Deadline: 06-Jan-2026
UNICEF is inviting expressions of interest under the Promoting Child Development and Survival (CPD) programme to support integrated Health, Nutrition, and WASH interventions in the Bakool Region of Somalia. The programme aims to improve child well-being through a holistic, equity-driven, and climate-resilient approach, delivering integrated services that strengthen systems, reduce child morbidity and mortality, and reach the most vulnerable populations.
Overview
The CPD programme acts as a strategic accelerator across the Health, Nutrition, and WASH sectors, contributing to the 2026–2030 Country Programme vision for child well-being in Somalia. Its objectives are to:
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Address root causes of child morbidity and mortality
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Strengthen multi-sectoral systems for sustainable service delivery
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Promote inclusive, climate-resilient innovations
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Reach the most vulnerable children, adolescents, and caregivers
Focus Areas
Health
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Adolescent health, including sexual and reproductive health
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Health in emergencies
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Immunization
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Maternal and newborn health, including emergency obstetric care
Key Health Outcomes:
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By 2030, Somali mothers and children will access equitable, high-quality primary health and immunization services
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Strengthened access to essential services, disease prevention, and maternal-child healthcare
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Contributes to improved health outcomes for vulnerable populations
Nutrition
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Infant and young child feeding
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Malnutrition prevention and treatment
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Nutrition in emergencies
Key Nutrition Outcomes:
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By 2030, pregnant and breastfeeding women, caregivers, adolescents, and children are empowered through supportive, multi-sectoral systems
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Promotion of safe, nutritious foods, practices, and services
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Prevention of malnutrition and stunting and timely detection and treatment of wasting
WASH and Environment
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Basic sanitation and hygiene
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WASH in emergencies
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Safe water supply
Key WASH Outcomes:
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By 2030, children and families access affordable, climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable water and sanitation services
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Adoption of safe hygiene behaviors, including in humanitarian situations
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Expanded services in homes, schools, health, and nutrition centers
Strategic Transformative Results for 2026–2027
The programme supports integrated outcomes including:
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Skilled birth attendance for pregnant women
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Expanded primary health consultations
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Increased vaccination coverage, including polio and DTP-containing vaccines
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Improved malaria treatment access
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Expanded early childhood development and parenting support
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Large-scale First Food initiatives
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Prevention and treatment of stunting and wasting
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Micronutrient supplementation for adolescent girls and women
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Improved access to climate-resilient water, sanitation, hygiene, health, and education infrastructure
Who Can Apply
Eligible applicants include:
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NGOs and community-based organizations
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Health, nutrition, and WASH service providers experienced in multi-sectoral child-focused programming
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Organizations capable of delivering integrated, evidence-based interventions in the Bakool Region
How to Apply
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Check Eligibility: Confirm your organization has experience in multi-sectoral Health, Nutrition, and WASH programming.
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Prepare Expression of Interest (EOI): Include objectives, target population, planned activities, expected outcomes, and alignment with CPD goals.
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Submit EOI: Follow UNICEF submission guidelines for the Bakool Region.
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Implement Activities: Deliver integrated interventions in the target communities.
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Monitor and Report: Track progress against the transformative results and programme indicators.
Why It Matters
The CPD programme in Bakool addresses urgent child health, nutrition, and WASH challenges by:
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Ensuring equitable access to essential services for vulnerable populations
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Promoting sustainable, climate-resilient interventions
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Strengthening local systems and governance
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Enhancing child survival, development, and well-being
FAQ
Q1: Which sectors are included in this programme?
A: Health, Nutrition, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene).
Q2: Who benefits from the interventions?
A: Children, adolescents, mothers, caregivers, and vulnerable populations in Bakool Region.
Q3: What are key results for 2026–2027?
A: Skilled birth attendance, outpatient consultations, vaccination coverage, malaria treatment, early childhood support, First Food initiatives, prevention and treatment of stunting and wasting, micronutrient supplementation, and climate-resilient WASH access.
Q4: Can applicants focus on a single sector?
A: No, integrated multi-sectoral approaches are required.
Q5: How will the programme’s impact be measured?
A: Through measurable transformative results including service coverage, nutrition outcomes, and child well-being indicators.
Q6: What approach does UNICEF follow?
A: A holistic, equity-driven, and climate-resilient approach addressing root causes and strengthening systems.
Q7: How does the programme ensure sustainability?
A: By strengthening local governance, supporting community-based solutions, and implementing climate-resilient interventions.
Conclusion
The UNICEF CPD programme in Bakool provides a comprehensive, integrated approach to improving child health, nutrition, and WASH outcomes. By delivering evidence-based, multi-sectoral interventions, strengthening local systems, and promoting sustainability, the programme ensures that vulnerable children and communities gain equitable access to essential services and experience long-term improvements in well-being.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.