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Grant Research Open

Window IX – Partnerships and Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

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 projects led by consortia of two or more institutions, promoting multi-stakeholder collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Eligibility Criteria

Consortium Eligibility

  • Minimum of three (3) formally registered institutions, each from a different organisation
  • Institutions must represent at least two (2) of the following sectors: government, academic/research, private sector, civil society/NGO
  • Each consortium member must have a substantive role and a budget allocation of at least 10% of the total grant
  • All consortium members must be legally registered and in good standing in The Gambia or, for international partners, in their country of registration

Lead Applicant Requirements

  • The lead institution must be registered in The Gambia and will bear fiduciary responsibility for the entire grant
  • The lead must have a functional financial management system and a track record of managing grants or contracts of similar scale

Documentation

  • A draft Consortium Agreement outlining roles, financial arrangements, IP ownership, data sharing, and dispute resolution must accompany the application (the final signed agreement will be required before disbursement)
Total Budget
GMD 1,000,000
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

Consortium Agreement and Lead Applicant Designation Letter Required

A signed consortium agreement and a letter designating the lead applicant, required for all multi-institutional applications and Window IX.

pdf · Max 10MB

Programme Contact

info@nrif.gm