Call for Strengthening the Role of Civil Society Organisations (Burundi)

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Call for Proposals supports NGOs in Burundi to strengthen civil society participation, promote citizen engagement, and improve institutional accountability through dialogues, meetings, and awareness activities. Eligible NGOs can submit technical and financial proposals through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal.

Funding Summary

• Funding Programme: UNDP Call for Proposals for Civil Society Engagement
• Funding Organisation: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
• Location: Burundi
• Focus Areas: Civic engagement, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption
• Eligible Applicants: Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
• Application Method: UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal
• Selection Approach: Quality-based selection with a fixed budget framework

About the Programme

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a Call for Proposals to support NGOs working to strengthen the role of civil society in promoting citizen participation and institutional engagement in Burundi.

The programme aims to create opportunities for dialogue between citizens, civil society organisations, and institutions by supporting meetings, discussions, and communication activities at local and national levels.

Through this initiative, UNDP seeks to strengthen civil society contributions to democratic participation, accountability, transparency, and efforts to prevent corruption.

Objectives of the Programme

The programme aims to:

• Strengthen citizen participation in public discussions.
• Improve engagement between civil society and institutions.
• Promote accountability and transparency.
• Support anti-corruption initiatives.
• Encourage inclusive dialogue at community and national levels.
• Enhance the capacity of NGOs to contribute to governance processes.

Key Focus Areas

Civic Engagement and Dialogue

Supported activities may include:

• Community meetings.
• Public dialogues.
• Institutional engagement forums.
• Stakeholder discussions.
• National and local consultations.

These activities should encourage citizens to participate in decision-making processes and strengthen relationships between communities and institutions.

Transparency and Accountability

Projects should contribute to:

• Increasing public awareness.
• Promoting accountability mechanisms.
• Encouraging responsible governance.
• Supporting civil society monitoring efforts.

Anti-Corruption Awareness

The programme supports initiatives that strengthen understanding and participation in anti-corruption efforts through community engagement and information-sharing activities.

Eligible Applicants

Applications are open to:

• Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that meet UNDP qualification requirements.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Legal and organisational eligibility.
• Experience implementing similar projects.
• Financial and administrative capacity.
• Ability to successfully deliver proposed activities.

Only one application per organisation is permitted.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• NGO registration and eligibility documents.
• Audited financial statements from the previous two years.
• Technical proposal.
• Financial proposal.
• Implementation methodology.
• Project management structure.
• Quality assurance plan.
• Key personnel details.
• Detailed budget breakdown.

The financial proposal must follow the required format and remain within the fixed budget framework established under the call.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal using the relevant negotiation ID.

The proposal submission process requires organisations to provide complete technical and financial documentation according to UNDP requirements.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed through a five-stage evaluation process:

Eligibility Review

UNDP will verify whether applicants meet the required eligibility conditions.

Technical Assessment

Technical proposals will be evaluated based on quality, methodology, and implementation approach.

Scoring and Ranking

Eligible proposals will be scored and ranked according to established assessment criteria.

Clarification Process

UNDP may request clarification from the highest-ranked applicant if necessary.

Agreement Signing

The selected organisation will proceed to contract finalisation and agreement signing.

Assessment Criteria

Applications will be assessed based on:

• Quality of the technical proposal.
• Relevance and impact of proposed activities.
• Innovative approaches to inclusion and participation.
• Sustainability of proposed interventions.
• Organisational administrative and financial capacity.
• Participatory monitoring and evaluation approaches.
• Value delivered to beneficiaries.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should:

• Clearly explain how activities will strengthen citizen engagement.
• Demonstrate previous experience in civil society initiatives.
• Provide a realistic implementation plan.
• Include measurable outcomes and indicators.
• Highlight sustainability beyond the project period.
• Ensure the budget aligns with proposed activities.

Conclusion

The UNDP Call for Proposals provides an opportunity for NGOs in Burundi to strengthen civil society participation and promote stronger connections between citizens and institutions. By supporting dialogue, accountability, transparency, and anti-corruption initiatives, the programme aims to create a more engaged and informed society.