USAID/Tanzania Cross-Sectoral Empowerment Activity
ID: 335992Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Tanzania USAID-Dar es Salaam (USAID-TAN)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/335992
Timeline
    Description

    The Tanzania USAID-Dar es Salaam is forecasting a federal grant opportunity titled "USAID/Tanzania Cross-Sectoral Empowerment Activity," aimed at enhancing the engagement and productivity of Tanzanian youth, particularly those aged 15-25 who are out of school. This initiative seeks to implement a range of youth-led interventions that provide access to educational resources, promote physical and mental well-being, and foster community engagement through supportive networks. The program is designed to address the diverse needs of Tanzanian youth while integrating various sectors such as health, education, and economic growth, emphasizing innovative and sustainable solutions. Interested organizations can submit their input and capability statements via email to Cecilia Mambo at cmambo@usaid.gov by October 19, 2021, with the grant expected to be awarded in the fiscal year 2021 under CFDA number 98.001.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cecilia Mambo Acquisition & Assistance Specialist
    +255-22 229 4000
    rtawonezvi@usaid.gov
    Files
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    RFI-621-21-Youth.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought Notice (SSN) issued by USAID/Tanzania for a prospective Cross-Sectoral Youth Empowerment Activity aimed at enhancing the engagement and productivity of Tanzanian youth, particularly out-of-school youth aged 15-25. The RFI solicits feedback on a draft technical description and is part of market research prior to issuing a potential solicitation. Interested organizations are invited to submit their input and capability statements via email by October 19, 2021. The anticipated activity seeks to facilitate youth development through improved access to education, health services, and community engagement. It is guided by core principles, including a youth-led approach, integration across various sectors (health, education, governance, economic growth), and collaboration with existing USAID programs. Specific objectives include providing educational resources, opportunities for participation in well-being activities, and establishing supportive networks for youth. Finally, the notice emphasizes the importance of innovative solutions and strategies tailored to meet the diverse needs of Tanzanian youth while addressing sustainability issues and benefits from past US government investments.
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