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Management of FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for U.S. Department of State

This opportunity seeks a qualified U.S. nonprofit or educational institution to manage the FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA): - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), Office of Academic Exchange Programs - Program Overview: - Design, implement, and oversee the Humphrey Fellowship Program, a Fulbright exchange initiative for mid-career professionals from priority countries - Includes both an academic year fellowship (approx. 106 fellows) and two short-term Distinguished Humphrey Fellowship Program (DHFP) cohorts (approx. 12 fellows each) - Focus on professional development, leadership, and advancing U.S. foreign policy interests - Services Requested: - Full program management: recruitment, selection, placement at U.S. host universities/organizations, professional development, alumni engagement, communications, fiscal oversight, and performance monitoring - Plan and implement a two-day Global Leadership Forum in Washington, D.C. - Develop and deliver two thematic short-term DHFP programs (approx. 18 days each) - Collect and report on MODE Framework indicators (demographics, skills, alumni engagement, etc.) using surveys and administrative data - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Applicants must have at least four years of experience conducting international exchanges - Compliance with ECA grant guidelines and performance monitoring requirements - No cost sharing required - Registration in SAM.gov and submission of specific proposal documents - Estimated award amount: approximately $10,250,000 for up to 36 months, with potential renewal for two additional years - Place of performance and key activities centered in Washington, D.C., with program delivery at U.S. host universities and organizations

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is seeking proposals for one cooperative agreement to design, implement, and oversee the FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This program brings influential professionals from priority countries to the U.S. for graduate-level study and professional experiences at host universities and organizations, aiming to build strategic partnerships and advance U.S. foreign policy goals. The fellowship includes a longer-term academic year component and a shorter-term Distinguished Humphrey Fellowship Program, both fostering skills to promote stability, economic growth, and cooperation on global challenges. The award supports program implementation for up to 36 months with an anticipated funding amount of approximately $10,250,000.

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