EU FUNDING PROGRAMMES IN THE FIELD OF DEVELOPMENT AID

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1 EU FUNDING PROGRAMMES IN THE FIELD OF DEVELOPMENT AID EU FORDERUNG FUR MIGRANTEN ORGANISATIONEN UND TRAGER DER PARTICIPATIONS UND INTEGRATIONS ARBEIT IN BERLIN MOVE GLOBAL 25 October 2014, Berlin

2 About Charhon Consultants Created in 2012 More than a decade of experience servicing European Civil society organizations (CSO s) in the field of EU Public Affairs, human rights, migration, integration and development Clients : Civil society organizations (CSOs), Public Affairs consultancies, EU ect. Partnership with Africa Foundation ev, ILGA Europe, Eunomad

3 1. Challenges facing Developing Countries ahead of the 2015 MDGs 2. EU Policy engagement on development aid 3. EU aid programming Accessing EU funding : Rules of play

4 1. Challenges facing developing countries ahead of 2015 Millennium development goals (MDGs) Vulnerability to economic and financial crisis shocks environment events resulting from climate change MDGS partially achieved but critical challenges outstanding : o Despite steady economic growth in Africa, Asia or Latin America, 1.4 billion people still live in extreme poverty o 57 millions primary school aged children and 150 million adolescents out of school 40 % of out of school children live in conflict affected countries which have not achieved the MDGs o Quality of education is in crisis

5 2. EU Policy engagement on development aid European consensus on Development Agenda for Change Migration and Development nexus EU-Africa partnership The Roots of Democracy and Sustainable developmenteurope s Engagement with Civil society in External Relations Dialogue with Civil society organizations on development aid European Year on Development 2015

6 2. EU Policy engagement on development aid European consensus on Development four cross-cutting issues of major importance for development Democracy and human rights, the rights of children and indigenous people. Gender equality. Environmental sustainability HIV/AIDS

7 2. EU Policy engagement on development aid Agenda for Change (2011) More strategic approach to reducing poverty a more targeted allocation of funding. EU development aid spending should target countries in greatest need priority areas: Human rights, democracy and other key elements of good Governance Inclusive and sustainable growth for human development.

8 2. EU Policy engagement on development aid Agenda for Change (2011) create growth in developing countries so they have the means to lift themselves out of poverty. Aid will therefore target particular areas: social protection, health, education and jobs the business environment, regional integration and world markets, Sustainable agriculture and energy.

9 2.EU Policy engagement on development aid EU-Africa Partnership 2007 Joint Africa-EU Strategy defining cooperation between the two continents Investing in people lies at the heart of the EU-Africa Partnership. 4th EU-Africa Summit outcomes (March 2014) : importance of upholding human rights; Roadmap to frame EU-Africa relations for key priorities : o democracy, good governance and human rights, Human development.

10 2.EU Policy engagement on development aid Civil society empowerment and participation in developing countries EC communication in 2011 The roots of democracy and sustainable development: Europe's engagement with Civil Society in external relations, EU has recognizes the strategc role of CSOs as development actors and the importance of constructive relations between developing states and CSOs. Emphasis of the EU policy will be on CSOs' engagement to build stronger democratic processes and accountability systems and to achieve better development outcomes. Contribution of local CSOs as partners in dialogue and in oversight will be at the heart of future EU engagement. Civil Society Road maps will be designed by EC delegations in each EU partner country

11 2.EU Policy engagement on development aid European Year of Development 2015: Our World, Our Dignity, Our Future 2015 will be the official European year for development and the first ever to be allocated to a global, external action related theme is the expiry date for the Millennium Development Goals (or MDGs) A special budget is assigned for the European Year. CSOs play important role being a partner for EU Commission in the planning of the year and in the implementation process at European level.

12 2.EU Policy engagement on development aid European Year of Development 2015: Our World, Our Dignity, Our Future 1. To inform European Union citizens about the EU s and the Member States development cooperation 2. To foster direct involvement, critical thinking and active interest of EU citizens and stakeholders in development cooperation 3. To raise awareness of the benefits of EU development cooperation..

