Opportunity Information: Apply for SCA 13 07
Apply for SCA 13 07
- The OASAM in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "African Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 17, 2013 and posted on Jul 1, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 18, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,000,000.00 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).
- Any commercial, international, educational, or non profit organization(s), including any faith based, community based, or public international organization(s), capable of successfully implementing youth empowerment and development projects is eligible to apply. Organizations applying for this award must demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex projects in developing countries through actions that support these aims. This SCA is for the award of a new cooperative agreement with specific project objectives and outcomes as outlined in this SCA. As such, Applicants may not submit applications to renew or supplement an existing project. Public International Organizations (PIOs) are eligible to apply. However, USDOL requires that PIOs and all other entities that elect to apply for this grant opportunity adhere to the specific requirements outlined in this SCA concerning audits and counter terrorism. In negotiation an award with a PIO, USDOL will discuss the inclusion of appropriate language acknowledging the rights and privileges as currently established and afforded to PIOs by the U.S. Government in accordance with U.S. law. Applicants and any proposed subgrantees or subcontractors must comply with all audit requirements, including those established in Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A 133. Applicants must also demonstrate in country presence either independently or through a relationship with another organization with country presence (i.e., a subgrantee or subcontractor) enabling them to initiate program activities upon award of the cooperative agreement (see Section IV. Application and Submission Information). The following Applicants (including subgrantees/subcontractors) will not be considered Foreign governments and entities that are agencies of, or operated by or for, a foreign state or government. Organizations designated by the U.S. Government to be associated with terrorism or that have been debarred or suspended. Applicants charging a fee (profit) associated with a project funded by USDOL under this award.
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Opportunity Summary:
The African Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative (Funding Opportunity Number SCA-13-07) was a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) competitive grant opportunity from Fiscal Year 2013 focused on reducing exploitative child labor in Uganda among older adolescents ages 15 to 18. Up to $3,000,000 in total funding was made available for a technical assistance project implemented through a cooperative agreement, with an expectation of one award. The core idea was to help vulnerable youth who are at risk of, or involved in, exploitative labor build practical, marketable skills so they can transition toward decent work, remain engaged with education where appropriate, and develop into civic-minded leaders within their communities.
The project was designed to combine several connected strategies rather than addressing child labor in isolation. Key program elements included promoting education and vocational training for youth ages 15 to 18, supporting pathways into decent work for those who are of legal working age, and strengthening household livelihoods so families are less economically pressured to rely on harmful or exploitative work by adolescents. In addition to workforce and education outcomes, the initiative also emphasized youth civic engagement, aiming to encourage participants to take on leadership roles, participate constructively in community life, and contribute to local solutions that protect young people and expand opportunity. Importantly, applicants were required to select target districts from USAID/Uganda "Focus Districts," aligning the initiative geographically with existing U.S. development priorities and potentially enabling stronger coordination with other programs on the ground.
From a broader perspective, the initiative was intended as a pilot model for youth empowerment and development that could be replicated in other African countries if successful. The activity category was Employment, Labor and Training, and it did not require cost sharing or matching funds. Because it was a cooperative agreement, awardees would typically be expected to work closely with USDOL/ILAB during implementation, with more federal involvement and coordination than is common under a standard grant.
Eligibility was intentionally broad but came with clear restrictions and capacity expectations. Applications could be submitted by commercial organizations, international organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofit entities, including faith-based, community-based, and public international organizations, as long as they could demonstrate the ability to implement youth empowerment and development projects effectively. Applicants needed to show a proven track record managing complex projects in developing-country contexts and to demonstrate an in-country presence in Uganda either directly or through a partner such as a subgrantee or subcontractor, so activities could begin promptly after award. The funding was explicitly for a new project; applicants could not use this opportunity to renew or supplement an existing USDOL-funded project.
Several categories of applicants were not eligible. Foreign governments and entities that function as agencies of, or are operated by or for, a foreign state were excluded. Organizations associated with terrorism, or that had been debarred or suspended by the U.S. Government, were also excluded. In addition, applicants could not charge a fee or profit on a USDOL-funded project under this award. All applicants and proposed subrecipients had to comply with U.S. audit requirements (including OMB Circular A-133 as referenced in the announcement) and specific USDOL requirements related to audits and counter-terrorism. Public International Organizations were eligible, but would need to follow the same compliance framework, with USDOL noting that appropriate language acknowledging PIO rights and privileges could be addressed during award negotiations consistent with U.S. law.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted July 1, 2013, with an original closing date of October 1, 2013, later extended to October 18, 2013, and it was archived November 17, 2013. The award ceiling was $3,000,000 and the award floor was $0, indicating flexibility in proposed budgets up to the maximum. The grant specialist contact listed for access issues and questions was Lloyd Sabino (202-693-4570; ops.grantoffice@dol.gov), and the additional information link referenced the ILAB website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the African Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative (Funding Opportunity Number SCA-13-07)?
