The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking local Nigerian organizations to submit concepts for two Global Health Security (GHS) activities outlined in the Partnerships for Progress Annual Program Statement. The funding focuses on improving Nigeria's capability to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats, aligning with the Nigerian government's health sector plan.
The two activities include:
1. **Global Health Security Coordination and Response Activity** - with a funding cap of $12.5 million, aimed at enhancing epidemic response and health governance.
2. **Global Health Security Capacities Strengthening Activity** - with up to $20 million in funding, focusing on combating antimicrobial resistance, improving laboratory systems, and biosafety.
Eligible organizations must demonstrate local ownership and can apply for either or both activities, submitting separate applications. The process consists of two phases: initial concept submissions followed by selected oral presentations, and later, a full application phase for the most qualified applicants. USAID emphasizes the importance of collaboration with existing health programs and governmental agencies. Specific eligibility criteria, submission formats, and detailed procedures are outlined for potential applicants. The opportunity reflects USAID's commitment to bolstering health security in Nigeria through strategic partnerships and targeted investments.
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued the Partnerships for Progress Annual Program Statement (APS No. 72062024APS00001) to support locally-led development initiatives in Nigeria through strategic partnerships with local organizations. The APS outlines that applicants must respond to specific addenda detailing USAID/Nigeria’s priorities and cannot submit proposals through grants.gov. It emphasizes the principle of localization, aiming to empower local actors to take the lead in addressing development challenges while ensuring collaboration, adaptability, and sustainable impact.
Eligible applicants must be local entities based in Nigeria, and the APS particularly encourages proposals from organizations that have not previously engaged with USAID. Funding is anticipated to total $250 million, with individual awards not exceeding $40 million. The document stresses co-creation and inclusive development practices, particularly promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).
Applicants are instructed to outline their locally led approaches, capacity strengthening strategies, and ensure inclusivity in their proposals. USAID reserves the right to reject any application, and funding commitment is conditional upon the appropriation of funds. For further guidance, the document directs interested parties to specific addenda that will delineate detailed submission requirements and priorities.