British High Commission in Mauritius launches COVID-19 fund: call for bids
The British High Commission in Port Louis is inviting proposals from organisations in Mauritius and Rodrigues to bid for projects addressing COVID-19 impact.
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We invite proposals from civil society, commercial organisations, academic institutions and government entities, operating in either Mauritius or Rodrigues. Proposals should provide a clear link to COVID-19 and focus on the following priority areas:
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economic recovery and response, including around climate, health and business
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support to vulnerable groups within Mauritius and Rodrigues
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impact on green and sustainable policies and/or activities
Proposals should be of no more than Rs 450,000 with an end date of no later than March 2021. Please submit concept notes by 3 July 2020 at bhcportlouis@gmail.com.
Applicants are invited to submit proposals of no more than three pages which provide the following information:
- title of the project
- objectives
- an explanation of how the proposal is linked to COVID-19 and how it fits within the priority areas mentioned above
- description of the activity and beneficiaries
- timetable for implementation
- outcomes
- estimated budget including breakdown of costs
- description of how the project will be monitored and any associated risks
- measurable indicators of success
- an explanation of how the project outcomes will continue to have impact beyond the lifetime of the project
Short-listed applicants will have to sign an Accountable Grant Agreement with the High Commission and commit to reporting requirements agreed between both parties. Projects should not generate a profit for the implementers.
Successful implementers must be willing to engage with the High Commission on identifying media and digital outreach opportunities to publicise the projects.