Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Inclusive Somalia Tender, Somalia - 91009202

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Country : Somalia

Summary : Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Inclusive Somalia

Deadline : 31 Oct 2023

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TOT Ref.No.: 91009202

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Financier : United Nations Secretariat

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Request for proposals are invited for Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Inclusive Somalia

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network. UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction

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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 Government-s 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 society—a commitment underscoring its pivotal role in the success of the SRSP success. Strengthening civil society's 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 nation's development and resilience.

The rationale for strengthening civil society engagement in the State-building and Reconciliation Support Program is deeply rooted in Somalia's 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 Somalia's 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 contract—a foundational step in the nation's 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 Somalia's 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 Somalia's ongoing state-building journey.

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