It was a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL), Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) competitive grant opportunity from Fiscal Year 2013. The initiative focused on reducing exploitative child labor in Uganda by supporting older adolescents (ages 15 to 18) with practical pathways toward safer, more sustainable livelihoods and development.
What problem was this opportunity intended to address?
The opportunity targeted exploitative child labor affecting older adolescents in Uganda. It aimed to reduce adolescents' involvement in harmful or exploitative labor by combining skills development, education and training supports, and household livelihood strengthening.
Who was the target population for the project?
The primary target population was vulnerable youth ages 15 to 18 in Uganda who were at risk of, or already involved in, exploitative labor.
What were the main goals of the initiative?
The initiative aimed to help vulnerable youth build practical, marketable skills so they could transition toward decent work, stay engaged with education where appropriate, and develop into civic-minded leaders within their communities.
What types of strategies or activities were expected under this project?
The project was designed to combine connected strategies rather than addressing child labor in isolation. Key elements included promoting education and vocational training for youth ages 15 to 18, supporting pathways into decent work for those of legal working age, strengthening household livelihoods to reduce economic pressure that can lead to exploitative work, and encouraging youth civic engagement and leadership.
Did the initiative focus only on workforce outcomes?
No. In addition to education and workforce-related outcomes, the initiative emphasized youth civic engagement, encouraging participants to take leadership roles, participate constructively in community life, and contribute to local solutions that protect young people and expand opportunity.
Where in Uganda was the project expected to operate?
Applicants were required to select target districts from USAID/Uganda "Focus Districts," aligning the project geographically with existing U.S. development priorities and supporting coordination with other programs.
How much funding was available under this opportunity?
Up to $3,000,000 in total funding was available for a technical assistance project implemented through a cooperative agreement. The opportunity anticipated one award.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The announcement indicated an expectation of one award.
What was the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling was $3,000,000. The award floor was listed as $0, indicating flexibility in proposed budgets up to the maximum amount.
What type of funding instrument was used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The award was to be implemented through a cooperative agreement. This structure typically involves closer coordination and involvement by USDOL/ILAB during implementation than a standard grant.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What was the activity category for this funding opportunity?
The activity category was Employment, Labor and Training.
Was this intended to be a pilot or a one-off effort?
The initiative was intended as a pilot model for youth empowerment and development that could be replicated in other African countries if successful.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included commercial organizations, international organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofit entities (including faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, and public international organizations), provided they could demonstrate the capacity to implement youth empowerment and development projects effectively.
What capacity or experience did applicants need to demonstrate?
Applicants needed to show a proven track record managing complex projects in developing-country contexts and demonstrate an in-country presence in Uganda, either directly or through a partner (such as a subgrantee or subcontractor), so activities could start promptly after award.
Did applicants need to have an in-country presence in Uganda?
Yes. The announcement required an in-country presence in Uganda, either directly or through a partner such as a subgrantee or subcontractor.
Could an applicant use this funding to renew or supplement an existing USDOL-funded project?
No. The funding was explicitly for a new project. Applicants could not use this opportunity to renew or supplement an existing USDOL-funded project.
Which applicants were not eligible?
Foreign governments and entities functioning as agencies of, or operated by or for, a foreign state were not eligible. Organizations associated with terrorism, or that had been debarred or suspended by the U.S. Government, were also excluded.
Could an organization charge a fee or profit on a USDOL-funded project under this award?
No. The announcement stated that applicants could not charge a fee or profit on a USDOL-funded project under this award.
Were there audit and compliance requirements?
Yes. All applicants and proposed subrecipients had to comply with U.S. audit requirements, including OMB Circular A-133 as referenced in the announcement, as well as specific USDOL requirements related to audits and counter-terrorism.
Were Public International Organizations (PIOs) eligible, and were there special considerations?
Public International Organizations were eligible and were expected to follow the same compliance framework. The announcement noted that appropriate language acknowledging PIO rights and privileges could be addressed during award negotiations consistent with U.S. law.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on July 1, 2013.
What was the original closing date, and was it extended?
The original closing date was October 1, 2013, and it was later extended to October 18, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on November 17, 2013.
Who was the listed point of contact for access issues and questions?
The listed grant specialist contact was Lloyd Sabino. Phone: 202-693-4570. Email: ops.grantoffice@dol.gov.
Where was additional information referenced?
The announcement referenced the ILAB website via an "additional information" link.
What was the central approach to reducing exploitative labor among adolescents in this initiative?
The approach centered on equipping vulnerable youth with practical, marketable skills, promoting education and vocational training, enabling pathways into decent work where legally appropriate, and strengthening household livelihoods so families are less pressured to rely on exploitative adolescent labor, alongside a strong emphasis on civic engagement and leadership.
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