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NGOs and CBOs Invited to Apply for Exciting New Resource Mobilisation Training Program
19 November 2025
Southern Africa’s conservation community is being offered a rare and fully sponsored opportunity to strengthen their fundraising, financial management, and partnership-building skills. The SADC Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources (FANR) Directorate supported and co-funded by the European Union and German Government through the Joint Action NaturAfrica/Climate Resilience and Natural Resource Management (C-NRM) Program, implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and delivered in partnership with the Sustainable Finance Coalition (SFC) has launched a comprehensive Resource Mobilisation Capacity Building and Coaching Program for 2025/26. The aim is in increase the success rate of NGOs and CBOs applying for funds from the SADC TFCA Finance Facility and other funders. This training is timed to support applications for the next round of funding released by the TFCA FF.
The initiative aims to boost the financial sustainability and institutional readiness of organisations working across Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs), a cornerstone of regional cooperation and biodiversity conservation in Southern Africa. NGOs, CBOs, community trusts, TFCA practitioners, and related partners are strongly encouraged to apply.
The initiative aims to boost the financial sustainability and institutional readiness of organisations working across Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs), a cornerstone of regional cooperation and biodiversity conservation in Southern Africa. NGOs, CBOs, community trusts, TFCA practitioners, and related partners are strongly encouraged to apply.
A Year-Long Learning Journey
Running from November 2025 to November 2026, the programme offers an integrated mix of online learning, self-paced modules, personalised coaching, monthly virtual sessions, and a fully funded 3-day in-person workshop in Johannesburg in February–March 2026 for slected participants.
Participants will gain practical skills to:
* Identify and pursue relevant funding opportunities.
* Develop competitive, bankable project proposals.
* Strengthen internal governance and financial management systems.
* Build and participate in effective partnerships for joint fundraising.
Key Milestones
Call for Expressions of Interest: Circulated from 18 November 2025.
Selection & Confirmation: Mid-Dec 2025 to mid-Jan 2026.
Program Launch: January 2026, beginning with the first online module.
In-Person Johannesburg Workshop: February–March 2026.
Virtual Coaching & Sessions: Feb–Mar 2026.
Follow-Up TFCA Support & Knowledge Sharing: Feb–Nov 2026.
Program Close-Out: Final proposals and completion survey.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to individuals working within or supporting SADC TFCAs, including:
- TFCA structures, coordination units, and relevant government agencies.
- NGOs, CBOs, community trusts, and sustainable livelihood organisations.
- Private-sector and academic partners involved in green/blue economy initiatives.
Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in TFCA-related work, interest or experience in resource mobilisation, institutional endorsement, commitment to the full program, and willingness to sign a participation agreement.
To promote diversity, at least 40% of participants will be women, and youth-led and community-based organisations, as well as smaller national NGOs, will receive priority consideration.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants must submit:
1. Online Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0HabIzICr0udGYoakmrQZFmUKeBu8Z1IvYHuDhL_8DhUNkQwUTRGUDlRTEJRV1hWTUFNUVlFWlVUSi4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl
2. Proof of Endorsement: Letter, email, or similar from a SADC TFCA Secretariat, International Coordinator, or National TFCA Focal Point.
3. Copy of Valid Passport: Valid for at least six months from program start.
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Submit all documents via email to:
Justin Smith - mail to: Justin@sfcoalition.org.za
Rabson Dhlodhlo - mail to: Rabson.Dhlodhlo@giz.de
Use the subject line:
“EOI – Resource Mobilisation 2025/26 – [your name, country, organisation]”
Deadline
Applications close on 12 December 2025 at 23:59 CAT
Successful applicants will be notified by 16 January 2026.
Cost & Language Support
Participation in the in-person training is fully covered by SFC.
Training will be delivered primarily in English, with materials translated into Portuguese and French, and simultaneous interpretation available for selected sessions and the Johannesburg workshop.
This is a unique chance for conservation and community organisations across Southern Africa to strengthen their long-term financial resilience and unlock new opportunities for impact. NGOs and CBOs are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this sponsored learning experience.
Running from November 2025 to November 2026, the programme offers an integrated mix of online learning, self-paced modules, personalised coaching, monthly virtual sessions, and a fully funded 3-day in-person workshop in Johannesburg in February–March 2026 for slected participants.
Participants will gain practical skills to:
* Identify and pursue relevant funding opportunities.
* Develop competitive, bankable project proposals.
* Strengthen internal governance and financial management systems.
* Build and participate in effective partnerships for joint fundraising.
Key Milestones
Call for Expressions of Interest: Circulated from 18 November 2025.
Selection & Confirmation: Mid-Dec 2025 to mid-Jan 2026.
Program Launch: January 2026, beginning with the first online module.
In-Person Johannesburg Workshop: February–March 2026.
Virtual Coaching & Sessions: Feb–Mar 2026.
Follow-Up TFCA Support & Knowledge Sharing: Feb–Nov 2026.
Program Close-Out: Final proposals and completion survey.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to individuals working within or supporting SADC TFCAs, including:
- TFCA structures, coordination units, and relevant government agencies.
- NGOs, CBOs, community trusts, and sustainable livelihood organisations.
- Private-sector and academic partners involved in green/blue economy initiatives.
Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in TFCA-related work, interest or experience in resource mobilisation, institutional endorsement, commitment to the full program, and willingness to sign a participation agreement.
To promote diversity, at least 40% of participants will be women, and youth-led and community-based organisations, as well as smaller national NGOs, will receive priority consideration.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants must submit:
1. Online Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0HabIzICr0udGYoakmrQZFmUKeBu8Z1IvYHuDhL_8DhUNkQwUTRGUDlRTEJRV1hWTUFNUVlFWlVUSi4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl
2. Proof of Endorsement: Letter, email, or similar from a SADC TFCA Secretariat, International Coordinator, or National TFCA Focal Point.
3. Copy of Valid Passport: Valid for at least six months from program start.
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Submit all documents via email to:
Justin Smith - mail to: Justin@sfcoalition.org.za
Rabson Dhlodhlo - mail to: Rabson.Dhlodhlo@giz.de
Use the subject line:
“EOI – Resource Mobilisation 2025/26 – [your name, country, organisation]”
Deadline
Applications close on 12 December 2025 at 23:59 CAT
Successful applicants will be notified by 16 January 2026.
Cost & Language Support
Participation in the in-person training is fully covered by SFC.
Training will be delivered primarily in English, with materials translated into Portuguese and French, and simultaneous interpretation available for selected sessions and the Johannesburg workshop.
This is a unique chance for conservation and community organisations across Southern Africa to strengthen their long-term financial resilience and unlock new opportunities for impact. NGOs and CBOs are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this sponsored learning experience.
More information: https://tfcaportal.org/jobs/job143.pdf
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