Deadline: 05-Jul-2026
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting qualified humanitarian organizations in Haiti to submit proposals for projects that strengthen economic resilience, improve livelihoods, and enhance nutrition among vulnerable populations in Chambellan and Moron, located in Haiti’s Grand’Anse Department. The initiative combines cash assistance, livelihood development, community asset rehabilitation, climate resilience, nutrition interventions, and capacity-building activities to help communities become more self-reliant and resilient.
The programme is implemented under WFP’s Country Strategic Plan and focuses on supporting food-insecure households, smallholder farmers, women, adolescent girls, and vulnerable communities through integrated resilience-building approaches.
What is the WFP Haiti Resilience Initiative?
The World Food Programme has been working in Haiti since 1969 to address food insecurity and improve living conditions for vulnerable populations. Through this call for expressions of interest, WFP is seeking experienced humanitarian organizations to support resilience-building activities in the communes of Chambellan and Moron in the Grand’Anse Department.
The initiative forms part of Strategic Outcome 3 of WFP’s Country Strategic Plan, which aims to strengthen the resilience of food-insecure households and smallholder farmers by improving livelihoods and reducing vulnerability to economic, environmental, and seasonal shocks.
Funding Focus Areas
The programme supports projects that contribute to one or more of the following areas:
- Training and capacity building
- Livelihood strengthening
- Food Assistance for Assets (FFA)
- Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA)
- Natural resource management
- Environmental protection
- Climate adaptation and resilience
- Community asset rehabilitation
- Certified technical training
- Socio-emotional capacity development
- Conditional cash transfers
- Nutrition interventions
- Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
- Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA)
- Community resilience building
Programme Objectives
The initiative aims to:
- Strengthen economic resilience among vulnerable households
- Improve food security and nutrition outcomes
- Support sustainable livelihood opportunities
- Enhance climate resilience and environmental sustainability
- Improve natural resource management
- Increase access to productive community assets
- Build technical and socio-emotional capacities
- Promote healthy nutrition and hygiene practices
- Support women, mothers, and adolescent girls through targeted interventions
Geographic Focus
Projects will be implemented in:
- Chambellan Commune
- Moron Commune
Both locations are situated within Haiti’s Grand’Anse Department, one of the country’s most vulnerable regions in terms of food insecurity, environmental degradation, and economic challenges.
Key Project Components
Community Asset Rehabilitation
Projects will support the creation, restoration, and rehabilitation of natural and physical community assets.
Examples include:
- Soil conservation structures
- Water management systems
- Irrigation infrastructure
- Community access roads
- Environmental restoration projects
- Agricultural productivity assets
Cash Assistance and Conditional Transfers
The programme will provide direct cash assistance to vulnerable households through:
- Conditional cash transfers
- Cash-for-assets activities
- Community rehabilitation programmes
- Livelihood support initiatives
Cash assistance will help households meet immediate needs while participating in activities that generate long-term community benefits.
Technical Skills Development
Organizations will deliver certified technical training programmes designed to:
- Improve employability
- Build vocational skills
- Support income generation
- Enhance agricultural productivity
- Strengthen local economic opportunities
Socio-Emotional Capacity Building
The programme recognizes the importance of emotional resilience and social wellbeing.
Activities may include:
- Personal development training
- Confidence-building exercises
- Leadership development
- Community support mechanisms
- Resilience and coping skills training
Nutrition and Health Interventions
Nutrition is a core component of the initiative.
Activities may include:
- Nutrition education sessions
- Nutrition screening activities
- Maternal nutrition support
- Child nutrition awareness
- Dietary diversity promotion
- Community nutrition campaigns
Special attention will be given to mothers, caregivers, and adolescent girls.
Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
The programme supports community-based communication initiatives designed to promote positive behaviors related to:
- Nutrition
- Hygiene
- Gender equality
- Childcare practices
- Health and wellbeing
- Community resilience
Activities may include:
- Community awareness campaigns
- Mothers’ clubs
- Parent groups
- Educational sessions
- Public outreach initiatives
PICSA Training
Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) training will be provided to help communities better understand climate risks and make informed agricultural decisions.
