Frequently Asked Questions
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What is GIZ?
Working on behalf of the German Government, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GIZ GmbH is a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world.GIZ's main commissioning party is Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development BMZ. Other commissioners include European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector, and governments of other countries.
What is the cooperation framework of GIZ in Egypt?
Operating in Egypt since 1956, GIZ provides technical expertise, develops capacities and delivers effective solutions in close partnership with local governmental and non-governmental organisations.
GIZ Egypt currently employs around 355 national and 35 international experts.
GIZ supports Egypt in its efforts to achieve the “Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt Vision 2030” in order to create better social and economic prospects for the Egyptian people.
On behalf of the German Government, the European Union and other parties, GIZ implements projects across Egypt in the areas of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency; Water Supply and Sanitation, Irrigation and Waste Management; Sustainable Economic Development for Employment; Governance and Urban Development.
For more information, please visit http://www.giz.de/egypt
How can my organisation benefit from the NSWMP/ EU Green project?
The NSWMP/ EU Green project offers to enhance NGO’s capacities to access grants to implement a climate-friendly solid waste management and circular economy innovative project ideas. The NSWMP/ EU Green project also provide advisory services to NGOs during implementation. Whether you are a small or large-sized NGO seeking technical/financial support, kindly sign up and create an account/profile for your organisation. This will allow you to view and apply for the opportunities we offer.
I have applied to previous opportunities from different projects in GIZ, can I still apply in this project’s opportunity?
Yes, you can apply.
What happens if I missed the deadline of submission?
If you missed the deadline for applying to this cycle, you can still submit your organisation’s profile to be considered for future opportunities.
What is the duration of the project?
The project is expected to last until November 2025.
How many NGOs will be selected?
The project is targeting a total of 60 NGOs.
Could we work in any governorate?
NGOs from all governorates are encouraged to apply, however, kindly note that you will be asked to implement in the specified 4 governorates as abovementioned.