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Call for proposals for strengthening civil society engagement for inclusive somalia
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Tender description
call for proposals for low-value grants
soomaaliya loo dhanyahay (inclusive somalia)
strengthening civil society engagement for inclusive Somalia
supported by:state-building and reconciliation support program (SRSP)
United Nations Development programe (UNDP)
1. Project title: state-building and reconciliation support program (srsp)
Somalia is undergoing a critical phase of state-building underpinned by complex and interwoven processes of reconciliation, stabilization, federalization, constitutional development, and collaborative governance requiring negotiated settlement on the allocation of power and distribution of resources coupled with the urgency of preventive and mitigatory measures for recurrent conflicts at political and communal levels.
Responding to these contextual needs/dynamics and building on the key achievements, lessons learned, and institutional partnerships secured through the recently concluded reconciliation and federalism support (refs) program, a multiyear successor project has been launched under the title of soomaaliya loo dhanyahay (inclusive somalia) aimed at deepening the organic processes of state-building with focus on (a) federal framework, (b) political and social reconciliation and (c) collaborative governance in newly recovered areas.
The state-building and reconciliation support program (srsp) is primarily an intergovernmental support project engaging the federal government of somalia (fgs) and federal members states (fms) line ministries, departments, and institutions and forging strong interlinkages with civil society, women, youth, minority groups, and conflict-prone communities by pursuing the principles of adaptive and iterative state-building, peace-building and collaborative governance in newly recovered areas. The program will do so by supporting institutional development and strengthening policy, planning, and programmatic linkages in a strategic and catalytic manner, complementary to other ongoing or planned efforts, shaping the structure and scope of core government functions and context-sensitive service delivery model(s) in a dynamic environment.
Under the overall guidance of the inclusive politics portfolio, the program will be implemented jointly with the un mission in somalia (unsom) under the leadership of the osrsg to leverage its good offices role and convening power to mediate political agreements and build on the national consultative council (ncc) insights/agreements and governments strategic directions on state-building, reconciliation and collaborative governance with a focus on newly recovered areas.
The project has been designed to deepen the strategic, technical, and institutional support to the fgs, fmses, and civil society actors with the following four integrated thematic outputs:
output 1: improved policy, planning and programmatic linkages for the effective implementation of national reconciliation and collaborative governance at fgs, fms and district levels.
Output 2: processes of consensus building on federal framework and mechanim(s) for intergovernmental relations between and within fgs and fmses are strengthened and the capacity of civil society for policy advocacy and public accountability is enhanced.
Output 3: operationalization of allocation of power is supported and institutional capacity enhanced on functional unbundling and development of sector-specific governance frameworks at fgs, fms and district levels.
Output 4: operationalization/outreach of an inclusive legal identification eco-system sensitive to the social contract is enhanced and national/regional counterparts are operationally equipped to deliver their institutional mandates effectively and efficiently.
Rationale: strengthening civil society engagement for inclusive somalia.
the call for civil society engagement aligns with srsp output 2, which seeks to strengthen consensus-building processes on federal frameworks and mechanism(s) for intergovernmental relations between and within fgs and fmses and enhance the capacity of civil society for policy advocacy and public accountability. This aligns with sjf donor requirements, mandating 15 percent of total project resources for reinforcing civil societya commitment underscoring its pivotal role in the success of the srsp success. Strengthening civil societys involvement in the srsp program is well-justified, promoting inclusivity, accountability, and stability in somalia. Actively involving civil society organizations (csos), especially those representing marginalized groups, can augment the effectiveness of state-building, reconciliation, and stabilization efforts, contributing to the nations development and resilience.
The rationale for strengthening civil society engagement in the state-building and reconciliation support program is deeply rooted in somalias state-building efforts, acknowledging the pivotal role of civil society in achieving inclusive and sustainable outcomes. The proposal aligns with past successes, emphasizing inclusivity and strategically positioning civic engagement as a catalyst for effective reconciliation, stabilization, and state-building processes.
This rationale gains additional significance within the complex tapestry of somalias state-building processes, encompassing reconciliation, stabilization, federalization, and constitutional development. Somalia is at a critical juncture, demanding a nuanced approach involving negotiated settlements on power allocation, resource distribution, and conflict resolution. To address these challenges, it is imperative to engage key stakeholders, including the federal government of somalia (fgs),
federal member states (fmses), civil society, women, youth, minority groups, and think tanks, and to mobilize local social capital. This multifaceted engagement aims to foster trust, consensus-building, and the formulation of an inclusive social contracta foundational step in the nations trajectory toward stability.
The call allows for reconsidering ongoing stabilization efforts as an entry point for inclusive reconciliation at the local level, paving the way for building a state from the ground up.. The focus is on leveraging stabilization initiatives as entry points, addressing local conflicts, and developing collaborative community governance models in recently recovered areas. By showcasing these areas as microcosms of the state, the aim is to bridge the gap between top-down and bottom-up state-building processes, facilitating convergence between key stakeholders such as the fgs, fmses, district authorities, communities, and civil society actors. This convergence is anticipated to catalyze enduring recovery, long-lasting resilience, and structural stability.
The intention is to actively engage the citizenry through civic participation and public outreach campaigns, fostering civic knowledge and enhancing public participation in somalias intricate reconciliation, stabilization, and state-building processes. Consequently, the united nations development programme (undp) solicits proposals from civil society organizations (csos), particularly focusing on youth and women organizations and those representing persons with disabilities. The goal is to implement impactful programs that advance civic engagement and public outreach, with a geographic focus on hirshabelle, puntland, galmudug, southwest, jubaland, and the banadir region.
The srsp acknowledges the multifaceted nature of reconciliation and stabilization efforts, with a robust emphasis on civil society engagement. Various initiatives support civil society actors capacity to actively participate in reconciliation and stabilization processes actively, aligning seamlessly with output 2 of the srsp project document. This output focuses on enhancing consensus-building processes on the federal framework and strengthening the capacity of civil society for effective policy advocacy and public accountability. The call for civil society organization (cso) engagement is a strategic imperative and a vital step toward ensuring a more comprehensive, participatory, and successful approach to somalias ongoing state-building journey.
Eligibility and qualification criteria:
low-value grants (lvgs) would be awarded to civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations, including academic, research, training, advocacy, educational institutions, and community-based and art/culture/heritage-related organizations.
All applying (local) organizations must be registered in somalia under the applicable law and have a physical presence in the regions they are proposing to work or effectively demonstrate how they will be present through partnerships, networks, and consortia.
Eligible organizations can apply as;
organizations independently;
or as a consortium of organizations. The consortium must clearly state the lead agency and the other participating organizations.
Local civil society organizations/ngos/think tanks who can fulfill the required criteria as per the below selection criteria.
How to apply
1. Submission format:
the proposal prepared by the offeror and all related correspondence shall be in english.
The proposal shall conform to the format provided in annex 2.
The proposal shall attach all required legal evidence, including evidence of legal registration or registration initiation documents and authorization to operate in the targeted federal member state.
Cvs of the project head and key staff shall be submitted.
Only one proposal can be submitted per organization/network.
Proposals should be submitted in the following email:
undp procurement
email: procurement. So@undp. Org
1. Submission deadlines:
the deadline for submission of the proposal is 31st October 2023.
1. Selection process
evaluation/selection committee:
the proposals will be selected on a competitive basis. All proposals will be reviewed and endorsed by a 3-member selection committee composed of the moifar, unsom, and undp.
1. Final decision:
the selection committee will submit its minutes, recommendations, and a full set of qualified proposals to the project board for approval.
Email: procurement. So@undp. Org
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