US announces funding for NGO programs benefiting IDPs, Stateless Persons and Refugees

The US Department of State made a funding opportunity announcement for NGO programs benefiting internally displaced persons, stateless persons and refugees in the South Caucasus and Russia.

The proposed program start dates from July 1 – September 30, 2012, while duration of the activity must be no more than 12 months.

“The NGO activity in Azerbaijan must cover livelihood/income generation support for refugees and IDPs in rural areas, with a focus on youth. It may include small business support and/or vocational training in skills linked to income-generating activities, support of kindergartens or primary education for refugee and IDP children in rural areas”, the US Department of State says.

Proposal submission deadline: Friday, May 25, 2012, 12 p.m. Proposals submitted after this deadline will not be considered. The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) strongly recommends submitting your proposal early to allow time to address any difficulties that may arise. PRM anticipates funding one NGO education or livelihoods project in Azerbaijan. Individual proposals for activities in Azerbaijan may not exceed $200,000 in PRM-requested funding.
The priority will be given to proposals from organizations that can demonstrate:
A working relationship with UNHCR, current UNHCR funding, and/or a letter of support from UNHCR for the proposed activities and/or overall country program; a proven track record in providing proposed assistance both in the sector and specified location; evidence of coordination with international organizations (IOs) and other NGOs working in the same area or sector as well as – where possible – with local authorities.

A concrete implementation plan with well-conceived objectives and indicators that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and reliable, time-bound and trackable (SMART), have established baselines, and include at least one outcome or impact indicator per objective; objectives should be clearly linked to the areas of focus in section (b) above;

· A budget that is appropriate for meeting the objectives and demonstrates co-funding by non-U.S. government sources; appropriate targeting of beneficiaries in coordination with UNHCR and other relevant organizations; cost-sharing efforts and a diverse donor base and/or resources from the submitting organization; and adherence to relevant international standards for humanitarian assistance.


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