How To Apply For Egypt Refugee and Vulnerable Migrant Proposals

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Egypt has announced an open call for proposals from local organizations that are actively engaged in refugee support and migration efforts in Egypt.

The aim of this call is to provide direct support to local organizations, enabling them to improve the protection and empowerment of refugees, asylum-seekers, and vulnerable migrants, along with their host communities, in Egypt.

Objective 1: Fostering Socio-Economic Inclusion of Forcibly Displaced Persons

One of the main objectives of the open call is to foster an enabling environment for the socio-economic inclusion of forcibly displaced persons, particularly refugees, asylum-seekers, and vulnerable migrants, along with their host communities. This can be achieved by improving their immediate and/or long-term access to protection, education, and employment opportunities. Projects that focus on providing practical and sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by forcibly displaced persons in Egypt, while also promoting their integration into local communities, will be highly regarded.

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Socio-Economic Inclusion of Forcibly Displaced Persons in Egypt

Objective 2: Empowering Local Organizations in the Field of Migration and Forced Displacement

Another key objective of the open call is to empower local organizations that are working in the field of migration and forced displacement. This can be achieved by strengthening their capacities and enhancing the support they provide to refugees, asylum-seekers, and vulnerable migrants. Projects that focus on capacity-building, organizational development, and enhancing the expertise and skills of local organizations to effectively respond to the needs of forcibly displaced persons in Egypt will be prioritized.

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Empowerment of Local Organizations in Egypt

Funding Information and Eligibility Criteria

Projects can request a budget between EUR 300,000 and 500,000 per year, with a maximum of EUR 1.5 million for the entire multi-year project. The annual spending ceiling is EUR 500,000. Proposals will only be accepted from legal and registered organizations. Joint proposals from multiple local organizations are also welcome.

Funding and Eligibility Information for Refugee Support Projects in Egypt

Preference for Multi-Year Projects

The Embassy of the Netherlands in Egypt prefers multi-year projects with an approximate duration of three years. Projects that are sustainable and have a long-term impact on the protection and empowerment of refugees, asylum-seekers, and vulnerable migrants in Egypt will be given priority.

Preference for Multi-Year Projects in Egypt

Note for Applicants

Applicants who are already receiving Dutch funds within the framework of existing programmes, such as prospects or compass, should clearly state this in their proposal. They should also explain how the proposed project does not overlap with ongoing activities, possibly from other donors, and how it complements existing efforts.

Important Note for Applicants

Assessment Criteria and Rolling Basis

Projects will be assessed based on their quality, innovation, social relevance, efficiency, and impact. Priority will be given to projects that have a long-term impact on the protection and empowerment of refugees, asylum-seekers, and vulnerable migrants in Egypt, and contribute to social development. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, and applicants are encouraged to submit their full applications as soon as possible.

Assessment Criteria and Application Process

Contacting Shortlisted Applicants

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two months from the closing date of the Open Call. Additional supporting documents may be requested from selected applicants upon.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this open call, interested organizations must meet the following criteria:

Legal Registration: Proposals will only be considered from legal, registered organizations. Joint proposals can be submitted by more than one local organization together.
Field of Focus: The proposed project must be related to the field of refugee support and migration in Egypt.
Project Duration: The preference is for multi-year projects with an approximate duration of three years. The start date of projects should be during the second half of 2023.
Budget: Budget requests should be between EUR 300,000 and 500,000 per year, with a maximum of EUR 1.5 million for the entire multi-year project. The ceiling for annual spending is EUR 500,000.
It is important to note that applicants who are already receiving Dutch funds within the framework of existing programs, such as Prospects or Compass, must clarify this in their proposal. They should also explain how the proposed project does not overlap with ongoing activities (possibly also from other donors) and is rather complementary.

Selection Process

Given the wide array of thematic topics falling under the migration and forced displacement sector, selection of projects will be made based on quality, innovation, social relevance, efficiency, and impact. Priority will be given to projects with long-term impact which focus on the protection and empowerment of refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable migrants as means for social development.

Projects will be assessed on a rolling basis and applicants are encouraged to submit their full applications as soon as possible. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within two months from the closing date of the Open Call. Additional supporting documents will be requested from selected applicants upon agreement on the final project design and details.

Conclusion

This open call presents a great opportunity for local organizations in Egypt to secure funding for projects related to refugee support and migration. The Netherlands Embassy seeks to support projects that contribute to the socio-economic inclusion of forcibly displaced persons, especially refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable migrants, together with their host communities. By submitting a high-quality proposal, local organizations can contribute to the protection and empowerment of vulnerable populations in Egypt and help build a better future for all.

Deadline: 6-May-23

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