GIZ

    Development/Implementing Agency

    Germany's assistance to the Republic of Moldova is administered by: German International Cooperation Agency (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit - GIZ). The projects implemented by GIZ in the Republic of Moldova are funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and other federal ministries.

    Contact Details

    GIZ Chisinau Office

    Claudia Hermes (Country Office Director)

    Address: 73/1 Stefan cel Mare si Sfant blvd., NBC - National Business Center, 9th floor, Chisinau, MD-2001, Republic of Moldova

    Tel: +373 22 996 031

    Email: giz-moldova@giz.de

    https://giz.de/en/worldwide/293.html

    Legal Framework for Cooperation

    Agreement between the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Government of the Republic of Moldova on development cooperation dated 10.07.2014 and ratified by Law No. 58 dated 09.04.2015.

    Strategic Programming Documents

    The general objective of Germany's assistance to the Republic of Moldova is to significantly improve the political, social, economic, and ecological situation, with a mutual commitment to sustainable development. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development serves as a guiding framework for Germany in its development cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Moldova.

    Priority Sectors / Areas of Cooperation

    • Supporting the EU accession process and the modernization of the country
    • Sustainable Economic Development
    • Democracy, Civil Society, Public Administration, and Decentralization

    Type of Funds / Financial Instruments and Assistance Modalities

    • Technical assistance projects.

    Project Programming, Approval, and Implementation Procedures

    Projects are developed and approved bilaterally, based on the Protocols of Government Negotiations and the exchange of Verbal Notes.

    Additional Information

    Projects implemented by GIZ are co-financed by other states and international organizations, such as: SIDA, SDC, the Delegation of the European Union, the Government of Romania.

    Currently, there are 23 ongoing projects of the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ):

    • Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies in the Republic of Moldova (E4M)
    • Strong Businesses and Communities for Moldova (SBC)
    • Youth Employment Promotion (YEP)
    • Attractive and Efficient Public Administration (AEPA)
    • Policy Advice for Moldova (PAF)
    • Strengthening the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Mechanisms (ACT)
    • Study and Expert Fund (SFF)
    • Support for Host Communities of Ukrainian Refugees (HOST)
    • EU Integration Support Project (EUISP)
    • Strengthening Water and Wastewater Management and Transboundary Cooperation between Moldova and Ukraine
    • State and Civil Society Actors are Better Prepared for the EU Accession Process (FACE)
    • Increasing the Competitiveness of Moldovan Companies on International Markets, especially in the EU (RISE)
    • Local Administrations Utilize Cooperation Models for Citizen- and Business-Oriented Services (SPS)
    • Strengthening Quality Infrastructure for EU Accession and Competitiveness
    • Water Supply and Sanitation in Central Moldova
    • Water Supply and Sanitation in Cahul District
    • Promotion of Social and Communal Infrastructure III
    • Open Program for Urban Development in Moldova
    • INSPIREE – Increasing Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings
    • Moldova SME Development Facility
    • SME Development Facility – Phase II
    • Strengthening Social Services and Systems for Vulnerable and Refugee Children
    • Sector Budget Support for Promoting Energy Security of Vulnerable Households – Phase II