Deadline: 26-Jan-2026
The Salouma Project, led by the World Food Programme (WFP), invites service providers to deliver financial literacy and business advisory services to SMEs in food processing, micro-agriculture, and local economic initiatives across Senegal. The project aims to strengthen SME financial capacity, operational efficiency, and market access, with a focus on youth-led enterprises and sustainable local economic development.
Objective
The project seeks to:
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Improve SME financial literacy and managerial capabilities
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Support SMEs in accessing finance through banks, microfinance institutions, and grant programs
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Enhance SME operational efficiency, market analysis, and business planning
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Promote sustainable local economic development in multiple regions of Senegal
Target Regions
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Kédougou
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Kolda
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Saint-Louis
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Ziguinchor
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Fatick
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Tambacounda
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Matam
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Thiès
Scope of Services
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Financial Literacy Training
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Initial assessment of SME financial knowledge
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Group training modules on:
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Accounting basics
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Cash management
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Cost calculation and pricing
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Budgeting and financial planning
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Loans, interest rates, and financial products
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Training materials tailored to SME knowledge levels
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Business Advisory Services
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Individual diagnostics of operational, financial, and commercial performance
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Support in business planning, production efficiency, quality control, and regulatory compliance
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Development and revision of business plans, marketing strategies, and operational improvement plans
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Guidance on preparing financial statements, cash flow forecasts, and investment proposals
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Facilitation of connections with financial institutions, youth entrepreneurship funds, and private investors
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Monitoring and Support
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Quarterly follow-up meetings and ongoing problem-solving guidance
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Periodic reporting on SME progress, challenges, and recommendations
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Deliverables
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Project proposal with methodology, work plan, and team composition
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Financial literacy training programs and supporting materials
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Business diagnostic reports for each SME
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Revised business plans and financial models
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Monthly and quarterly progress reports
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Final report summarizing project impact, lessons learned, and recommendations
Conclusion
The Salouma Project provides a comprehensive opportunity for service providers to strengthen the financial management and operational capacity of youth-led SMEs in Senegal. By delivering tailored financial literacy training and targeted business advisory services, the project aims to enhance SME access to finance, improve operational performance, and promote sustainable local economic development. Service providers will play a critical role in empowering entrepreneurs, increasing market competitiveness, and supporting resilient and inclusive growth across Senegalese communities.
For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.