WELCOME TO GERED GEREEDSCHAP!

Welcome! Do you work for an organisation in Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania or Ghana and would you like to work with Gered Gereedschap? Then we warmly invite you to submit an application. We recommend that you first take the time to read this page carefully. This will give you a clear understanding of how we work, what kind of support you can expect from us, and under which conditions we collaborate. In this way, we can work together towards a well-considered and appropriate application.

At the end of this page you will find a link to our digital application form. Good luck — we look forward to learning more about your initiative!

GERED GEREEDSCHAP IS MAKING IT WORK

Gered Gereedschap is a Dutch non-governmental organisation with more than forty years of experience in supporting craftsmen and women in developing countries. We work together with local organisations to strengthen technical vocational education and entrepreneurship in Africa.

Our support is always practical and tangible. It may include tool sets and machines for training institutes, fully equipped sewing workshops, or support in strengthening the skills of vocational teachers. What all our projects have in common is a clear focus on one shared goal: strengthening technical craftsmanship as a foundation for self-reliance and a dignified livelihood.

Would you like to learn more about our organisation and the programmes we carry out in Africa under the name EQUIP? You can read more on our Programmes page.

HOW TO APPLY FOR SUPPORT

At Gered Gereedschap, every project starts with a local partner. We work together with organisations in Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania and Ghana that strengthen vocational education and entrepreneurship and see a clear need for practical support within their community.

If your organisation is working to improve technical skills training or to create opportunities for craftsmen and women, we invite you to submit an application. In addition, Gered Gereedschap may actively approach local or international organisations to explore possibilities for cooperation.

When assessing applications, we look for initiatives that respond to demand from the local labour market and contribute to sustainable livelihoods. We particularly value programmes that support entrepreneurship and continue to guide young people after their training. Projects that promote gender equality, focus on marginalised groups, work through cooperatives, or contribute to ecological awareness and environmental protection are also strongly encouraged.

WHAT KIND OF SUPPORT DO WE OFFER?

Individual organisations interested in working with us can apply for support with:


Tools and machines

Support to vocational education and training programs in Africa by supplying hand tools, workshop machines, power tools and sewing machines.

Rental workshops

A skilled craftsman cannot do his job without good quality tools and machines. Together with its partners, Gered Gereedschap sets up tool rental locations which gives local craftsmen access to quality tools.


Multipurpose location

Gered Gereedschap can arrange working space to provide vocational training or to start a small business. This concerns multipurpose workshops based on standard 20ft and 40ft sea containers.

OUR WAY OF WORKING

  • Gered Gereedschap works with partner organisations in Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana and Malawi. Organisations operating in these countries can apply for support.
  • We support projects that are locally initiated and locally driven. The partner organisation remains actively involved in the preparation, decision-making and implementation of the project.
  • When support consists of tools, machines or workshops, Gered Gereedschap arranges transport to the nearest international port. For landlocked countries, overland transport to a capital city can be arranged.
  • The partner organisation is responsible for covering the costs of customs clearance and transport to the final destination. Gered Gereedschap does not provide or mediate insurance, customs services, storage or local transport.
  • Our support is non-financial. Gered Gereedschap does not provide financial aid, agricultural equipment or household appliances.
  • In the case of tool rental locations or multipurpose workshops, the partner organisation is responsible for operation and management. A formal agreement between Gered Gereedschap and the receiving organisation defines the rights and obligations regarding use, support and reporting.

HOW TO APPLY FOR SUPPORT

Are you enthusiastic about our way of working and do you see opportunities for your organisation — and for local craftsmen and women? Then we warmly invite you to submit an application.

Applications can be submitted via our digital application form. To keep the process clear and fair for everyone, we are only able to review applications submitted through this form. Please make sure you have read this page before applying, so you know how we work, what you can expect from our support, and which responsibilities and costs are covered by the receiving organisation.

We look forward to receiving your application! Click the button below to start your application.