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🇬🇲 Republic of The Gambia | NRIF
Grant Community Development Open

Window VIII – Local Government and Provincial Development

Deadline: August 15, 2026 — 21 days remaining

AI-Assisted Screening: Applications are subject to AI-assisted initial screening. All AI outputs are reviewed by human staff before any decision is made.

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Programme Description

Supports research and innovation that addresses challenges and opportunities at the local government and provincial level, strengthening decentralised service delivery across The Gambia's regions.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Lead Applicants

  • Formally established Local Government Authorities (LGAs) under The Gambia's Local Government Act
  • Urban councils, Area Councils, and Ward Development Committees supported by their parent LGA

Partnership Requirements

  • All applications must include a letter of endorsement from the Regional Coordinating Director and the Governor of the relevant administrative region
  • At least one technical implementation partner (university, research institution, registered NGO, or private firm) must be named in the application
  • Community consultation documentation (minutes of at least two community engagement sessions) must accompany the application

Financial Management Conditions

  • LGAs must have a functional financial management system and demonstrate compliance with Local Government Finance Act requirements
  • Applications from LGAs with outstanding audit queries from the National Audit Office will be considered only where a credible resolution plan is provided
  • A project management committee with community representation must be established before grant disbursement
Total Budget
GMD 1,500,000
Award Range
Up to GMD 500,000
Expected Awards
N/A
Opens
June 15, 2026
Deadline
August 15, 2026

Supporting Documents

Download these documents before applying.

Call for Proposals
Program Guidelines
The NRIF Calls for Proposals set out the funding opportunities available under the Fund, including the objectives of each funding window, eligibility requirements, application procedures, and evaluation framework. They provide applicants with clear guidance on proposal preparation and submission, while outlining the merit-based assessment process used to ensure transparency, accountability, and the selection of high-quality research and innovation projects aligned with national development priorities.
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Grants Manual
Program Guidelines
The NRIF Grants Manual sets out the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing the financing and management of research and innovation. It provides a framework for grant administration, capacity strengthening, governance, research integrity, financial management, monitoring and evaluation, open science, transparency and accountability.
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Required Documents for Application

You will need to upload these when applying.

Institutional Registration Certificate or Proof of Legal Status Required

A valid registration certificate or equivalent proof of legal status for the applicant institution.

pdf,jpg,jpeg,png · Max 10MB

Audited Accounts or Financial Statements Required

Audited accounts or financial statements for the most recent financial year (for institutional applicants).

pdf · Max 10MB

Conflict-of-Interest Declaration Required

A signed conflict-of-interest declaration from the Principal Investigator.

pdf · Max 10MB

Detailed Budget Spreadsheet Required

Detailed budget spreadsheet generated or exported from the platform's budget builder.

pdf,xls,xlsx · Max 10MB

Curriculum Vitae — Principal Investigator and Key Co-Investigators Required

CVs for the Principal Investigator and all key co-investigators.

pdf,doc,docx · Max 10MB

Institutional Endorsement Letter Required

A signed endorsement letter from the authorised institutional representative, bearing the official stamp. The endorsement must be confirmed on the platform by the designated authority before final submission.

pdf · Max 10MB

Ethics Clearance or Application Evidence Optional

Ethics clearance certificate, or evidence of application for clearance, for projects involving research with human subjects. Submit if applicable.

pdf · Max 10MB

Area Council Endorsement Letter Required

Endorsement letter from the relevant Area Council, required for Window VIII.

pdf · Max 10MB

Programme Contact

info@nrif.gm