4. SGWI Budget Justification Narrative Template.docx

S/GWI Proposal Narrative Instructions and Cover PageS/GWI Budget Justification Narrative Template

[Organization Name] [Project Title] Summary [Organization name] is submitting a budget in the amount of $[total amount requested from S/GWI] for [number of] months to implement activities in support of the project noted above for the period of [start date – end date].

Below is the breakdown of required categories which should include:

PERSONNEL

FRINGE BENEFITS

TRAVEL

EQUIPMENT

SUPPLIES

CONTRACTUAL

CONSTRUCTION

Not allowable

OTHER DIRECT COSTS

TOTAL DIRECT COSTS

INDIRECT COSTS (X%)

TOTAL COSTS

If applicable (cost share is not required by S/GWI): In addition to the total amount requested from S/GWI, the applicant is proposing to include [total amount cost share] as a cost share amounting that will also support this project, acquired from [cost share source i.e. implementer funding, other donors, etc.]

BUDGET NARRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS: The budget narrative should briefly explain each line item to sufficiently justify each identified cost, including for proposed sub-awards (if applicable). It should include a justification for how the costs in each category are derived. It should also reflect the findings of the proposal gender analysis, and how those findings will be incorporated throughout implementation.

Please note: Recipients under S/GWI-funded projects are responsible for complying with all applicable tax treaties and federal, state, and local laws on tax withholding and reporting for project participants.

PERSONNEL:

Identify each position and indicate how it will support the project. If not provided in the Budget, indicate the numerical justification for the total cost.

For example: Project Manager - This individual is responsible for the overall management of the project. He/she ensures compliance with all the terms and conditions of the agreement including implementation, program, and financial reporting. $40,000/year x 10% of time = $4,000.

FRINGE BENEFITS:

Outline various fringe benefits such as pension plans, health benefits, or other benefits offered to employees for which S/GWI will be charged under the agreement.

Note: If an established NICRA includes a rate for Fringe Benefits, please ensure that you utilize and/or adjust the rate appropriately. If the Fringe Benefit rate is not included in the NICRA/your organization does not have a NICRA, please provide a copy of the company policy and/or rates (as a percentage) that are being charged per category of benefits.

TRAVEL:

All Headquarters and/or project employees’ travel must be identified via mode of travel, departure and arrival city, purpose, unit of measurement, and duration of trip. Also include a description of the purpose of the travel and how the travel relates to the project. Please note that the movement of project participants and supplies is a separate transportation line item.

For example: 2 in-country trips via air transportation will be conducted to implement workshops and training sessions. Roundtrip airfare from Kinshasa to Goma for 2 employees is anticipated. Each trip will include 3 days of per diem per employee.

In-country Airfare - 2 trips x 2 employees x $200 = $800 Lodging - 2 trips x 2 employees x 3 days x $100/day = $1,200 Per diem - 2 trips x 2 employees x 3 days x $57 = $684

EQUIPMENT:

Include a detailed listing of all non-expendable equipment anticipated to be purchased for project activities including justification.

SUPPLIES:

Specifically describe general categories of supplies and their direct use for the project. General Office supplies include the following items: pens; pencils; notebooks; printer paper; ink cartridges etc.

For example: Due to the opening of a new project office to support Sector “X” activities, project supplies include the following items: 2 laptop computers, 3 desktop computers, 2 printers etc.

2 laptop computers x $600 = $1,200 3 desktop computers x $800 = $2,400 2 printers x $300 = $600

CONTRACTUAL:

Describe each contractual or consultant cost and outline the necessity of each for the project.

For example: ABC Organization will serve as a partner to assist with implementing Sector “X” activities; $9,000 Detailed Budget is attached. XYZ Organization will provide IT consulting services via a contract; $4,000 Detailed Budget is attached.

Identify consultants separately from other permanent staff. If possible, include anticipated position title(s), the proposed daily rate to be paid as compensation, and the number of consultant days that are anticipated.

CONSTRUCTION:

N/A for all projects. Construction costs are unallowable under S/GWI funds.

OTHER DIRECT COSTS:

Describe other direct cost and outline the necessity of each for the project.

For example: The following direct project expenses are related to the implementation of all project activity and are proportionate based on actual use.

Rent of Office space - 12 months x $300 = $3,600 Utilities - 12 months x $100 = $1,200 Printing/Photocopying costs - 12 months x $110 = $1320 Communication (phone, fax, internet) - 12 months x $125 = $1,500

INDIRECT COSTS:

Show the amount of indirect costs and the base amount on which it is determined. A copy of the current Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement must be submitted for recipient and sub-recipient(s). S/GWI does not recognize indirect costs unless they have been determined by an audit and formally approved by the U.S. Government cognizant agency.