Deadline: 1 July 2017
The Norwegian Embassy in Belgrade has announced a call for proposals for its program entitled “Strengthening EU integration in Serbia and Montenegro”.
The over-all goal of Norway’s assistance to the Western Balkans is to contribute to development of rule of law and stability through initiatives that promote:
- Stability
- Closer regional cooperation
- Implementation of transitional justice in the region
- Reconciliation
- Socio-economic development at country level and in the region
- Increased economic growth and competitiveness
- Increased capacity in the field of environment/climate/energy
- Increased social and economic inclusion of marginalised groups
- Good governance
- The rule of law strengthened through capacity-building of courts, prosecuting authorities, independent control bodies and the police
- A more democratic and effective defence sector
- Strong, vibrant and independent civil society and media
- Minorities and marginal groups ensured rights in accordance with international agreements, both formally and in practice
- The fight against organised crime and corruption established as a top priority for the authorities.
This call aims to provide project-based support within the three priority areas of Norwegian development assistance to Ministries, local governments and public institutions participating in promoting and enhancing EU integration of Serbia and Montenegro. The proposed action must contribute to Serbian and Montenegrin EU integration process in one or more of the following chapters:
- Chapter 5: Public procurement
- Chapter 8: Competition policy
- Chapter 23: Judiciary and fundamental rights
- Chapter 24: Justice, freedom and security
- Chapter 27: Environment (for Montenegro only)
- Chapter 32: Financial control
- Chapter 35: Other issues – Normalisation of relations between Serbia and Kosovo (for Serbia only)
Funding Information
- Grant requested should be above 100 000 EUR.
- The project implementation period is up to 24 months from the time of approval of application.
- The proposed activities must take place in Serbia and/or Montenegro.
Eligibility Criteria
- Ministries, local governments, public institutions in Serbia and Montenegro and international organisations.
- Civil Society Organization (CSO) cannot be applicants in this grant scheme, but they can participate in the project as partners. A separate Call for proposals will be made for CSOs at a later stage.
- Commercial organizations are not eligible for support, but they can participate in the project costs if their services are procured.
How to Apply
Applications should be sent via email at the address given on the website.
Eligible Countries: Serbia and Montenegro
For more information, please visit Norwegian Embassy in Belgrade.