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Invest Africa- Investment Specialist, Uganda DFID, through GRD, is contracting the services of an International Investment Specialist to support the capacity development of the Ugandan Investment Authority (UIA) for the Invest Africa programme. The consultant will be embedded in UIA and based in Kampala while working on this contract.
RAI-ICC2 With the development of antimalarial drug resistance in the Greater Mekong Subregion, it is especially important to monitor cases ? even in low-intensity transmission areas ? in order to contain, and eventually eliminate, the resistant parasite. The RAI ICC2 project targets border areas of Cambodia and Thailand to: i) map hotspots of infection and identify sub-populations with the highest risk of infection as well as under-utilisation of current malaria control methods; ii) target identified hotspots with tailored interventions to diagnose and treat both clinical cases and asymptomatic carriers; iii) increase preventive behaviours through use of behaviour change communication as well as information, education and communication; and iv) improve cross-border data sharing and collaboration.  Interventions include active case detection methods and intensified case-finding (ICF) at border points and in hotspots, piloting novel alert systems both at community and private provider levels, and the delivery of behaviour change communication initiatives. Efforts build upon current in-country components of the Regional Artemisinin Initiative (RAI) and other programmes which are currently ongoing in the region by directing resources to those most in need. Intervention packages are tailored to suit each region according to local resources and capacity in order to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
RAI-ICC2 [Thailand] With the development of antimalarial drug resistance in the Greater Mekong Subregion, it is especially important to monitor cases ? even in low-intensity transmission areas ? in order to contain, and eventually eliminate, the resistant parasite. The RAI ICC2 project targets border areas of Cambodia and Thailand to: i) map hotspots of infection and identify sub-populations with the highest risk of infection as well as under-utilisation of current malaria control methods; ii) target identified hotspots with tailored interventions to diagnose and treat both clinical cases and asymptomatic carriers; iii) increase preventive behaviours through use of behaviour change communication as well as information, education and communication; and iv) improve cross-border data sharing and collaboration.  Interventions include active case detection methods and intensified case-finding (ICF) at border points and in hotspots, piloting novel alert systems both at community and private provider levels, and the delivery of behaviour change communication initiatives. Efforts build upon current in-country components of the Regional Artemisinin Initiative (RAI) and other programmes which are currently ongoing in the region by directing resources to those most in need. Intervention packages are tailored to suit each region according to local resources and capacity in order to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness. [Thailand]
RAI-ICC2 [Cambodia] With the development of antimalarial drug resistance in the Greater Mekong Subregion, it is especially important to monitor cases ? even in low-intensity transmission areas ? in order to contain, and eventually eliminate, the resistant parasite. The RAI ICC2 project targets border areas of Cambodia and Thailand to: i) map hotspots of infection and identify sub-populations with the highest risk of infection as well as under-utilisation of current malaria control methods; ii) target identified hotspots with tailored interventions to diagnose and treat both clinical cases and asymptomatic carriers; iii) increase preventive behaviours through use of behaviour change communication as well as information, education and communication; and iv) improve cross-border data sharing and collaboration.  Interventions include active case detection methods and intensified case-finding (ICF) at border points and in hotspots, piloting novel alert systems both at community and private provider levels, and the delivery of behaviour change communication initiatives. Efforts build upon current in-country components of the Regional Artemisinin Initiative (RAI) and other programmes which are currently ongoing in the region by directing resources to those most in need. Intervention packages are tailored to suit each region according to local resources and capacity in order to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness. [Cambodia]
DFID-Prepositioning of Emergency lifesaving NFI Kits DFID-Prepositioning of Emergency lifesaving NFI Kits
Malawi Agricultural Sector Wide Approach Support Project Multi Donor Trust Fund Parallel to TF072023 NA
Second Agriculture Sector Wide Approach Support Project To improve the productivity of small-holder farmers and market access of selected commodities for small-holder farmers in Selected D istricts of the Recipient's territory
Strengthening the Monitoring Role of Lao Civil Society for Implementation of International Conventions The overall objective is to raise the institutional capacity of civil society actors in the country through better coordination and networking and in order to contribute to more inclusive, democratic and rights-based governance.
