Embassy of Finland, Addis Ababa: Fund for Local Cooperation 2021-2022
Deadline: 31-May-21
The Embassy of Finland in Addis Ababa is seeking proposals for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) 2021-2022 to support local civil society organizations. The FLC complements bilateral development cooperation projects of Finland in Ethiopia.
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The FLC projects should be implemented with a human rights-based approach. The rights of women and girls, children, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups of the community should be taken into account in all activities. Moreover, to the extent, possible activities should be geared towards climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Goals
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The FLC is expected to contribute towards the four goals of Finland’s development policy:
The rights and status of women and girls have strengthened.
Developing countries’ own economies have generated jobs, livelihood opportunities, and well-being.
Societies have become more democratic and better-functioning.
Food security and access to water and energy have improved, and natural resources are used sustainably.
Thematic Areas
The following thematic areas have been selected for the 2021-2022 call for proposals:
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Empowerment of women, girls, and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
Human Rights, Democracy & Gender Equality.
Conflict Resolution, Peace & Security.
Funding & Duration
Approximately 10 projects will be financed in 2021-2022 with a total budget available for all the new projects of approximately €250,000 (Euros Two Hundred Fifty Thousand only).
Projects are funded for the duration of one to two years.
Eligibility Criteria
Local Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) which have been registered with the Agency for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO) are eligible to apply.
Selection Criteria
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Project selection will be based on the following selection criteria:
Alignment with Finland’s development policy and the FLC 2021-2022 thematic areas.
Project outputs are clearly defined, with indicators, baseline data, and risk management.
Project activities are relevant, realistic, and contribute to the desired outputs.
The project budget is in line with the activities.
Experience and management capabilities of the applicant.
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