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Only the strongest bids will be selected. Selected projects will be informed by 1 July 2021 and implementing organisations will be required to attend a preparatory seminar. All activity must be completed by 31 December 2021. Funding will be paid on completion of activities and project reports.<\/p>\n<p>Objectives<br \/>\nThe projects should meet the following objective:<\/p>\n<p>Contribute to the reduced spread of coronavirus in a particular area or amongst a target population in Lesotho through improved engagement, understanding and community action including concerning preventative measures and vaccination.<\/p>\n<p>Selection criteria<br \/>\nBids will be judged on:<\/p>\n<p>potential impact (including the scope of the project and the likelihood of achieving that impact)<br \/>\nevidence that the bidding organisation has strong links with the target communities<br \/>\nvalue for money<br \/>\nsustainability including the potential for the project to be scaled up or replicated elsewhere<br \/>\nthe capacity of the bidding organisation including a track record of previous successful projects and proper presentation of project objectives and budget<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The British High Commission Maseru is inviting NGOs in Lesotho and established community-based organisations to bid for COVID-19 community engagement projects. 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