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Integrated Human Resources Development Programme

The Integrated Human Resource Development Programme (IHRDP) is designed to create employment in a holistic way by combining efforts of the public, private and civil society sectors in its efforts to reduce poverty levels.

Amidst the current triggers by Climate Change and COVID-19 pandemic, policies which support the socio-economic growth is essential to create a positive impact across the supply chain through the creation of jobs, income for fellow Fijians and overall economic activity for communities.

Click Here to view the additional information on Integrated Human Resources Development Programme Policy Document.

Eligibility Criteria – Who can Apply?

To be eligible to apply for the IHRDP assistance you need to:

    1. Applicants must be all Fijian citizen of 18 years of age and above;
    2. Residing in the peri-urban, rural and remote areas in Fiji;
    3. Is an existing registered enterprises or those that have relevant market experience and are on the verge of formal registration;
    4. Registered entity must be majority Fijian owned (51% and more);
    5. Groups and communities need to be validated through support letters from line Ministries and stakeholders; ready to formally register as a business entity; and
    6. Ability to meet the one-third cash funding of total project cost.

Projects Eligible for funding – What type of projects qualify for IHRDP Funding?

    1. Procurement of manufacturing machines for value adding;
    2. Construction of warehouse, storage facility and eco-tourism projects;
    3. Product development for businesses;
    4. Procurement of equipment for diversification purposes; and
    5. Equity funding with financial institutions for capital expenditure and diversification purposes.

Application Form – How to Apply?

You can apply online here.

Before access the link above please ensure to have the following documents ready:

i. Completed IHRDP Application Form;
ii. Valid Business Registration Certificate;
iii. Valid Photo Identification (Driver’s License or Voter ID Card or Passport Biodata Page);
iv. Tax Identification Number (TIN);
v. Management Accounts for those in operations for at least 2 years;
*Medium enterprises are required to provide audited financial statements
*Micro and small enterprises can provide management accounts prepared by certified accountants;
vi. Detailed Business Plan inclusive of 3 years Cash Flow Forecasts/Projections;
vii. Support and Validity letter from relevant Ministry and Stakeholders;
viii. Compliance to regulatory requirements as per business scope;
ix. Membership or shareholder listing (if applicable);
x. Evidence of one third contribution; and
xi. Land Lease, tenancy agreement, approved DTCP documents, Title or documentation relevant to proposals that encompass land (for construction – if applicable);

Should anyone have issues in accessing the online form, Please find e-copy of the form here.

Please send the completed application form along with the required documents to ihrdp@msme.mcttt.gov.fj . The subject line should be titled – Application: Integrated Human Resources Development Programme – (Insert name of Business)

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