USAID/Ethiopia Civic Engagement Activity

Background
The USAID/Ethiopia Civic Engagement Activity aims to strengthen civic and community-based actors’ capacity to engage in policy analysis, advocacy, dialogue, and collective action for peaceful, democratic change. It also seeks to foster multi-stakeholder civic partnerships in support of inclusive dialogue, respect for human rights, and advancing more effective, citizen-responsive, and accountable governance.

Grant Details
The solicitation indicates that the Activity will engage with civic actors in Addis Ababa and two alternative 'urban anchors' and provides a shortlist of candidates for urban anchor locations. Applicants are expected to propose two urban anchors from the shortlisted cities or may propose other cities with concrete justification.

The feasibility of the proposed management and cost efficiency to reach sizable strategic areas and contributions towards the anticipated results will be considered when determining the final list of geographic areas. The NOFO also includes details on application and submission information, technical application format, management and staffing approach, required certifications and assurances, preliminary MEL plan proposal, history of performance requirements, branding strategy and marking plan requirements, quality of management and staffing approach evaluation criteria, local compensation plan details, and changes in special award requirements relating to telecommunication and video surveillance services or equipment.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility for this award is not restricted. The NOFO states that USAID values and promotes inclusion of diverse stakeholders in programming.

Period of Performance
The first six months following award will be an inception period. The inception period is a six-month period.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant is not specified in the provided text.

Place of Performance
The specific geographic location(s) where the grant will be performed include Addis Ababa and two alternative 'urban anchors'.