Italian Agency for Development Cooperation — Agroecological Value Chains in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire

• Lead Applicant Status: Must be a non-profit NGO with a proven track record of at least seven years in rural development.
• Financial Capacity: The lead applicant must have managed an average annual project portfolio of at least €1 million over the last three years.
• Partnership Requirement: Must include at least one local co-applicant (partner) from Ghana and one from Côte d’Ivoire.
• Geographic Focus: Projects must be implemented within the territories of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.
• Target Groups: Must demonstrate the ability to support 30 cooperatives or SMEs in each of the two countries.
• Sector Expertise: Demonstrated experience in supporting agricultural value chains and rural entrepreneurship is essential.

• Full Project Funding: A massive grant of €2.7 million to cover 100% of eligible project costs.
• Long-term Impact: Support for a comprehensive implementation period of up to 36 months.
• Sub-granting Capacity: Resources to provide direct financial support and equipment to at least 60 local entities.
• Market Integration: Opportunities to establish robust value chains for neglected and underutilized crops (NUCs).
• Capacity Building: Funding for extensive technical training and business development services for rural enterprises.
• International Cooperation: Strengthening of ties between European NGOs and West African agricultural sectors.

1. Visit the official AICS Transparency Portal at this link to download the full Call for Proposals.
2. Form your consortium by identifying qualified local partners in both Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.
3. Prepare a detailed Technical Proposal outlining your strategy for supporting the 60 cooperatives and SMEs.
4. Develop a comprehensive Financial Plan ensuring all projected costs align with the €2.7 million budget limit.
5. Collate all administrative documents, including proof of non-profit status and financial audits for the last three years.
6. Submit your complete application package via the designated portal before the December 16 deadline.

This is a competitive process—ensure your proposal highlights your unique expertise in agroecology!