The New Zealand Embassy in Jakarta is calling for proposals for the Opening Round of the Head of Embassy Fund (HEF) 2022/23. The HEF supports small-scale, short-term community projects that contribute to wider community well-being. The maximum funding available is NZ$25,000 for individual projects. The maximum duration of projects is 24 months. The deadline for proposals is 4.00 pm on Tuesday 20 December 2022.

Proposed projects should meet HEF criteria (see attached document). All proposals should use the attached application form. Proposals should provide the following details, proportionate to the size and complexity of the project:

• key stakeholders of the project (including the target beneficiaries)
• the consultative process undertaken to develop the activity plan
• clear information about project’s objectives, expected results, alignment with the Fund’s purpose, target beneficiaries, sustainability and proposed activities
  an implementation plan
• possible risks to the project and how they will be managed
• a detailed budget
• details of financial/labour/in-kind contributions from the applicants​

APPLICATION PROCESS

• For further information and to send your application by email, please contact Monica Vasquez, Development Support Officer at Monica.Vasquez@mfat.govt.nz
• Applications for the opening round of FY 2022/2023 close at 4.00 pm on 20 December 2022
• Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible
• Please ensure you have read our criteria thoroughly before submitting an application. As resources are limited we will prioritise those activities that best meet the HEF criteria.
• If the application is incomplete your application may not be considered. If further information is required it will delay the decision-making process.
• We may need to contact you about your application, usually by email.
• Once decisions have been made, all applicants will be notified by email. Please allow up to 2 months from the application closing date to receive a notification regarding the final decision.

Detailed information requirements are included in the attached application form. Please forward this call for proposals to your networks.