Deadline: 31 December 2016
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq is inviting eligible organizations to submit proposals to assist in the development and implementation of a business mentoring program in southern Iraq geared primarily toward female single heads of household who wish to start their own businesses or enter the job market.
U.S. Consulate General Basrah seeks to engage southern Iraqi women who are in positions of increased financial responsibility due to the loss of a family member to armed conflict, violent extremism, and/or sectarian violence. The goal is to enable Iraqi women to meet their essential economic needs and those of their families.
The objective of the program is to connect Iraqi women with mentors—preferably female—in the business community, who can teach skills and model strategies that will increase their participation in the local economy, including basic computer skills, resume building, and the use of social media and other online platforms.
Funding Information
- Subject to availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one grant for up to $250,000.00 for the base program (60 female participants in Basrah and 20 female participants in surrounding provinces for a one year program).
- Proposals should be scalable (both in terms of timeline and participant number) in the event that additional funding is available.
Project Phases
- Recruitment & Capacity Building Session
- Establishing Mentoring/Professionalism Coaching
- Follow Up Activities
- Final Phase and End of Grant Publicity
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must
- Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive;
- Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs;
- Have the capacity to operate in Iraq, or have or develop active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can send their applications at the address given on the website.
Eligible Countries: Iraq and United States.
For more information, please visit Women’s Small Business Mentoring Program.