Technical Assistance to Support the Implementation of the Education and Sport Sector Development Plan (ESSD{2021-2025) Technical Assistance to the Ministry of Education and Sport focusing on the implementation of the Education and Sport Strategy under budget constraint. The aim is to leverage on planning and budgeting to maximize allocated resource under the budget constraint.
Continuation and Strengthening of the Northern Uplands Development Programme (NUDP) Lao PDR The Programme (IUDP) overall objective is to contribute to the achievement of a sustainable, participatory and equitable development in the Uplands of Lao PDR.
Partnership for Improved Nutrition in Lao PDR The Action is built around three pillars: (1) ''Strengthening Nutrition Governance''; (2) ''Scaling-up Nutrition Specific Support''; and (3) ''Scaling-up Nutrition Sensitive Support''
Multistakeholder Alliance Against Corruption and Impunity in Laos (MAACI) Contract related to: Multistakeholder Alliance Against Corruption and Impunity in Laos (MAACI) - Human rights and democracy are founding values of the EU. Protecting and promoting HR&amp;D is therefore a key priority of the EU¿s external action. It is also a precondition for sustainable development and for building more inclusive, open and resilient societies.Yet, recent data show that globally, most countries are far from having acceptable human rights and democracy track records. In this context, worsened by the COVID crisis, the EU re-affirmed its commitment to support human rights and democracy worldwide by adopting the `Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy 2020-2024¿. The Action Plan identifies priorities and key actions, to ensure that the EU plays a greater role in promoting and defending human rights and democracy throughout its external action. The Regulation (EU) 2021/947 (Global Europe) establishes the legal basis for the human rights and democracy actions. Particularly, its annex III details the areas of intervention for human rights and democracy.The overall objective of the present action is to contribute to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law worldwide. The action will achieve this objective by supporting and strengthening civil society organisations (CSOs), democracy activists and human-rights defenders working on critical human rights and democracy issues in non-EU countries. It may also cover, where relevant, the promotion of international humanitarian law. Consequently, it will contribute to the 5 priorities of the Multiannual Indicative programme 2021-2027 as well as the specific priorities set out for the additional funding coming from the cushion.This action will mainly be implemented by EU Delegations in-country so as to: (i) better respond to the country-specific contexts; (ii) be as close as possible to the needs of the rights holders; and (iii) promote a sense of `ownership¿ of the action among local actors. The actions financed at country level will be in line with: (i) the EU action plan for human rights and democracy; (ii) EU guidelines on human rights; and (iii) the respective Human Rights and Democracy country strategies or priorities under the EU accession process. All actions will follow a human rights based approach putting people at the centre of actions and also focusing on promoting gender equality.
Green Action through Media and Civil Society in Laos (GAMCIL) Contract related to: Green Action through Media and Civil Society in Laos (GAMCIL) - The Covid-19&nbsp;pandemic is having significant negative repercussions on human rights, democracy and the rule of law in many parts of the world &nbsp;and on the space for civil society organisations active in the promotion of human rights and democracy. An urgent reaction is required in the third quarter of 2021 to limit the harm done and contain further entrenchment and worsening of the situation. &nbsp;The overall objective of the action is the worldwide promotion and protection of: (i) human rights and fundamental freedoms; (ii) democracy; and (iii) the rule of law. The action will achieve this so by supporting and strengthening civil society organisations (CSOs), democracy activists and human-rights defenders working on critical human rights and democracy in non-EU countries. It may also cover, where relevant, the promotion of international humanitarian law. The action will mainly be implemented through competitive processes.This action will mainly be implemented by EU delegations in-country so as to: (i) better respond to the country-specific contexts; (ii) take into account the local challenges of the current COVID-19 crisis; (iii) be as close as possible to the needs of the rights holders; and (iv) promote a sense of `ownership¿ of the action among local actors. The grants will aim at implementing the priorities listed in annex III Annex of the Regulation (EU) 2021/947 in line with Human Rights and Democracy country strategies. Implementing these priorities will also contribute to the EU action plan on human rights and democracy 2020-2024. The actions financed under the country allocations will be in line with: (i) the relevant EU action plan for human rights and democracy; (ii) EU guidelines on human rights; and (iii) the respective Human Rights and Democracy country strategies. All actions will follow a human rights based approach putting people at the centre of actions and also focus on promoting gender equality.
