Partnering with RFSU International — Selection criteria & process (grantmaking)
RFSU works with civil society organisations to advance SRHR through equitable, locally rooted partnerships guided by an intersectional feminist, anti-racist and human rights-based approach.
Geographic criteria
RFSU’s choice of countries/regions is guided by contextual factors, including unmet SRHR needs, opportunities for change, active civil society, unmet donor funding, synergies with other CSOs, relevance to RFSU’s strategy and networks, and feasibility/safety.
Partner selection criteria
When identifying new funding partnerships, RFSU prioritise organisations with:
- Capacity to implement programmes and contribute to change that improves access to SRHR for all
- Shared core values and a sufficiently shared vision with RFSU
- A commitment to democratic governance, transparency, mutual accountability and participation of rights-holders
Selection process
- Identification & scoping
RFSU makes a context- and stakeholder analysis, identifies potential organisations and makes recommendations on what organisations to invite to submit a Concept Note. The decision for approval is made by RFSU’s International Management. - Invitation for Concept Note and decision
Selected organisations submit a Concept Note (context, objectives, strategies, indicative budget) and an Organisational Description Form outlining basic information on the organisation (governance, thematic areas, financials), reviewed by RFSU. - Invitation for application and decision
Invited organisations submit a narrative application, budget and requested organisational documents; RFSU conducts a detailed assessment of the organisation's governance, internal control and application and, depending on back-donor requirements and other contextual factors, follow any additional steps. The management makes the final decision if approved the process continues with signing of an agreement.
Steps may vary by context. When funding becomes available, RFSU proactively identifies and invites organisations that fit the criteria and process above. RFSU does not process unsolicited grant proposals.