Budeshi, in partnership with Devon, is excited to launch a mini-grant program aimed at supporting local organizations committed to enhancing transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s procurement systems.
This opportunity is open to local Nigerian organizations with a strong track record in:
Transparency and accountability
Good governance
Anti-corruption
Procurement monitoring
Organizations with existing or planned procurement monitoring initiatives are especially encouraged to apply.
Ensure All Criteria Are Met
1.
LEGAL STATUS AND REGISTRATION
• The applicant organisation must be registered and have a valid registration certificate.
• Applications in the process of registration can apply, but access funds only after full registration.
2.
OPERATIONAL PRESENCE
• The organisation or individual must have a verifiable operational presence in the community and be actively engaged in community development or program delivery within their state.
• The organization or individual should demonstrate active community engagement or program delivery within their state.
3.
GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY
• The organisation must have a well-defined governance structure with documented rules and responsibilities.
• The organisation must demonstrate its capacity to set up a basic internal control system, including segregation of duties, financial accountability, and reporting mechanisms.
4.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CAPACITY
Local organisation must have a functional bank account in the name of the organisation, with:
• The organisation should have systems and the capacity of basic financial record-keeping
• The organisation must submit to having the control systems audited and evaluate effectiveness in project activities, with financial reporting to FPRC.
5.
PROGRAMMATIC FOCUS
Proposed activities must align with the thematic priorities of the grant call across any sector for 2023/2024 Federal Procurement across the state (e.g. health, education, gender equality, youth development, climate action, or governance).
• Projects must address local needs, promote community participation, and demonstrate potential for measurable impact strengthening procurement accountability in the state.
6.
COMPLIANCE AND ETHICAL STANDING
The organisation/individual must not be under any legal investigation, litigation, or blacklisted or suspended by any donor, development agency, or regulatory authority.
• Must uphold ethical principles including non-discrimination, transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.
7.
LOCAL ENGAGEMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
• Projects should demonstrate community involvement in design and implementation.
• Applicants must outline a sustainability plan showing how the intervention can be continued or have lasting impact beyond the grant period and continued use of the BUDESHI platform for reporting – upload Work Plan.
8.
REPORTING
• All grant beneficiaries and reporting will be through the Budeshi platform.
• There will be an annual award for the best organisation for programme reporting.
Grant Amount
Selected organizations will each receive $7,500 USD in funding.
