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Issued by UNICEF, this funding opportunity seeks an experienced implementing partner to build local capacity and enhance the resilience and management of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Vanuatu, a nation highly vulnerable to climate change and natural disasters such as cyclones, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. Following the December 2024 earthquake on Efate—which damaged critical infrastructure and affected over 80,000 people—the program focuses on rehabilitating and fortifying services across 20 healthcare facilities in the Shefa and Malampa Provinces, alongside 10 earthquake-affected schools and six communities on Efate. Eligible activities encompass comprehensive WASH assessments and improvement plans, water safety and security planning, strengthening local management structures, and targeted training in operation and maintenance, hygiene promotion, infection prevention and control, and emergency preparedness. With a project duration running from November 30, 2026, to December 31, 2027, the initiative aims to foster local ownership and ensure that schools, health facilities, and communities can maintain safe and reliable WASH services during both routine operations and future emergencies.

Eligibility

Applicants must be established implementing partners with proven local experience and a physical presence in Vanuatu, demonstrating a strong capacity to coordinate effectively with government counterparts, provincial authorities, and local communities. Submitted proposals must utilize the provided concept note template and will be rigorously evaluated based on the clarity of proposed activities and expected results, demonstrated project management capabilities, and overall alignment with the program's intended outcomes.

Post Date: October 29, 2026