Deadline: 25-May-2026
The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund has issued a call for NGOs and CSOs to implement a Community-Based Monitoring and Evaluation (CBM&E) system in the Central African Republic. The programme strengthens peacebuilding accountability, community participation, and transparency, with a maximum funding ceiling of USD 160,000.
Programme Overview
The initiative aims to improve how peacebuilding projects are monitored and evaluated by involving local communities directly in the process.
Key objectives include:
- Strengthening community-based monitoring and evaluation systems
- Improving transparency and accountability in peacebuilding programmes
- Enhancing community feedback mechanisms
- Supporting local participation in governance and decision-making
- Promoting gender equality and youth inclusion
- Strengthening results-based management systems
- Reinforcing social cohesion and reintegration in conflict-affected areas
The programme builds on previous pilot CBM&E projects implemented in 2023 in Bambari, Bria, Bangassou, and Bouar.
Background and Context
The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund is the UN’s primary financial instrument supporting peace efforts in countries affected by or at risk of violent conflict.
In the Central African Republic, it has previously supported:
- Disarmament and reintegration programmes
- Electoral support initiatives
- The Bangui National Forum
- National recovery and peace agreement implementation
The CBM&E system is designed to improve how communities engage with and evaluate these interventions.
Key Focus Areas
Community-Based Monitoring and Evaluation
- Community participation in tracking peacebuilding projects
- Feedback collection from beneficiaries
- Local oversight of programme implementation
Transparency and Accountability
- Strengthening mutual accountability among stakeholders
- Improving reporting systems
- Enhancing results-based management practices
Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion
- Reintegration of ex-combatants
- Strengthening trust between returnees and host communities
- Conflict-sensitive community engagement
Inclusion and Participation
- Youth engagement in peace processes
- Gender equality integration
- Inclusive decision-making mechanisms
Eligible Activities
Selected organizations will implement:
- Community feedback and monitoring systems
- Data collection and reporting frameworks
- Capacity building for local stakeholders
- Field-level peacebuilding monitoring activities
- Stakeholder coordination mechanisms
- Documentation of lessons learned and best practices
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a legally registered NGO or CSO
- Have at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Demonstrate expertise in:
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Results-based management
- Community-based approaches
- Peacebuilding programmes
Financial Requirements:
- Average annual budget of at least USD 130,000 (2024–2025)
- At least two contracts (2022–2025), each valued at minimum USD 120,000
Funding Details
- Maximum budget: USD 160,000
- Any proposal exceeding the ceiling will be disqualified
- Submission must be done via the UN Quantum system
Implementation Requirements
Applicants must ensure:
- Accurate legal and registration documentation
- Strong alignment between proposal and institutional capacity
- Clear M&E frameworks and reporting systems
- Community engagement strategy
Selection Priorities
Strong proposals typically demonstrate:
- Proven peacebuilding experience in conflict zones
- Strong monitoring and evaluation systems
- Deep community engagement capacity
- Inclusion of women and youth
- Strong reporting and accountability mechanisms
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Register and submit through the Quantum system
- Prepare a detailed technical proposal
- Provide financial proposal within USD 160,000 limit
- Demonstrate past experience in peacebuilding and M&E
- Include legal and financial documentation
- Ensure consistency across all submitted documents
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Exceeding the USD 160,000 budget ceiling
- Weak evidence of past project implementation
- Missing required financial thresholds
- Incomplete legal documentation
- Lack of M&E and results-based management expertise
- Inconsistent organizational information in submission systems
FAQ
Who is funding the programme?
The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund.
What is the total funding available?
Up to USD 160,000.
Who can apply?
Legally registered NGOs or CSOs with at least 3 years of experience.
Where is the programme implemented?
Central African Republic.
What is the main goal?
To strengthen community-based monitoring and improve accountability in peacebuilding programmes.
Conclusion
The United Nations Peacebuilding Fund CBM&E initiative in the Central African Republic aims to make peacebuilding more transparent, inclusive, and community-driven. By strengthening monitoring systems and local participation, the programme supports more accountable and sustainable peacebuilding outcomes in conflict-affected communities.
For more information, visit UNDP.
