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Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Activity

ID: 72029422RFA00001 • Type: Posted

Description

Posted: May 10, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EDT

TVET Activity Overall Goal

Upgraded TVET institutions provide the Palestinian labor force with market-driven technical and vocational skills, enabling graduates to productively engage in local and regional economies.

Anticipated Results:

At a minimum, the TVET Activity will achieve the following results:

  • TVET institutions responsive to the needs of the private sector and the effects of climate change;
  • New partnerships created between the TVET institutions and the private sector firms in targeted sectors;
  • Increased enrollment in TVET programs; and
  • Increased number of skilled graduates of new/updated TVET programs in targeted sectors.

Theory of Change/Development Hypothesis

IF we strengthen TVET institutions by upgrading training programs, introducing new in-demand programs, facilitating partnerships with the private sector, and increasing public awareness of TVET programs, THEN we increase the demand for TVET training, and the supply of qualified, employable TVET graduates.

Posted: May 10, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Posted: Feb. 22, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EST
Posted: Feb. 22, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EST
Background
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from qualified entities to implement the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program. The TVET Activity is intended to enable TVET institutions to meet labor market demands and provide Palestinians with meaningful, well-paying employment and income generating opportunities.

Grant Details
The TVET Activity will support the development of new technical training and improve the quality and relevancy of existing technical programs, with a particular focus on improving youth access. The Activity aims to achieve results such as TVET institutions being responsive to the needs of the private sector and climate change effects, creating new partnerships between TVET institutions and private sector firms, increasing enrollment in TVET programs, and increasing the number of skilled graduates in targeted sectors. The Activity will target non-governmental TVET institutions in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem, focusing on levels 1-4 of TVET institutions. The Recipient will conduct a 'Technical Needs Assessment' to assess each beneficiary TVET institution and partner private sector firms to determine capacity, program quality, climate change integration, demand for technicians, potential linkages with U.S. higher education/TVET institutions, and approaches to facilitate female enrollment. The Recipient will also be responsible for conducting infrastructure modifications to TVET facilities with a total value not exceeding $2.4 million.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility for this award is not restricted. Interested entities are encouraged to read the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) thoroughly to understand the type of program sought, application submission requirements, and selection process. The Applicant must provide all information as required in this NOFO and meet eligibility standards in Section C of this NOFO.

Grant Value
The total value of all infrastructure related activities under this award shall not exceed $2.4 million.

Place of Performance
The TVET Activity will be implemented in the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem.
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Overview

Agency
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Category of Funding
Education
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
98.001 - USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
True
Source
Grants.gov
On 5/10/22 U.S. Agency for International Development posted grant opportunity 72029422RFA00001 for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Activity with funding of $30.0 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas. It is expected that one grant will be made.

Timing

Posted Date
May 10, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
June 22, 2022, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Last Updated
May 25, 2022, 4:31 p.m. EDT
Version
2
Archive Date
July 21, 2022

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$30,000,000
Floor
Not Listed
Estimated Program Funding
$30,000,000
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
Nevine Zakariya Grantor
Contact Email
nzakariya@usaid.gov   Profile
Email Description
WBGTVET-ING@usaid.gov
Contact Phone
972- 3-511-4861

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