Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative - Mekong Leadership Program
ID: 340203Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

USAID-VIETNAM (USAID-VIE)

Award Range

$0 - $6M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/340203
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development in Vietnam (USAID/Vietnam) is inviting applications for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative - Mekong Leadership Program (YSEALI-MLP), aimed at expanding leadership opportunities in the Mekong sub-region. This program seeks to establish a cooperative agreement with qualified entities, focusing on educational activities that foster leadership among young Southeast Asians, particularly through collaboration with institutions like the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City. The total funding available for this initiative is up to $5,514,000, with a minimum contribution of $750,000 required from U.S. educational institutions involved in technical advisory roles. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by June 20, 2022, at 09:00 am Hanoi Time, and can direct inquiries to Huyen T. Dang at hdang@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    hdang@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    72044022RFA00003_YSEALI-MLP_Q&A.pdf
    The document outlines the Questions & Answers related to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative - Mekong Leadership Program (YSEALI-MLP). It clarifies eligibility criteria for applicants, indicating that entities outside of the U.S., including those from ASEAN nations, can apply, although a portion of the funding is reserved for American educational institutions. Specific inquiries about the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM) address its potential roles, confirming it can either be a program beneficiary or a sub-recipient with a waiver. The funding also stipulates a minimum contribution of $750,000 for U.S. educational institutions involved in technical advisory programs. There are ongoing discussions regarding cost-sharing requirements, with USAID maintaining current stipulations despite concerns raised about the unknowns involved in the planning process. The document highlights expectations for collaborating with VNU-HCM and specifies that applicants only need to name the Chief of Party in proposals while being flexible regarding the operational presence on campus. Overall, the document serves to clarify operational and financial guidelines associated with this government initiative aimed at fostering leadership in Southeast Asia.
    Amendment 1_72044021RFA00003_YSEALI-MLP.pdf
    Amendment.pdf
    Amendment No. 01, issued on May 20, 2022, pertains to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. 72044022RFA00003 for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative - Mekong Leadership Program. The primary aim of this amendment is to respond to queries submitted during the question-and-answer period, as detailed in the attached document (Attachment 1). The amendment clarifies that all other information from the initial NOFO remains unchanged and in effect. This amendment reflects the USAID's commitment to engaging with interested parties and enhancing transparency in the funding process. The correspondence is signed by Bryan Moody, the Agreement Officer for USAID/Vietnam. Overall, the document underscores the importance of communication during the funding opportunity process while maintaining established guidelines and parameters for applicants.
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