Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS MSU PFSGPCB FY17
The PEPFAR Small Grants Program 2017-2018, Capacity Building opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS MSU PFSGPCB FY17) is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Mission to Maseru, Lesotho, specifically the Embassy's Special Projects Office. It was created on January 18, 2017, with an original application deadline of January 31, 2017. The program is listed under CFDA 19.029 and is categorized under the Health funding activity area, reflecting its connection to PEPFAR-supported community HIV-related work and broader health outcomes.
The Embassy is seeking one well-established, countrywide organization to serve as a capacity-building provider for a cohort of smaller PEPFAR Small Grant Program recipients. The selected implementer would be responsible for strengthening the organizational and operational performance of approximately 5 to 10 grantee groups. The emphasis is not on delivering direct services, but on building the ability of these local groups to plan, manage, and report on their projects effectively and consistently, which is often a critical gap for small community-based organizations working with donor funds.
The scope of the capacity-building support is clearly defined around core organizational competencies that commonly determine whether small grants translate into reliable results. The Embassy expects the awardee to train and mentor participating grantees in project management (planning activities, setting timelines and responsibilities, monitoring progress), financial management (budgeting, bookkeeping practices, internal controls, documentation of expenditures), and grants management (understanding grant requirements, compliance expectations, managing sub-activities and procurement in line with donor rules). In addition, the provider must address team-building and conflict resolution, acknowledging that internal governance issues and interpersonal disputes can derail implementation even when technical plans are sound. Reporting is also a major focus, meaning grantees should leave the program better able to produce timely, accurate narrative and financial reports that document activities, results, and spending in a way that meets donor standards.
Funding for the award is relatively small and targeted, with an award ceiling of $20,000 and only one expected award. That structure signals a single lead organization will be chosen to design and deliver the capacity-building package across multiple grantees, rather than funding multiple providers. Eligible applicants are described broadly as "Others," with eligibility details referenced as being clarified in an additional eligibility information field in the full notice. In practical terms, the notice indicates the Embassy is looking for an established organization with nationwide reach in Lesotho and demonstrated experience providing training, mentorship, and organizational development support, since the role requires working across several groups and delivering a consistent capacity-building approach.
Overall, this grant opportunity is best understood as a technical assistance and organizational strengthening project that supports the effectiveness and accountability of PEPFAR small grantees. The Embassy's goal is to ensure that selected community groups have the managerial and administrative capabilities needed to implement health-related grant activities successfully, handle funds responsibly, resolve internal challenges, and report results clearly, thereby improving performance and reducing implementation risk across the PEPFAR Small Grants portfolio.Apply for DOS MSU PFSGPCB FY17
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Maseru-Lesotho in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "PEPFAR Small Grants Program 2017-2018, Capacity Building, U.S. Embassy Maseru" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.029.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 18, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 31, 2017. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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