The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is gathering information for the anticipated Innovative Workforce Activity in Vietnam. This five-year award aims to enhance Vietnam's digital workforce and local innovation to support the country's National Strategy on the Industrial Revolution 4.0. The Request for Information (RFI) is designed to conduct market research and gather input from interested parties.

The USAID/Vietnam issued a Request for Information (RFI) to seek insights for its anticipated Innovative Workforce Activity. This five-year initiative aims to enhance Vietnam's digital workforce capacity and innovation, supporting the National Strategy on Industrial Revolution 4.0. The RFI serves as a market research tool and is not a proposal request; responses are voluntary and may inform future solicitations. The activity will address Vietnam's need for digital skills aligned with a growing economy, remedying identified gaps in workforce readiness, and fostering local technological innovation. Key challenges include inadequate digital skills, a lack of homegrown technologies, and persistent digital divides affecting gender and geographic participation. The Innovative Workforce Activity aims to develop regulatory frameworks, support inclusive access to training, and strengthen connections between workforce supply and market demand. With goals targeting enhanced capabilities in the digital economy, the program will also promote strategic partnerships and sustainability across various sectors. Implemented in major urban areas, this initiative underscores the importance of a collaborative approach with local stakeholders to achieve resilience and competitive advantage within the digital landscape in Vietnam.