UNICEF, Multi-Bi contributions to Field Activities 2013 in DRC, Somalia, Mali, Sudan, South Sudan

Project completed

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of addressing underfunded crisis in a more predictable manner. SDC funding to UNICEF emergency programmes in 10 underfunded emergency situations allows UNICEF to better plan its assistance programmes and proactively respond to situations as needed.

Country/region Topic Period Budget
Democratic Republic Congo
Mali
Sudan
Somalia
South Sudan
Other
nothemedefined
Sector not specified
01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013
CHF  1’800’000
Background

UNICEF was established in 1946. Today UNICEF works in over 160 countries and territories. UNICEF is mandated by the UN General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children's rights (0-18 years), meet their basic needs, and expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. The country offices carry out the organization's mission through programs developed with host governments. Approximately 85%of its 11’000 staff works in the countries of beneficiaries.

Objectives

UNICEF delivers quality and timely humanitarian response in emergency situations and underfunded emergencies.

Target groups

UNICEF beneficiaries in the targeted countries.

Medium-term outcomes

UNICEF provides emergency assistance in 10 countries in the aftermath of natural or man-made disasters and supports emergency assistance programmes that bridge the gap between relief and recovery, helping communities build a better future.

Directorate/federal office responsible SDC
Credit area Humanitarian aid
Project partners Contract partner
United Nations Organization (UNO)
  • United Nations Children’s Fund


Budget Current phase Swiss budget CHF    1’800’000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF    1’800’000
Project phases Phase 15 02.05.2016 - 31.07.2016   (Completed) Phase 14 01.01.2016 - 31.12.2016   (Completed) Phase 13 01.01.2016 - 31.12.2016   (Completed) Phase 12 01.01.2016 - 31.12.2016   (Completed) Phase 11 01.01.2015 - 31.12.2015   (Completed) Phase 10 01.01.2015 - 31.12.2015   (Completed) Phase 9 01.01.2015 - 31.12.2015   (Completed) Phase 8 01.12.2014 - 30.06.2015   (Completed) Phase 7 01.01.2014 - 31.12.2014   (Completed) Phase 6 01.01.2014 - 31.12.2014   (Completed) Phase 5 01.01.2014 - 31.12.2014   (Completed) Phase 4 01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013   (Completed)

Phase 3 01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013   (Completed)

Phase 2 01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013   (Completed) Phase 1 01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013   (Completed)