{"id":10554,"date":"2020-04-01T22:39:47","date_gmt":"2020-04-02T02:39:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/plataformalac.org\/?p=10554"},"modified":"2020-04-01T22:39:49","modified_gmt":"2020-04-02T02:39:49","slug":"key-information-message-from-global-fund-secretariat-on-country-grants-fund-request-submission-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plataformalac.org\/en\/2020\/04\/key-information-message-from-global-fund-secretariat-on-country-grants-fund-request-submission-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Information\/Message from Global Fund Secretariat on Country Grants Fund Request Submission Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

MESSAGE FROM THE GLOBAL FUND<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are aware of the extraordinary challenges our implementing countries are facing due to the rapidly evolving Covid-19 pandemic. Considering this, the Global Fund is introducing timing flexibilities for funding request submissions for Windows 2 and 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will offer three submission dates for Window 2 review, and two submission dates for Window 3 review.\u00a0 This will allow applicants to submit their funding requests as soon as they are ready and then quickly move to grant-making. We plan to deliver the TRP Review and Recommendation Form within 8 weeks from each submission date.\u00a0We must all encourage and support applicants to prepare their funding requests as soon as feasibly possible<\/strong>\u00a0to get new, high-impact grants implementation-ready in a timely manner and step up the fight against the three diseases as well as strengthen health systems (which also includes pandemic preparedness).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPDATED SUBMISSION DATES PUBLISHED ON Global Fund website<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Window 2 submission dates:
Window 2a: 30 April
Window 2b: 31 May
Window 2c: 30 June<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Window 3 submission dates:
Window 3a: 31 July
Window 3b: 31 Aug<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition we are assessing other flexibilities; a more comprehensive operational update will be shared with implementing partners by the end of the week. In the meantime, here are responses to some of the most pressing frequently asked questions related to Access to Funding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can we organize an inclusive, transparent country dialogue in these circumstances?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CCM Eligibility Requirements remain unchanged and the Global Fund strongly encourages countries to creatively use all available alternatives to continue inclusive and transparent funding request development, even if the form it takes is different than planned. This can include using technology, like WhatsApp or Zoom, to reach relevant stakeholders and ensure the funding request is developed with the required inputs. We will publish a guidance note with best practices for remote dialogue on the Global Fund website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I submit my funding request if it is not fully complete?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applicants are encouraged to submit completed, high quality funding requests. However, a two week \u2018clarifications\u2019 period is available after submission so that countries can send in remaining pieces of information or make further refinements. The Global Fund country team can assist the CCM in assessing submission readiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are CCM signatures from all constituencies still required?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CCM members are still required to endorse the funding requests but the Global Fund will accept alternative forms of endorsement when physical signatures are not possible (e.g. endorsement by email, photo of signature on funding request sent by text message, endorsement by WhatsApp, etc.), as long as we can confirm the intent of the relevant CCM members.
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It is possible for this CCM endorsement to be completed during the clarification period, in the two weeks following funding request submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can we include COVID-19 interventions in new funding requests?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Global Fund continues to encourage all applicants to invest in building resilient and sustainable systems for health, however COVID-19 specific interventions should not be included in new funding requests.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can we postpone completing some of the sections or annexes currently required for the funding request?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Global Fund is considering whether any funding request requirements could be delayed until grant-making and will communicate this once decided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this exceptional circumstance can Global Fund grant funds be used to pay for consultants to write the funding request?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No, Global Fund grant funds may not be used to fund consultants to write the funding request. \u00a0We encourage all applicants to continue to access virtual Technical Assistance from partners using digital tools.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and your willingness to creatively work with us over the months to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information visit the \u00a0Global Fund website<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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