Expression of Interests for ELEVATE Project
Reference Number: CEI_SOMGC-0005-2024
Issuing Agency: International Organization for Migration (IOM) Somalia
Posted: 10 October 2024
Application Deadline: 24 October 2024, 11:59 PM (EAT)
Locations: Baidoa and Kismayo
Project Duration: 1 December 2024 – 31 August 2027
Overview:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Somalia invites qualified organizations to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the implementation of activities in Baidoa and Kismayo as part of the “Empowering Livelihoods and Economic Vitality in Fragile and Conflict Zones (ELEVATE) Africa” project. This initiative aims to strengthen community resilience against violent extremism by promoting economic and social inclusion for vulnerable populations.
Key Activities:
- Establishment and operation of safe spaces for vulnerable individuals.
- Beneficiary selection and provision of gender- and conflict-sensitive individualized livelihood assistance.
- Case management and targeted protection assistance for selected beneficiaries.
- Community-driven infrastructure rehabilitation.
- Social cohesion activities (e.g., poetry, traditional dance, sports) and community dialogue sessions.
- Monitoring and reporting of progress.
Who Can Apply:
Organizations with experience in implementing similar projects, access to beneficiaries in Baidoa or Kismayo, and compliance with humanitarian principles and relevant policies (e.g., Accountability to Affected Populations, counterterrorism policies).
Application Guidelines:
- Submit applications via email to ceisomgrants@iom.int by 24 October 2024, 11:59 PM (EAT).
- Required documents include proof of legal registration, a detailed concept note, CVs of key personnel, and other supporting documentation as specified in the CEI document.
- Applications must be submitted in PDF or ZIP format, with a total file size of no more than 20 MB.
Further Information:
For clarification or more details, applicants can send inquiries to ceisomgrants@iom.int by 20 October 2024. The notification of results will be provided by 29 October 2024