Diaspora

This is an online application form for the participation of civil society organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina and civil society organizations working with the Bosnian diaspora in the country and globally in DiaLab activities – a platform for strengthening the diaspora’s impact on economic development and social changes in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

USAID Diaspora Invest Project is soliciting applications from qualified diaspora-owned or diaspora-related Micro, Small and Medium Sized enterprises (MSME) registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina interested in receiving technical assistance. Technical assistance may include, but is not limited to strategy and business consulting, support for digitalization, marketing, sales and communications assistance, introduction of international standards and certifications, workforce training, etc. Public call is open to limited liability or joint-stock companies registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina that are up to 6 years old and that have a demonstrable diaspora connection (diaspora ownership, co-ownership, or verifiable business partnership).

Financial Markets International, Inc. is soliciting Applications from Local Government Units (LGUs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina interested in partnering with the USAID Diaspora Invest Project. The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to select seven (7) partner Local Government Units looking to engage diaspora in local economic and social development with the assistance of the Diaspora Invest Project.

The purpose of this Annual Program Statement (APS) is to provide essential information to prospective applicants, enabling them to submit applications for grant funding under the Municipal Diaspora Facility of the Small Grant Fund, implemented by the USAID Diaspora Invest Project (“DI” or “Project”). This APS invites grant applications from qualified and legally registered Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) with diaspora links or ownership. The focus is on co-funding for diaspora-facilitated investments into fixed assets for business operations in BiH.

The USAID Diaspora Invest Project is soliciting applications from qualified diaspora-owned or diaspora-related Micro, Small and Medium Sized enterprises (MSMEs) registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina for grant awards from the Small Grants Fund. This call is open to limited liability or joint-stock companies registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina that are up to 3 years old and have a demonstrable diaspora connection (either through ownership, co-ownership, or a verifiable business partnership).

USAID’s Diaspora Invest Project invites Bosnian and Herzegovinian diaspora to join in the establishment of the Diaspora Business Advisory Council (DiaBAC). This five-year project aims to utilize the BiH diaspora’s potential in enhancing local economic developments. The project, building on USAID’s past diaspora engagements, focuses on strengthening local communities’ ties with the diaspora, boosting diaspora investments, and transferring knowledge to catalyze economic growth and job creation.

The USAID Diaspora Invest Project is soliciting proposals from eligible offerors that can provide diaspora engagement advisory services to Local Government Units (LGUs) and to Micro, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). Advisory services are sought in the following areas: (i) organizational development of local government units to engage with the diaspora, (ii) technical assistance to diaspora-related MSMEs, (iii) expanding internship opportunities for young diaspora professionals, (iv) organization of diaspora-related conferences, workshops and learning events, and (v) interventions to increase access to early-stage finance. This public call is open to private firms, non-profits, civil society organizations, and academic institutions.

The USAID Diaspora Project has launched a call for expressions of interest for Diaspora Experts to contribute to the socio-economic development of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). The project aims to leverage the knowledge, investment, and business practices of the BiH diaspora to stimulate economic growth and create jobs. The selected experts will provide mentorship and assistance to Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in BiH, focusing on areas such as business strategy, financial management, sales and marketing, supply chain and operations, research and development, information technology, human resources, communications, sector analysis, and export opportunities.

The USAID Diaspora Invest Project is seeking applications for diaspora-expert assistance (DEA) to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The DEA will provide technical assistance to advance the DI’s objectives, such as fostering diaspora engagement, catalyzing investment, and stimulating economic development. The assistance can be in areas such as export preparation and knowledge sharing development support. Applications will be reviewed every two weeks starting from April 25, 2023, and the program will end either when all technical assistance interventions are implemented or on October 16, 2023.

The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for handling the project’s portfolio of activities in the Herzegovina region. This will include support to partner towns and municipalities in diaspora engagement, identification of and support to diaspora investors locating in the region, and liaising with BiH authorities, financial institutions and private sector representatives to help strengthen businesses and stimulate transfer of diaspora knowledge and capital through capacity development, technical assistance and grant awards.