Developing a Grant Proposal for NGO Project in PNG (Waria Valley)

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Mission and objectives

Morobe Development Foundation Inc. is a leading Internationally recognised NGO based in Lae Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea who has the vision to help young people reach their full potential by utilizing their hidden talents in community development initiatives so they can realize their potential and become a role model in the community. MDF was established to address a broader and more diverse range of objectives and work through the use of dance, music and drama, MDF’s primary aim is to ensure that women participate equally in decision making in any project undertaken, including projects related to Ending Violence against Women, and promoting Human Rights with a aim to support the Government and UN their Development Goals. MDF, in collaboration with Online Volunteers engaged through the UNV's Unified Volunteer Platform (UVP), has also undertaken various scientific research studies related to the environment - forest cover loss, land use land cover change, the influence of various parameters on surface waters, and coastal shoreline turtle habitat loss. These projects included the participation of various experts and researchers from diverse fields across various countries across the globe - ranging from marine biology, biodiversity conservation, PNG community management, remote sensing, and land use policy among various others. MDF is managed by a management committee, which is made up of the Chairman, the Deputy Chairman, Secretary, the Treasurer, the Project Coordinator, Community Development Officer, and a male and female member of the foundation, and ensures that women participate equally in decision making. We at MDF assert that we have the required skill sets, knowledge, established international network, and the necessary foundational work to undertake projects successfully.

Context

MDF is seeking support from Online Volunteers through this assignment where the objectives are aligned with the UN Global Goals which is to foster climate mitigation and adaptation initiatives, focusing on nature/ecosystem-based solutions. The proposed project aims to register a recognized Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) in Waria Valley, Morobe LLG, Morobe Province. By registering the KBA, the area will be legally protected as a new conservation area, safeguarding its biodiversity, including forest and sea habitats such as corals and mangroves. The project aims to create a well-managed protected area with participation from local communities in protecting natural resources. Prior to that, the rapid feasibility grant has several objectives, including raising awareness, mobilizing support, mapping the Waria watershed, forming the Waria Valley Conservation Committee, and building an ecotourism centre. This project has the potential to protect a crucial biodiversity hotspot while promoting sustainable ecotourism and supporting the local community. Online Volunteers will support MDF in preparing the proposal for a grant, focusing on specific task: a) Researching information to develop the proposal b) GIS mapping of the project area c) Helping the organisation in drafting the proposal d) Editing and revising the proposal before the submission deadline

Task description

The selected Online Volunteers are expected to provide the following supports: - reviewing, editing and structuring an existing proposal on biodiversity conservation in collaboration with the contact person from the Foundation. - provide technical advice and recommendation to build a proposal before submission to the donor agency. - researching keywords to complete the proposal and to arrange references in APA format by using the automated Mendeley software available online.