Deadline: 27-Mar-21
The UNOPS Peace and Security Cluster invite interested and eligible applicants to apply for a Call for Proposals (“CFP”) for the grant project: Humanitarian Mine Action in Support of MAPA Operational Work Plan, Kunduz, Afghanistan.
The United Nations Mine Action Service programme in Afghanistan (UNMAS Afghanistan) supports the Mine Action Programme of Afghanistan (MAPA) and DMAC to protect the civilian population from the threat of explosive ordnance and contributes to peacemaking and the protection of civilians in hard-to-reach areas through political and humanitarian dialogue.
Impact
- UNMAS Afghanistan has a vision that Afghan communities benefit from humanitarian and development initiatives unimpeded by explosive ordnance. To realize this vision, clearance and related activities are required in the project locations identified.
Outcome(s)
UNMAS Afghanistan seeks progress towards the following four program-level outcomes in Afghanistan, measured by the corresponding indicators:
- The DMAC manages a prioritized, principled, gender-responsive, and efficient mine action programme.
- Armed non-state actors (ANSA) do not impede the delivery of humanitarian mine action.
- People at risk across Afghanistan recognize how to mitigate the risk of explosive ordnance.
Project Timelines
- The proposed start date for the grant will be 01 May 2021, and it must be concluded by 28 February 2022.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grant applications shall only be accepted from National and International not-for-profit Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) that are registered to operate in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. No governmental agencies, departments, or ministries are eligible.
- Organizations must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience, in implementing successful land release in Afghanistan;
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in Senior Management for newly established NGOs/start-ups.
For more information, visit https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/123725