Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS KAZ AST ESF 16 001
Apply for DOS KAZ AST ESF 16 001
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Professional Training in the U.S. for English Speaking Kazakhstani Journalists" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 02, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 03, 2016. (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 $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan, announced a grant opportunity titled "Professional Training in the U.S. for English Speaking Kazakhstani Journalists" (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS KAZ AST ESF 16 001). The core purpose of this program is to fund an educational institution that can design and run a professional training initiative in the United States for journalists from Kazakhstan who already speak English. In practical terms, the project is meant to strengthen professional skills and expose participants to U.S. approaches, standards, and practices in journalism through a structured training experience hosted by an eligible institution.
This opportunity was issued as an earmark grant under CFDA 19.900 and falls under the funding activity category listed as "Other," indicating the program does not fit neatly into a single standard category and is described in more detail within the full solicitation materials. The Embassy is looking for a single implementing partner, with an expected number of awards listed as one, meaning the selected institution would likely serve as the primary organizer responsible for the overall program design, participant support, and delivery of training components.
Only public and state-controlled institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants. That eligibility requirement narrows the applicant pool to government-affiliated universities and similar public higher-education entities capable of administering a federally funded grant and coordinating an international training program. The successful applicant would be expected to have the institutional capacity to manage program logistics, provide an instructional framework, and ensure the training experience aligns with the Embassy's public diplomacy and professional development goals for Kazakhstani media professionals.
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $100,000. This ceiling suggests a moderately sized program budget intended to cover core training-related costs, which could include curriculum development, instructional delivery, coordination, and other program expenses consistent with the grant terms. Because only one award is anticipated, the ceiling also signals the Embassy's intent to fund one comprehensive project rather than multiple smaller efforts.
The opportunity was created on August 2, 2016, with an original application deadline of September 3, 2016. The short window between posting and closing indicates applicants needed to be prepared to respond quickly with a complete proposal package, including a program plan and budget that demonstrate the institution's ability to implement U.S.-based professional training specifically tailored to English-speaking journalists from Kazakhstan.
In summary, this grant opportunity is a Department of State-funded initiative administered by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan to support a U.S.-based professional training program for English-proficient Kazakhstani journalists. It is aimed at selecting one public, state-controlled higher-education institution to implement the training, with funding available up to $100,000 and a single award expected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Professional Training in the U.S. for English Speaking Kazakhstani Journalists."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOS KAZ AST ESF 16 001.
Which U.S. government entity is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to fund an educational institution that can design and run a professional training initiative in the United States for journalists from Kazakhstan who already speak English.
Who is the training intended for?
The training is intended for English-speaking (English-proficient) journalists from Kazakhstan.
Where is the training expected to take place?
The program is intended to be a U.S.-based professional training initiative, meaning the training experience is expected to take place in the United States.
What kind of organization is expected to implement the project?
An educational institution is expected to design and deliver a structured professional training experience hosted by the eligible institution.
What organizations are eligible to apply?
Only public and state-controlled institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.
Are private universities or non-government organizations eligible to apply?
No. Based on the eligibility statement provided, applicants must be public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
How many awards does the Embassy expect to make under this opportunity?
The expected number of awards is one, which indicates the Embassy anticipates selecting a single implementing partner.
What does it mean that only one award is expected?
It means one institution would likely serve as the primary organizer responsible for the overall program design, participant support, and delivery of the training components.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling is $100,000.
Is $100,000 guaranteed if selected?
The information provided lists $100,000 as the maximum award amount (the ceiling). It does not state that every award would be funded at the ceiling.
What types of activities or costs is the budget expected to support?
The description indicates the budget is intended to cover core training-related costs such as curriculum development, instructional delivery, coordination, and other program expenses consistent with the grant terms.
What is the focus of the training content?
The training is meant to strengthen professional skills and expose participants to U.S. approaches, standards, and practices in journalism through a structured training experience.
How is this opportunity categorized by funding activity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," indicating the program does not fit neatly into a single standard category and is described more fully in the solicitation materials.
What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The opportunity is issued as an earmark grant under CFDA 19.900.
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on August 2, 2016.
What was the application deadline?
The original application deadline was September 3, 2016.
How much time did applicants have to apply after the opportunity was posted?
Based on the dates provided, the posting-to-deadline window was about one month (from August 2, 2016 to September 3, 2016), indicating a relatively short application period.
What does the Embassy appear to be looking for in a successful applicant?
The successful applicant is expected to have the institutional capacity to manage program logistics, provide an instructional framework, and ensure the training aligns with the Embassy's public diplomacy and professional development goals for Kazakhstani media professionals.
Does the provided information specify the exact training length, schedule, or curriculum?
No. The summary describes the purpose and general intent of the program, but it does not provide specific details about duration, schedule, or a finalized curriculum.
Does the provided information specify participant selection methods or how journalists are nominated?
No. The information explains who the participants are (English-speaking Kazakhstani journalists) but does not describe the participant selection or nomination process.
Is this grant meant to fund multiple small projects or a single comprehensive program?
It appears intended to fund one comprehensive project, since only one award is expected and a single implementing partner is being sought.
What is the overall goal of the program from a broader perspective?
The program is a Department of State-funded initiative administered by the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan to support professional development for Kazakhstani media professionals by providing U.S.-based training and exposure to U.S. journalism practices and standards.
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