World Bank Technical Assistance for Strengthening Public Financial Management and Grant Oversight in Fragile States
The World Bank is soliciting proposals for a technical assistance program to strengthen public financial management (PFM) and grant oversight capacities in fragile and conflict-affected states (FCAS). The program aims to improve budget execution, internal controls, and accountability mechanisms for donor-funded projects. It requires developing training modules and providing on-site coaching for government officials and NGO staff on financial management, grant compliance, and fiduciary risk reduction. GSLI's Financial Management for NGOs, Grants Management, and Project Planning courses are optimally aligned.
Strategic Overview
The World Bank is soliciting proposals for a technical assistance program to strengthen public financial management (PFM) and grant oversight capacities in fragile and conflict-affected states (FCAS). The program aims to improve budget execution, internal controls, and accountability mechanisms for donor-funded projects. It requires developing training modules and providing on-site coaching for government officials and NGO staff on financial management, grant compliance, and fiduciary risk reduction. GSLI's Financial Management for NGOs, Grants Management, and Project Planning courses are optimally aligned.
Who is it For?
Consulting firms, NGOs, and training institutions with expertise in PFM, fiduciary risk, and capacity building in FCAS (e.g., Somalia, DRC, Haiti).
Priorities
Enhance budget formulation and execution; strengthen internal audit and control; improve grant management and compliance; build local PFM leadership.
Eligibility
Minimum 8 years experience in PFM capacity building; track record in fragile states; ability to develop certifications; multilingual delivery capability.
Path to Success
Phase 1: Conduct PFM diagnostic using competencies from GSLI's 'Financial Management for NGOs' course. Phase 2: Develop a modular training program integrating 'Grants Management Training Workshop' and 'Project Planning and Management'. Phase 3: Implement peer-to-peer coaching and simulation exercises. Phase 4: Establish a community of practice for continuous learning, enhanced by GSLI's 'Data Privacy and Protection' course to ensure data integrity.
Recommended GSLI Courses
- Financial Management for NGOs
- Grants Management Training Workshop
- Project Planning and Management
Deadline: 2026-07-31
Persona: General
Urgency: Normal