SUSTOUR Laos - Promoting Sustainable Tourism by Integrating MSMEs into Sustainable Supply Chains and Raising Consumer Awareness The objective is promoting sustainable Tourism by Integrating MSMEs into Sustainable Supply chains and Raising Consumer Awareness
Technical Assistance (TA) in Support to the Lao PDR National Nutrition Strategy and Plan of Action Support to the Lao PDR National Nutrition Strategy and Plan of Action, CRIS number: ACA/2019/041-123
AVP2022 FWC audit DEL LA (388055 and 390656) Contract related to: AVP2022 FWC audit DEL LA (388055 and 390656) - The Support Measures and Cooperation Facility for Asia and the Pacific 2021 provides the European Commission the possibility to finance small-scale activities that are needed for the achievement of the objectives of the NDICI.
Food Security and Nutrition Programme in Lao PDR  (AAP 2013) Overall objectiveContribute to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) 1 ''Eradicate extreme hunger and poverty'' in Lao PDR. Specific objectiveFood and nutrition security of the poor population in target villages and households in Central Lao PDR improved.
Citizen Engagement for Good Governance, Accountability and Rule of Law - phase II (CEGGA II) This governance action is the second phase of a flagship joint programming initiative of the EU, Germany and Switzerland, with the overall objective of increasing citizens¿ engagement in inclusive national development of the Lao PDR. Building upon the results achieved by CEGGA I from 2017 to 2022 (OPSYS ref. ACT-D-37777-00; ACT-D-39158-00), the proposed action will promote more inclusive and responsive national development processes within the framework of rule of law and human rights principles, by pursuing increased citizen-state interaction in the civil society, parliamentary and justice sectors. It will promote increased policy dialogue between CSOs and government institutions; strengthened decision making processes of the National Assembly (NA) and Provincial Peoples¿ Assemblies (PPAs) on behalf of citizens; and strengthened access to justice for citizens within the justice sector.CEGGA I contributed particularly in improving the organisational capacities of Lao CSOs and their cooperation with Government and local authorities, increasing regulatory quality, and building the functions of key institutions, including the Parliament.The action will contribute to Outcome 6 of the 9th NSEDP 2021-2025 (Public governance and administration is improved, and society is equal, fair, and protected by the rule of law), the Justice Ministry Action Plan 2021-25, and the implementation of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) recommendations. The action falls under the EJPS/MIP¿s priority area 3 ¿Good Governance¿ and contributes to the expected result ER 6.3 (Enabling environment for civil society and citizens¿ engagement for sustainable development and accountability) and ER 6.4 (Consolidated rule of law and human rights). It addresses SDG 16 (Peace, Democracy and Strong Institutions), as well as SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) through its promotion of inclusive policies and processes in civil society, parliaments and the justice sector, and will showcase examples of gender-responsiveness and environmental protection.
Support to European Business in South-East Asia Markets (SEBSEAM)  LAOS Under this decision, there are two sub-contracts: 349-424 launched under FWC COM 2011 - 299 956 EUR and 343-347 - 2 000 000 EUR with ECCIL
Partnership for Improved Nutrition in Lao PDR - Pillar 3: Partnership for Increased Resilience and Improved Food and Nutrition Security of Vulnerable Communities in Khammuane Province, Lao PDR The Overall Objective of the Action is to contribute to improved nutrition and food security towards achieving Priority 1 of Lao PDR NNSPA 2016-2020, and SDG2. The Specific Objective is to improve nutritional status and food security in 5,000 vulnerable HHs in 100 villages of 6 districts with special focus on children under 5, women of CBA including EM women, urban poor and migrants and youth
Support measure 2017-2019 in favour of Lao PDR (2019) This support measure is a flexible instrument giving the European Commission the possibility to finance small-scale activities needed for the achievement of the objectives of the DCI Regulation, including its operational and policy priorities.