The training will focus on:
- Climate information interpretation
- Agricultural planning
- Risk management
- Climate adaptation strategies
- Sustainable farming practices
Priority beneficiaries include:
- Adolescent girls
- Mothers
- Smallholder farmers
- Vulnerable households
Expected Results
The programme seeks to achieve the following outcomes:
Environmental Outcomes
- Improved soil conservation
- Better water management
- Enhanced natural resource protection
- Increased environmental sustainability
- Improved land management practices
Economic Outcomes
- Stronger household livelihoods
- Increased resilience to economic shocks
- Better access to markets
- Improved income-generation opportunities
- Enhanced community productivity
Community Outcomes
- Rehabilitation of critical community assets
- Improved access to essential services
- Increased irrigation capacity
- Greater community participation
- Stronger local resilience systems
Nutrition and Social Outcomes
- Improved nutrition knowledge
- Better hygiene practices
- Increased awareness of gender issues
- Enhanced maternal and child wellbeing
- Stronger community support networks
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include:
- Humanitarian organizations
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Civil society organizations
- Community-based organizations
- Non-profit entities
- Development organizations with relevant technical expertise
Organizations should demonstrate experience in:
- Livelihood programming
- Food security
- Nutrition interventions
- Climate resilience
- Community development
- Cash assistance programming
- Capacity building and training
Why This Opportunity Matters
Many communities in Grand’Anse face recurring challenges such as:
- Food insecurity
- Climate-related shocks
- Environmental degradation
- Poverty
- Limited livelihood opportunities
- Poor access to services
This initiative addresses these challenges through an integrated approach that combines humanitarian assistance with long-term resilience building, helping communities become more self-reliant and better prepared for future shocks.
How to Apply
Step 1: Review Programme Requirements
Carefully assess the programme objectives, focus areas, and eligibility criteria.
Step 2: Develop a Technical Proposal
Prepare a proposal that clearly explains:
- Planned activities
- Target beneficiaries
- Expected outcomes
- Implementation approach
- Organizational capacity
Step 3: Demonstrate Relevant Experience
Provide evidence of previous work related to:
- Livelihood development
- Nutrition programming
- Community resilience
- Climate adaptation
- Cash assistance programmes
Step 4: Submit Before the Deadline
Organizations are strongly encouraged to submit proposals at least 48 hours before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
Important Deadline Information
Applicants should note that the official deadline is based on Rome (CET) time.
Due to the time difference between Rome and Haiti:
- The effective local deadline is 11:59 PM (EST) on the day before the published closing date.
- Late submissions may not be accepted.
- Early submission is strongly recommended.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting proposals after the local deadline
- Failing to demonstrate technical expertise
- Weak monitoring and evaluation plans
- Limited focus on sustainability
- Insufficient beneficiary targeting
- Lack of measurable outcomes
- Incomplete documentation
- Poor integration of nutrition and resilience activities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is funding this initiative?
The programme is funded and managed by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).
Where will activities be implemented?
Projects will be implemented in Chambellan and Moron in Haiti’s Grand’Anse Department.
What types of organizations can apply?
Qualified humanitarian and non-profit organizations with relevant technical expertise may apply.
Does the programme include direct cash assistance?
Yes. Conditional cash transfers and cash-for-assets activities are important components of the initiative.
Who are the primary beneficiaries?
Beneficiaries include vulnerable households, food-insecure populations, smallholder farmers, mothers, adolescent girls, and crisis-affected communities.
What is PICSA training?
Participatory Integrated Climate Services for Agriculture (PICSA) helps farmers and communities use climate information to make better agricultural decisions.
Why should proposals be submitted early?
WFP recommends submitting applications at least 48 hours before the deadline to avoid technical or administrative issues.
Conclusion
The WFP Haiti Resilience and Nutrition Initiative offers a significant opportunity for humanitarian organizations to support vulnerable communities in Chambellan and Moron through integrated livelihood, nutrition, climate resilience, and community development interventions. By combining cash assistance, asset rehabilitation, technical training, nutrition programming, and capacity development, the programme aims to create lasting improvements in resilience, food security, and community wellbeing across Grand’Anse.
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