World Bank Grant: Strengthening Water Security and WASH Governance Capacity in Fragile States
The World Bank is accepting proposals for a grant to strengthen water security and WASH governance capacity in fragile and conflict-affected states. The grant aims to support public sector institutions and research organizations in developing sustainable water resource management and WASH service delivery frameworks. Priority areas include institutional capacity building for water governance, climate-resilient WASH infrastructure, and financial sustainability of water utilities. Eligible entities include government ministries, universities, and large NGOs. The grant is strategically aligned with GSLI's WASH, Project Management, M&E, and Financial Management courses, offering a pathway for institutions to enhance their technical and managerial expertise to successfully implement the funded activities.
Strategic Overview
The World Bank is accepting proposals for a grant to strengthen water security and WASH governance capacity in fragile and conflict-affected states. The grant aims to support public sector institutions and research organizations in developing sustainable water resource management and WASH service delivery frameworks. Priority areas include institutional capacity building for water governance, climate-resilient WASH infrastructure, and financial sustainability of water utilities. Eligible entities include government ministries, universities, and large NGOs. The grant is strategically aligned with GSLI's WASH, Project Management, M&E, and Financial Management courses, offering a pathway for institutions to enhance their technical and managerial expertise to successfully implement the funded activities.
Who is it For?
Public sector institutions (ministries of water, environment, health), research universities, and large international NGOs with demonstrated experience in WASH governance and capacity building in fragile states. Organizations must have a legal registration and a minimum of five years of operational experience in the target regions.
Priorities
The donor prioritizes climate-resilient water security, institutional strengthening for WASH service delivery, and sustainable financing mechanisms. Projects should focus on policy development, regulatory frameworks, and capacity building for local water utilities and government entities.
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally registered entities in a World Bank member country, with audited financial statements for the past three years. They must demonstrate proven expertise in water governance and capacity building, and submit a detailed project proposal with clear objectives, activities, and budget.
Path to Success
GSLI's WASH course will equip teams with the latest technical standards for water safety and hygiene promotion, while Project Management for Development ensures robust planning and implementation frameworks. Financial Management for NGOs will help in designing sustainable financing models and transparent budget management, and M&E courses enable the design of effective monitoring frameworks to track outcomes. Additionally, Grants Management training will strengthen compliance and reporting capacities, increasing the likelihood of a successful bid and project execution.
Recommended GSLI Courses
- WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
- Project Management for Development
- Financial Management for NGOs
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
- Grants Management
Deadline: 2026-08-31
Persona: General
Urgency: Normal