Deadline: 23 February 2017
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is seeking Expression of Interest (EoI) from interested Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to support the Afghan government in providing protection and assistance to refugees, returning refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
The overall objective of UNHCR Afghanistan Livelihoods programme is to “strengthen capacities and improve access to livelihood opportunities while fostering social cohesion and (re) integration of returnees, IDPs, and refugees in Afghanistan
Objectives
- To improve community capacities through increasing access to services and productive facilities.
- To reinforce community resilience and social cohesion by promoting beneficiary participation, engagement and representation for self-reliance.
- To promote sustainable income generating activities (and foster a culture of entrepreneurship) encouraging joint-venture businesses through community groups and private sector inclusion.
Funding Information
The budget range for this project is between $550,000 – $600,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- UNHCR welcomes Expressions of Interest from both international and national NGOs registered in Afghanistan for this project, and the the EoI should be in line with these objectives.
- UNHCR is currently looking for a partner, with proven experience in community empowerment in the Central region to implement livelihoods projects based on the community-based approach. The selected partner will have demonstrated expertise and experience in developing comprehensive livelihood strategies for persons affected by forced displacement and will be expected to coordinate closely with other UNHCR partners and other stakeholders.
How to Apply
All applicant NGOs are required to submit the following documents:
- NGO Registration Certificate with the Ministry of Economy
- NGO profile, Organizational Chart and list of current/previous projects, donors and project locations
- Operational manuals (Administration, HR, Finance, Procurement and Fraud Prevention policies)
- Recent Audit Report/ Financial Statement (preferably for the last 3 years) conducted by an independent audit firm
- Organization’s past experience and on-going programs addressing the needs of IDPs and refugee returnees with either UNHCR and other donor agencies
- Organization’s Security Policy and Guidance
Eligible Country: Afghanistan
For more information, please visit UNHCR Call for EOIs.