services while contributing to sustainable improvements in public health, nutrition, and hygiene.

For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.