Partnership in Education and Skills for Inclusive Green Growth (PESIG) The education sector in Lao PDR is currently severely affected by two interrelated factors: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the fragile macro-fiscal situation of the country. This resulted in a prolonged lockdown and school closure, reduced employment opportunities for youth, higher debt and decreased Government resources available to the education sector. These factors add to the continuing complexity of the educational context, threatening the gains achieved through the successive Education Sector and Sport Development Plans (ESSDP). While the country has made great strides to dramatically improve equitable access to education and place special emphasis on disadvantaged areas, the sector is still facing a serious challenge in terms of the quality and relevance of education. Youth unemployment quadrupled to 21.8% from 2012 to 2018 and has worsened with the COVID-19 outbreak. Consequently, there is a strong need for significant investment and continued focus in enhancing access, quality and relevance of the education system, including TVET, notably with a view to address shortages of basic skills supply matching labour demand to feed the private sector.In this context, this proposed Action seeks to contribute to equitably enhance the education and skills base among Laos¿ youth responding to labour market needs of a green and digitalised economy, while taking into account gender-specific issues and decent work standards, in full alignment with the Lao Government and European Partners¿ development agendas. It integrates the vision of the Lao PDR¿s Green Growth Strategy 2030 and the emphasis placed on youth and private sector development in the 9th National Socio-Economic Development Plan (NSEDP) 2021-2025. This Action is building on the acquis of the previous EU budget support programmes achievements in basic education, while transitioning towards a stronger focus on TVET and on working jointly as Team Europe, in line with the NDICI programming principles and the MIP overarching objective. It takes into account recommendation from the Midterm Evaluation of the ESDP 2016-2020, EU¿s contribution to basic education through the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and the high number of projects from other Development partners focusing on basic education. While the previous EU budget support programmes has proved very successful in fostering policy dialogue in achieving key education and PFM reforms, the proposed action will strengthen existing dialogue while facilitating our engagement and policy dialogue in trade development, in green and digital economy.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Action is composed of: 1) Budget Support to contribute to the implementation of the Laos¿ Education and Sport Sector Development Plan (ESDP) 2021-2025 (including the TVET Development Plan 2021-2025) over an initial 3-year period, and 2) TVET complementary support together, under a multi-donor joint co-financing over a 5-year period. It is complemented by an ongoing EU-funded education budgeting/planning technical assistance (TA).
