UNDP Call for Proposals 2026: Funding Opportunity for CSOs and NGOs to End Violence Against Women and Girls in Africa

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ethiopia has announced a Call for Proposals for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and NGOs under the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0 to End Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG).

This opportunity invites eligible civil society organizations to submit proposals to contribute to efforts aimed at ending violence against women and girls across Africa. The initiative provides an opportunity for organizations working on gender equality, women’s rights, prevention of gender-based violence, advocacy, community engagement, and related areas to participate in a major regional programme.

Applications must be submitted through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal by 29 July 2026 at 4:00 AM New York time.

About the UNDP Call for Proposals

The call is managed by UNDP Ethiopia and relates to the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0 to End Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG).

The programme seeks to support efforts to address violence against women and girls through collaboration with civil society organizations and other partners.

Opportunity at a Glance

Organization: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Office: UNDP Ethiopia

Programme: Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0

Focus: Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG)

Contract Type: Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)

Duty Station: Home-based

Programme Duration: August 2026 – December 2028

Expected Start Date: Upon signing of the agreement

Application Deadline: 29 July 2026 at 4:00 AM New York time

Reference Number: UNDP-ETH-00754

Contact: info.procurementet@undp.org

Who Can Apply?

The call is specifically targeted at Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).

Organizations interested in applying should carefully review the official solicitation and negotiation documents available through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal to determine the full eligibility, technical, administrative, and documentation requirements.

Applicants should ensure that the organization name entered during supplier registration is the full legal name corresponding with the organization’s legal and bank account records.

About the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme 2.0

The services under this call relate to the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0 to End Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG).

The programme focuses on efforts to address violence against women and girls in Africa and strengthen action toward gender equality and women’s rights.

Civil society organizations have an important role in this work, including through community engagement, advocacy, prevention, service delivery, accountability, and advancing the rights and agency of women and girls.

Applicants should consult the official tender documents for the precise scope of work, expected results, deliverables, eligibility criteria, and proposal requirements.

Contract Duration and Location

The assignment is expected to run from August 2026 through December 2028, with the agreement commencing upon signing.

The duty station is listed as home-based, making this a particularly relevant opportunity for qualifying organizations capable of contributing to the programme’s regional objectives without being based at a UNDP office.

How to Apply for the UNDP CSO Call for Proposals

Applications must be submitted electronically through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal.

Interested organizations should:

1. Register on the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal if they do not already have a supplier profile.
2. If already registered, log in using the existing supplier account. Do not create another profile.
3. Search for the negotiation using reference number UNDP-ETH-00754.
4. Subscribe to the tender to receive notifications about amendments or updates.
5. Create a draft response in the system to indicate your intention to submit a proposal. This enables UNDP to send relevant notifications if the tender requirements are amended.
6. Review all negotiation and solicitation documents carefully before preparing the application.
7. Submit the complete offer directly through the Quantum Supplier Portal before the deadline.

Organizations that have previously registered but cannot remember their login details should use the forgotten password/username functionality rather than creating a new account.

Questions or requests for clarification should be submitted using the messaging functionality available within the procurement system, in accordance with the solicitation instructions.

Important Information for Applicants

When registering in the supplier portal, applicants should enter the organization’s full legal name exactly as it appears in its legal and bank account documentation.

Organizations should also subscribe to the tender after locating it in Quantum. This is important because UNDP may issue amendments, clarifications, or updates before the submission deadline.

Interested CSOs are strongly encouraged to begin the registration and application process early to allow sufficient time to review the solicitation documents and resolve any supplier portal issues.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submissions is:

29 July 2026 at 4:00 AM (New York time).

Applications must be submitted directly through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal in accordance with the requirements of the solicitation.

Given the deadline, prospective applicants should review the opportunity and begin preparing their submissions as soon as possible.

Official Application and Further Information

Tender Reference: UNDP-ETH-00754

Application Portal: UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal

UNDP Resources for Bidders: Applicants can consult UNDP’s procurement resources for guidance on supplier registration, using the Quantum system, and submitting bids.

Procurement Office: UNDP Ethiopia Procurement Unit

Contact Email: info.procurementet@undp.org

Applicants should rely on the official UNDP procurement notice and solicitation documents for the definitive eligibility criteria, requirements, deadlines, and application instructions.

 

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