Sustainable Skills for Sustainable Communities – An Education Skills Program in support of the sustainable economic diversification of vulnerable communities in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
ID: 358214Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

South Africa USAID-Pretoria (USAID-SAF)

Award Range

$0 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358214
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is offering a funding opportunity through the Sustainable Skills for Sustainable Communities program, aimed at supporting economic diversification in vulnerable communities in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The initiative seeks to develop accredited or industry-endorsed skills programs with a focus on green skills, enhance employability through practical work experiences, and foster partnerships with the private sector to ensure sustainable employment outcomes for marginalized groups. With a total funding amount of up to $5 million, eligible organizations are invited to submit concept notes by February 18, 2025, with inquiries due by January 30, 2025. Interested parties can contact Sandile S Dladla at sdladla@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    sdladla@usaid.gov
    Files
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    NOFO.pdf
    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for up to $5 million through the Sustainable Skills for Sustainable Communities program. This initiative aims to support private sector engaged skills programs that promote economic diversification in vulnerable communities in Mpumalanga, South Africa, amidst a transition from fossil fuels. Eligible organizations are invited to submit concept notes by February 18, 2025, with inquiries due by January 30, 2025. The process involves a two-phase selection: initial concept note evaluation followed by co-creation of full applications. The program targets the development of industry-aligned skills necessary for youth and affected workers as coal jobs decline, emphasizing partnerships with private sector entities and local organizations to ensure sustainable employment outcomes. Key objectives include creating accredited skills programs, providing practical work experiences tailored to industry needs, and enhancing the employability of marginalized groups. Successful applications should demonstrate strong private sector ties, local collaboration, and a commitment to equitable growth within the framework of South Africa's Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan. This NOFO exemplifies USAID's commitment to fostering inclusive economic growth and resilience in the face of climate change.
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