Deadline: 21-Sep-20
The U.S. Mission in Iraq is announcing an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals to implement The English Language Investment and Training for Economic Success that improves the ability of local youth to find employment outside the public sector, including through entrepreneurship opportunities.
The program mainly focuses on developing human capital through organizing professional training courses provided by qualified trainers. The program elements will include recruitment of participants, English language classes (general English and business English), computer skills, general management skills (including, but not limited to general administration, human resources, marketing, finance), practicing of the management skills learned through shadowing in private sector settings, and a networking event and workshop to match participants with local private enterprises in Baghdad.
The Government of Iraq and the United States are jointly committed through the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement to establishing affiliations between Iraqi and U.S. institutions to promote and facilitate coordination in the field of higher education and scientific research.
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $12,840,000
- Award Ceiling: $12,840,000
Eligibility Criteria
- Applications must be submitted by U.S. public and private non-profit organizations.
- Applicants must:
- Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs;
- Have the capacity to operate in Iraq and have active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq needed to support the program.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=328777