WCCBMPA Livelihood Support Initiative for SMEs & Skills Training

The Enhanced Management and Monitoring of the Woburn–Clarke’s Court Bay Marine Protected Area initiative, or Our Bay Our Future Project, is funded by the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund and Global Affairs Canada (CORE Gender Smart Facility) and implemented by the Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF).

The Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF) invites Expressions of Interest from residents of Woburn, Woodlands, Clarke’s Court Bay, and neighbouring communities (only) to participate in the Livelihood Support Initiative for SMEs and Skills Training.

This initiative supports sustainable livelihoods that are compatible with the Woburn–Clarke’s Court Bay Marine Protected Area (MPA) by creating new income opportunities, strengthening existing businesses, building skills, and promoting the long-term conservation of our coastal and marine resources.

Who Can Apply?
Residents aged 16 and over, including:
• Existing and aspiring small business owners
• Fisherfolk and sea moss farmers
• Youth and women
• Individuals interested in developing new livelihood skills

Available Opportunities
• Seed grants of up to US$5,000 for eligible businesses
• Fully funded evening skills training, with transportation support provided
• Marine safety gear support of up to US$2,000 for fisherfolk
• Business registration and licensing assistance, including CAIPO registration and other relevant requirements

Deadline: October 2, 2026
Apply Online (Expression of Interest): forms.gle/TRa9WDTaKTXJvq6MA

For Further information:

Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF)
Kirani James Athletic Stadium
River Road, St. George’s
Grenada
Email: Info@gsdtf.org
Telephone: 1 (473) 410 0867/WhatsApp 407-0867

You can also find us on:
Website: www.gsdtf.org
Facebook: Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund Inc.
Instagram: @gsdtf473
LinkedIn: Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF)

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Business Development & Mentorship Consultant (Part-Time)
The Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF) invites Expressions of Interest from qualified individual consultants to provide business development, training, and mentorship support for SMEs participating in the Gender-Responsive Livelihood Support Initiative within the Woburn–Clarke’s Court Bay Marine Protected Area. The consultancy supports women, youth, and fisher folks to strengthen sustainable, conservation-compatible livelihoods.

Objective
To provide integrated business development, training, and mentorship support across the full SMEs pathway from application assessment and business planning to business formalisation, seed grant readiness, and post-funding mentorship.

Summary of the Scope of Work
The consultant will:
• Assess applications and appraise business plans
• Design and deliver a practical small business training programme
• Coordinate specialised training in marine conservation and safety at sea
• Support business formalisation and registration
• Provide structured mentorship to funded MSMEs and prepare project reports

Timeline
• Assignment Period: November 2026 – June 2027
• Duration: 7 months (up to 160 working days)
• Application Deadline: 2 October 2026

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced business development professional with at least three years’ experience in SME development, business plan writing and appraisal, entrepreneurship training, and post-grant or post-investment mentorship. Applicants should demonstrate strong facilitation, report writing, and stakeholder coordination skills, with knowledge of Grenada’s business registration (CAIPO) and experience working with women- and youth-led enterprises. Familiarity with fisheries, marine protected areas, or community-based conservation is an asset.

Applications should be submitted electronically to the Grenada Sustainable Development Trust Fund (GSDTF) with the subject line “Business Development and Mentorship Consultancy” addressed to:
Jenifer James
Chief Executive Officer, GSDTF
Kirani James Athletic Stadium
River Road, St. George’s
Grenada
Email: ceo@gsdtf.org and copy programofficer2@gsdtf.org by October 2nd, 2026

Please send direct enquiries about these Terms of Reference to the GSDTF Project Officer by September 28th, 2026.

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