13 3. EU aid programming Multi-annnual Financial Framework Regulation and External actions translate EU political priorities in financial terms Overall budget : 51,419 million Development Cooperation Instrument (DCI): 19,662 million Partnership Instrument (PI): 955 million Instrument contributing to Stability and Peace (IfSP): 2,339 million European Instrument for Democracy & Human Rights (EIDHR): ,75 million

14 3. EU aid programming EU funding to CSOs and other stakeholders ( ) Thematic programmes Environment Food Security Investing in People Migration and Asylum - Non-State Actors and Local Authorities European Initiative on Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)

15 3. EU aid programming major thematic programmes Multi Annual Programme on Global Public Goods and challenges GPGC Civil society organizations and Local Authorities European initiative on Democracy and Human rights (EIDHR)

16 3. EU aid programming Multi Annual Programme on Global Public Goods and Challenges (GPGC) foster economically, socially and environmentally sustainable development in an integrated and holistic way \ support inclusive sustainable development: environment and climate change, sustainable energy, human development, food and nutrition security and sustainable agriculture, migration and asylum.

17 3. EU aid programming Multi Annual Programme on Global Public Goods and Challenges (GPGC) Programme targeted on strategic cooperation with developing states and international agencies on thematic issues covering Environment and climate change, sustainable energy, human development, food and nutrition, security, with a number of flagship issues with a view to ensuring high impact and visibility. Adhoc grants for CSOs ( no clear decisions yet).

18 3. EU aid programming Multi Annual Programme on Global Public Goods and Challenges (GPGC) 4,915,166 millions for the period

19 3. EU aid programming Civil society organizations and Local Authorities thematic programme The Development Cooperation Instrument sets the total allocation for Programme to EUR billion. An envelope of around EUR 970 million has been earmarked for the period of

20 3. EU aid programming Civil society organizations and Local Authorities Focus on country level: Enhancing CSOs' and LAs' contribution to development and governance processes- 65/75% of allocation Reinforcing regional and global CSO networks and associations of LA - 5/10% of allocation Develop and support Education and Awareness Raising initiatives fostering citizens' awareness of and mobilization for development issues 10-15% of allocations recognition of CSOs 'right of initiative in approaching topics of concerns Efforts focused on capacity building and empowerement

21 3. EU aid programming European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Launched in 2006, broad scope of action. Its aim is to provide support for the promotion of democracy and human rights in non-eu countries. EIDHR budget is ,75 millions for the coming period Mainly implemented through call for proposals (delegations or centralized). As of today the EIDHR is funding more than 1200 projects in over 100 countries.

22 3. EU aid programming major thematic programmes Multi Annual Programme on Global Public Goods and challenges GPGC Civil society organizations and Local Authorities European initiative on Democracy and Human rights (EIDHR)

23 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play How is the EU channeling aid? budget support to recipient governments. The project approach is particularly used for initiatives outside the public sector, such as for CSOs or private sector grants and public procurement contracts.

24 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Centralised implementation: the European Commission or its Delegations (is responsible for the award of grants and procurement contracts; ƒdecentralised implementation: a public administration in the receiving country implements the programme on the basis of financing agreement signed with the EC.

25 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Procedures Multiannual programming by the EU with opportunities then publicized through Calls for Proposals. Calls for Proposals with a given deadline Published on the Europaid database and website of EC delegations in partner countries tps://webgate.ec.europa.eu/europeaid/online All applications examined and evaluated on the basis of criteria Guidelines available with the publicized calls

26 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Procedures Database called PADOR, to which all potential CSO grant recipients need to join. The Potential Applicant Data Online Registration (PADOR) managed by EuropeAid

27 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Procedures Each EU project needs to aggregate partners from 2 countries minimum Leading contractor : responsible for the application Partners: participate in designing and implementing the action, and the costs they incur are eligible in the same way as the leading contractor grant beneficiary Associates: Other organizations may be involved in the action. But no funding from the grant other than per diem or travel costs. Sub-Contractors: The grant beneficiaries have the possibility to award contracts to subcontractorsand are subject to the procurement rules

28 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play EU projects are demanding and complex. Take the time to assess if your organization has the capacity to apply for EU funding. Some questions to adress: Does you organization have the capacity to secure and manage amounts that can be big ( to euros on average and more ) Do the organization and, if applicable, partners have sufficient experience of project management? Does the organization and, if applicable partners have sufficient technical expertise? (notably knowledge of the issues to be addressed.) Do the organization and, if applicable, partners have sufficient management capacity? (including staff, equipment and ability to handle the budget for the action)?

