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Grant for Administration of EducationUSA Graduate Opportunity Funds Program (Zimbabwe & U.S.)

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Harare, is seeking a grantee to administer the EducationUSA Graduate Opportunity Funds Program for Zimbabwean students. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Harare, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Overview: - $75,000 grant to support high-achieving Zimbabwean university students applying to U.S. graduate programs - Two main phases: - Advising and logistical support for 25 students (standardized test fees, application fees, transcript evaluations, counseling) - Travel logistics for approximately 15 students (visa and SEVIS fees, international airfare, settling-in allowances) - Activities to be conducted in both Zimbabwe (primarily Harare) and the United States - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to U.S. and Zimbabwean nonprofits, educational institutions, and individuals affiliated with universities - Applicants must be registered on SAM.gov and have a DUNS number - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for program administration and student support services - Unique Requirements: - Coordination with EducationUSA advisers in Harare - Management of both financial and logistical aspects for student support - Compliance with U.S. government grant registration requirements

Description

The U.S. Embassy, Public Diplomacy Section, Harare, Zimbabwe is soliciting proposals from organizations working with college and university students to promote U.S. higher education opportunities for high-achieving Zimbabwean university students. The program involves administering $75,000 in Opportunity Funds to assist students with upfront costs such as standardized tests, application fees, and travel logistics for study in the U.S. The project includes two phases: advising and logistical support for 25 students, and managing travel arrangements for approximately 15 students. The program duration is 24 months, starting September 15, 2021, and activities must take place in Zimbabwe and the U.S.

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