The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is inviting applications from qualified organisations for the 7th Operational Phase (OP7) in Malawi. In this operational phase (OP7), non-profit organisations will provide support with innovative solutions to environmental problems faced by communities within the following GEF focal areas: Biodiversity, Land Degradation, Climate Change and Chemicals. Along with the focal areas mentioned above, the following multifocal “strategic initiatives” should be kept in mind while formulating concept notes.

Strategic Initiative Priorities

• Community-based conservation of threatened ecosystems and species
• Low-carbon energy access co-benefits
• Catalysing sustainable urban solutions

Grant Amount

The maximum amount available per project is US$50,000.

Eligibility Criteria

Applying organisation must:

• Be a registered non-governmental organisation (NGO), community-based organisation (CBO), or civil society organisation (CSO) registered in Malawi.
• Only projects targeting Mzimba/Rumphi/Nkhatabay will be considered
• For the strategic initiative on catalysing sustainable urban solutions, organisations in all the major cities (Blantyre, Zomba, Lilongwe and Mzuzu) are eligible to apply
• Have at least three years of relevant experience and proven records of working with communities in environmental and agricultural-related activities
• Demonstrate strong community involvement in the planned or proposed project.

Project Duration

The maximum duration is 24 months.

DEADLINE: 12th September 2022, Monday 5.00 pm

For more information and submission of concept notes, please refer to the details below;

Email: mphandak@unops.org

More information is below:

GEF SGP project concept paper template

OP7 Guidance Notes

Country Programme Strategy OP7 2022