29 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Developing effective partnerships Finding the right partner willing to work together and achieve a goal that brings mutual benefit. Respecting principles of equity, transparency, mutual trust

30 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Developing effective partnerships Be precise about what your organisation needs from a partnership. Expertise, project management experiences, access to networks, lobbying support, What kind of organisation are you looking for? Big or small? Serviceoriented, or advocacy? In the same or a different sector? Have you considered the location of the partner and how are you going to communicate? Do you have a written introduction to your organisation and team? Do you have resources to establish the partnership? (For example to cover travel costs to have face-to-face meetings).

31 African coordinating core partner organisation Agreeing Communicating Planning Coordinating Managing European coordinating lead organisation African implementing partner organisation African implementing partner organisation African implementing partner organisation EU & Co funding organisations African Ministries European implementing partner organisation European implementing partner organisation European implementing partner organisation African & European target groups & organisations

32 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Developing effective partnerships What networks or intermediaries can help you? Establish contact with an appropriately authorised person. Be clear about timelines and deadlines; Make your partner feel well-informed, clear on any resource issues

33 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Developing effective partnerships Holistic Principles: shared vision or goals; inter-dependence between partners; mutual trust and transparency; mutual accountability; Sharing of resources; Shared capacity building and learning.

34 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Developing an EU project proposal EU Project Cycle SMART model Project thinking phases Logical Framework Logical framework process in practice : the problem tree Logical framework process in practice : the objective tree Critical points for developing and managing a project Check list for a successful project application process

35 Preparatory Phase Implementation Evaluation Problem analysis and assumptions Budget planning Logical framework

36 The project respects the overarching objectives of the EU Call The project is relevant in terms of purpose, objectives, activities and responds to the real problems of the target group and the final beneficiaries The project is feasable in terms of objectives and activities and can be realistically achieved within the constraints of the operating environment and the capabilities of the operating agencies Adequate and well balanced consortium of implementing organizations SMART MODEL (Specific,

37 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Preparation Context of the project Stakeholders and final beneficiaries Identification Problems Objectives Strategies Planning Intervention logic (developing activities to achieve objectives ) Risk analysis Indicators of measurement of completion of objectives Budget and co-funding resources planning

38 Analysis phase Stakeholder analysis Identifying and characterizing major stakeholders, assessing their capacity Problem analysis Identifying key problems, constraints & opportunities, cause and effects relationships Objective Developing solutions for the identified problems Strategy Identifying different strategies to achieve solutions and selecting appropriate ones Planning phase Developing logical framework Defining project structure, testing its logic and risks, formulating indicators of success Activity scheduling Determining the sequence and dependency of activities, estimation of their duration Resource scheduling From the activities, developing outputs and budget

39 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play The Logical Framework approach : A core concept in EU Calls preparation The Logical Framework Approach (LFA) is a management tool mainly used for designing, monitoring and evaluating international development projects It is also widely known as Goal Oriented Project Planning (GOPP) or Objectives Oriented Project Planning (OOPP). The core of the Logical Framework takes the form of a series of connected propositions

40 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play The Logical Framework approach : A core concept in EU Calls preparation Analysis of the problem and its effects Articulation of solutions that should be brought to the problem Definition of a project purpose Definition of the activities that should be put into place Producing outputs resulting from activities Definition of indicators measuring the impact of the activities and outputs in bringing solutions to the problem

41 Poorly coordinated welfare assistance to vulnerable groups in a earthquake region Higher education does not provide professional profiles required by the labour market Poor coordination of policy formulation Poor priority given to social law Unclear and inadequate legislation for social security and social justice No system of training in place at higher education level No further training education for current social workers No training for social workers