Lao PDR Public Financial Management Reform Program Associated Multi-Donor Trust Fund Contract related to: Lao PDR Public Financial Management Reform Program Associated Multi-Donor Trust Fund - Laos¿ rapid economic growth over the last three decades (annual average of over 7%) propelled the country from a low-income to a lower middle-income status, and it is expected to graduate from LDC status in 2026. Nevertheless, rapidly rising debt and the COVID-19 pandemic are creating important macroeconomic and fiscal challenges, which require more efficient public finance management. Although Lao PDR managed to avoid the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, its economy was severely impacted (estimated GDP growth of only 0.5% in 2020 and 2% in 2021). The Government has embarked on the 9th National Socio-Economic Development Plan (NSEDP) 2021-2025, which has fully embraced the Agenda 2030, and seeks to foster sustainable, green and inclusive growth. In a context of reduced revenues and rising debt, the need for PFM reforms have become very high on the agenda of the new Lao Government and National Assembly. The new Prime Minister has expressed very strong commitments to macroeconomic and fiscal policy actions, and to improve the efficiency and transparency of public administration, including fighting corruption.&nbsp;In this context, the proposed action seeks to support the Government of Lao PDR to improve the management of its public finances and human resources, as a key pillar for pursuing sustainable and inclusive growth. The Specific Objectives are to contribute to: 1. enhanced budget credibility and transparency; 2. Improved domestic revenue mobilization; 3. Strengthened public procurement; 4. modernizing human resources management; and 5. Ensuring effective project implementation, analytical and just-in-time support. The proposed activities are fully aligned with the GoL¿s PFM Strategy and the 2021-2025 Action Plan and will contribute to the SDG16 related to good governance.&nbsp;This Action with a EUR 5 M contribution from the EU and AUD 10 M co-financing from Australia, builds on the strong foundations laid by the successful ongoing EU-funded PFM reform programme implemented by the World Bank. It will continue supporting PFM reforms. In this new phase, the Action will reinforce our policy dialogue on PFM, in partnership with Australia (through a WB PFM Umbrella Trust Fund), and it will place emphasis on reinforcing line Ministries¿ PFM, piloting gender and green budgeting, improving the governance of State enterprises, and strengthening the National Assembly¿s financial oversight role. The action thus remains closely interlinked with our budget support and planning/ budgeting technical assistance in education, and with the new EU-funded governance project, as all these operations are mutually reinforcing.
Technical Assistance for the Vientiane Sustainable Urban Transport Project. The Project consists in the construction of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Vientiane, Lao PDR, and includes the introduction of dedicated bus lanes, the acquisition of the buses and also facilities for parking management, traffic management and pedestrians.
Promoting Civil Society participation to improve the implementation of the Lao National Nutrition Strategy Under CSO-LA CfP Ref. EuropeAid/162347/ACT/LA-Promoting Civil Society participation to improve the implementation of the Lao National Nutrition Strategy
Connecting for Nutrition (C4N) <p>Under the CSO-LA CfP ref.: EuropeAid/162347/DD/ACT/LA</p>-Connecting for Nutrition (C4N)
Partnership for Improved Nutrition in Lao PDR - Pillar 3: Accelerating Healthy Agriculture and Nutrition (AHAN) The overall objective of the Action is to create supportive conditions for enhanced household (HH) nutrition.
Justice Now! <p>The overall objective of the Action is to contribute to the reduction of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and increased access to justice for vulnerable women and girls in Laos. In particular, the specific objective is to strengthen social, economic and cultural rights of women and girls in the target areas, through improved awareness, knowledge, capacities and empowerment of women and girls, civil society organisations, and key stakeholders take action to reduce and prevent GBV. </p>
Support to the National Strategy Plan for Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) The overall objective of this programme is provide support towards the achievement of the Government of Laos MDG agenda, in particular the locally defined MDG 9 and its Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) pledges, by reducing the long-term negative impact of unexploded ordnance (UXO) on the development potential of affected rural communities.The specific objective of this programme to contribute to the complete clearance of UXO from priority/high value agricultural land by 2020, support th
Lao PDR-EU Cooperation Facility 2021-2025 Contract inherited from multiple actions, related to: Lao PDR-EU Cooperation Facility 2021-2025 - The action will support the implementation of strategic communication activities designed to raise awareness, understanding and perception of the EU and its partnership with the country, in line with the priorities identified in the country MIP as well as relevant global and regional strategies.
Ecosystem Conservation through Integrated Landscape Management in Lao PDR (ECILL) Contract related to: Ecosystem Conservation through Integrated Landscape Management in Lao PDR (ECILL) - Promoting integrated landscape approaches and investments in sustainable land management, in order to conciliate and meet multiple objectives on a specific territory.
Sowing the Seeds of Inclusive Education (SOS-IE) by building the capacity of Civil Society Organizations' (CSOs) to increase their presence and impact in Champasak and Huaphan provinces of Lao PDR The overall objective is to contribute to improving access to quality inclusive education for the most marginalized children in Lao PDR