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Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot)
Invitation-only funding for health systems in Benin
Last Update: May 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 17,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 1, 2022
- Closing date : March 10, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This invitation-only funding opportunity supported health initiatives in Benin, with a focus on strengthening health systems and human resources in health. The estimated project size was Can$17,000,000, and the call targeted activities to improve health outcomes, especially in northern departments of Benin.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 17,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 1, 2022
- Closing date : March 10, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Women & girls
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Activities to strengthen health systems in Benin.
- Capacity building for human resources in health.
- Improving access to quality primary health services.
- Improving sexual and reproductive health services.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Invited organizations.
- Organizations with health programming experience in Benin.
- Organizations with development project experience in health.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not invited by Global Affairs Canada.
- Organizations without relevant health programming experience in Benin.
Eligible geographic areas
- Benin
- Northern departments of Benin
Selection criteria
- Current or recent health programming experience in Benin.
- Experience managing development projects in West and Central Africa.
- Knowledge of GAC priorities, results-based management, and compliance rules.
- Proven financial management capacity in the health sector.
- Technical capacity in health governance, training, primary care quality, and gender and environmental issues.
How to apply
- Step 1: Invitation to apply
- Only organizations invited by Global Affairs Canada could participate.
- Step 2: Prepare a concept note
- Applicants were expected to prepare a concept note for the opportunity.
- Step 3: Submit during the application window
- Applications were accepted from February 1 to March 10, 2022.
Processing and Agreement
- The call is closed and no longer accepting applications.
- Concept notes were submitted during the application period.
- Only invited organizations could apply.
Additional information
- This opportunity was by invitation only.
- The application period was from February 1 to March 10, 2022.
- Only one project was to be funded.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) Program
What is the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot)?
This invitation-only funding opportunity supported health initiatives in Benin, with a focus on strengthening health systems and human resources in health. The estimated project size was Can$17,000,000, and the call targeted activities to improve health outcomes, especially in northern departments of Benin.
How much funding can be received?
Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) Funds up to $17,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 10, 2022.
Who is eligible for the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) program?
To be eligible for the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) program, you must:
Invited organizations only.
Health programming experience in Benin.
Capacity in health project management.
What expenses are eligible under Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot)?
Activities to strengthen health systems in Benin.
Capacity building for human resources in health.
Improving access to quality primary health services.
Improving sexual and reproductive health services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot)?
You can contact Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by email at DIMI-IMIM@international.gc.ca.
Where is the Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) available?
The Human Resources in Health – Benin (DIMI Pilot) program is available across Canada.