42 Improved coordination of welfare assistance to vulnerable groups Contributing to the reform of the higher education system Improved policy formulation Social law given higher priority by governement Legislation for social law and social justice rationalized and imptoved to create a distance learning centre for current social workers To create BA and MA courses at university recognized by the Ministry of education To create a system of training on social work

43 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Example of an EU published call 2014 Title of the thematic Programme /call : Investing in People : Education, Knowledge and Skills-Employment and Social Cohesion Empowerment for Better livehoods, including skills development and vocational training, for marginalized and vulenerable people dependent on the informal economy

44 I. General information Background Objectives Priority issues Financial allocations II. Rules of the Call for proposal Eligibility Criteria Application procedure main stages Evaluation /selection of the applications

45 I. General information Background Emerging countries and developing countries have grown faster but despite the social benefits of growth, inequality and exclusion are widening. Gains have bypassed those lowest on the economic ladder and disadvantaged because of their sex, age, disability and ethnicity Disparities between urban and rural areas Stronger efforts needed to target marginalized groups in order to ensure equal access to education and economic opportunities

46 I. General information Background The EU agenda: Increasing the impact of Development policy :an agenda for change refers to the importance of providing the workforce and young people with skills to respond to labour market needs with vocational training for employability Among the factors defining livelihoods in low income developing countries is the high number of people in the informal economy : jobs low paid with poor job security and low compliance in terms of core labor rights The economic crisis has increased this pattern and push vulnerable workers towards informality and this affects disadvantaged groups (women, young workers, children, persons with disabilities, indigenous people, migrants)

47 I. General information Background Overall strategic responses to the challenge of informality need to be based on a mix of actions addressing both supply and demand sides with regard to work and employment but also social protection within a framework of empowerment, human rights and equity. Need to formalize informal businesses and informal jobs and extend access to training in education and business development for people in the informal economy and notably underqualified young people

48 Background Overall strategic responses to the challenge of informality need to be based on a mix of actions addressing both supply and demand sides with regard to work and employment but also social protection within a framework of empowerment, human rights and equity. Need to formalize informal businesses and informal jobs and extend access to training in education and business development for people in the informal economy and notably underqualified young people

49 Objectives Global objective Elimination of poverty and social exclusion of people dependent on the informal economy Specific objectives Support for enhancement of livelihoods of people dependent on the informal economy through skills development (VET) and initiatives aimed at self-employment and job creation /improvement Support for the social inclusion of vulnerable groups through access to basic services

50 Priorities Proposals will have to include one of the following measures : i. Strengthening rights at work and adaptation of national and local policies to the conditions and needs of people defendant on the formal economy ; ii. Increasing the employability and productivity of people dependent on the informal economy ; iii. Strengthening interests organizations of people dependent on the informal economy and their participation in national policy processes iv. Extension and strengthening of social protection and social dialogue systems and programmes ;

51 I. General information Priorities Expected results Enhanced livelihoods of target groups Resilience /risk reduction and greater equity Empowerment Information Added value elements : Targeting low income countries Holistic approach Links between target groups and formal government led processes Empowerment and strengthening the voice of marginalized people Providing financial support to small local organizations, self-help groups etc Involvement of local communities Long term sustainability of activities

52 Priorities Target groups Adults Young women and men with no or minimum education People discriminated (caste) Minorities (linguistic, ethnic, religious, sexual ect ) People with disabilities Migrants, children, elderly people

53 Financial allocations and duration Minimum amount : Maximum amount : Maximum percentage of funding by EC is 80 % 24 to 42 months

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55 4. Accessing EU Funding : rules of play Check list for a successful journey with EU Funding. 1. Identifying EU funding opportunities that are appropriate to the size and mission of the organization, 2. Planning an EU application Preparing an EU application takes time! 3. Developing effective partnerships for project-based work. 4. eing competitive and demanding! project design should respond to the requirements of the EU in terms of quality of the proposal, project management experience, type of partners, geographical out reach and ability to secure matching funds 5. Mastering EU project management requirements at the level of the planning, the implementation, evaluation and reporting requirements of the project 6. Be resilient.don t give up!

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