Country-wide Management of English for Workforce Development Program in Pakistan
Agency: U.S. Mission to Pakistan
- 19.501 -- Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The Regional English Language Office (RELO) in the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy Islamabad of the U.S. Department of State (hereafter referred to as “RELO Pakistan”) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). This grant is for the countrywide management of the English Works! program, in collaboration with in-country educational service providers. The target demographic for this project is under-employed and unemployed young adults ages 17-25. Participants will be identified and/or selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates from across Pakistan. In-country educational service providers that conduct the classes are also selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates. (Note: Throughout this NOFO, schools, NGOs, and other partners will be referred to as "in-country educational service providers.")
RELO Pakistan’s purpose in funding projects under this opportunity is to improve human capacity by creating a better educated and more skillful workforce. This program will increase participants’ English language proficiency and employability, enabling them to become more productive members of their community and society.
Based on funding availability, this English Works! project will provide a foundation of English language and vocational skills to underserved youth, ages 17-25. The six-month, 240-hour program boosts English language proficiency, develops computer literacy skills, and builds job market knowledge and confidence. Since launching in 2015, over 4,000 Pakistani youth have graduated from the English Works! program with more marketable skills, leading to greater employability.
RELO Pakistan invites all eligible organizations (see Section C for Eligibility Requirements) to submit proposals for grants that address the objective(s) listed below.
Proposed budget cannot exceed $2,000,000 and will have a project duration of up to two years.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
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Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| 01._SF424B-V1.1.pdf | 01c. SF424B | Feb 27, 2023 09:55 AM UTC |
| 02._Applicant_Organizational_Information_Survey.docx | 02. Applicant Organizational Information Survey | Feb 27, 2023 09:56 AM UTC |
| 03._ME_PMP_Template_Excel_Version.xlsx | 03b. M&E PMP Template (Excel Version) | Feb 27, 2023 09:57 AM UTC |
| 3.1._ME_PMP_Template__Instructions.docx | 3.1 M&E PMP Template - Instructions | Feb 27, 2023 09:58 AM UTC |
| 01._SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf | 01a. SF424 | Feb 27, 2023 09:55 AM UTC |
| 01._SF424A-V1.0.pdf | 01b. SF424A | Feb 27, 2023 09:55 AM UTC |
| 03._ME_PMP_Template.docx | 03a. M&E PMP Template | Feb 27, 2023 09:59 AM UTC |
| DOS_-_Mission_Pakistan_-_PDS_-_RELO_-_English_for_Workforce_Development_Program_in_Pakistan.pdf | Notice of Funding Opportunity | Feb 27, 2023 10:01 AM UTC |
| 04._Budget_Narrative_Sample_Template.xlsx | 04. Budget Narrative Sample Template | Feb 27, 2023 09:59 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Archived: May 28, 2023
Award
$2,000,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$1,500,000
Award Minimum
$2,000,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
SCAISB-23-AW-003-02272023
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Public Diplomacy
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
February 27, 2023
Archive date:
May 28, 2023
