Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAISB 21 AW 005 01262021
The Developing Female Leadership in Higher Education grant opportunity is a two-year, U.S. Department of State-funded initiative run through the U.S. Mission to Pakistan that aims to deepen U.S.-Pakistan ties by advancing education and womens empowerment, with a specific focus on strengthening female leadership in Pakistans higher education sector. The core idea is to move beyond one-off trainings by building an ongoing, self-sustaining community of Pakistani women academic leaders who have access to professional development, mentorship, and cross-border networks that support career advancement into senior leadership roles. A central Pakistani partner for implementation and long-term continuity is the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistans National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE).
The program is designed around two connected tracks: leadership development and network-building. On the leadership side, the project is expected to draw on recognized U.S. organizations with demonstrated expertise in promoting equity, inclusion, and excellence in higher education and in supporting women in academic leadership pathways. Over the two-year period, U.S. experts and mentors will engage at least 100 Pakistani women academic leaders through a blend of virtual and in-person activities. These engagements are meant to provide practical training, mentorship, and exposure to best practices used in the United States, while also creating opportunities for peer learning among Pakistani participants. The in-person components include U.S. experts traveling to Pakistan to deliver trainings, and a competitive cohort of 25 of the 100 participants traveling to the United States for more intensive training and mentoring. Participant selection will be coordinated with the U.S. Embassy and structured to maximize geographic representation across Pakistan, rather than concentrating opportunities in a single city or region.
On the network-building side, the project emphasizes creating a durable platform for professional growth that can continue beyond the grant period. The grantee is expected to help establish, strengthen, and sustain a virtual network that connects Pakistani women faculty and higher education leaders nationwide. This virtual platform is intended to serve as a hub for ongoing mentorship, resource-sharing, leadership opportunities, and relationship-building among participants and with U.S. counterparts. NAHE is expected to manage the virtual platform, reinforcing the projects goal of local ownership and long-term sustainability.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement, indicating an expectation of active collaboration and engagement with the funding agency during implementation rather than a hands-off grant structure. The opportunity number is SCAISB 21 AW 005 01262021, it was posted January 26, 2021 and originally closed March 29, 2021. The program anticipated a single award with a funding ceiling of $500,000. The CFDA listing is 19.501, and eligibility is described broadly as "Others" (with details referenced in the full announcement), signaling that the competition may be open to a range of organizational types that can credibly deliver leadership development, manage international exchanges, and build sustainable professional networks in partnership with Pakistani institutions.Apply for SCAISB 21 AW 005 01262021
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Developing Female Leadership in Higher Education" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 26, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 29, 2021. (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 $500,000.00 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Developing Female Leadership in Higher Education grant?
The Developing Female Leadership in Higher Education grant is a two-year, U.S. Department of State-funded initiative run through the U.S. Mission to Pakistan. It is designed to deepen U.S.-Pakistan ties by advancing education and women's empowerment, with a specific focus on strengthening female leadership in Pakistan's higher education sector.
What is the main goal of the program?
The program aims to move beyond one-off trainings by building an ongoing, self-sustaining community of Pakistani women academic leaders. This community is intended to provide continued access to professional development, mentorship, and cross-border networks that support advancement into senior leadership roles.
Who is the key Pakistani implementation partner?
A central Pakistani partner for implementation and long-term continuity is the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan's National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE).
How long is the project period?
The initiative is designed as a two-year program.
What are the main components (tracks) of the program?
The program is designed around two connected tracks: (1) leadership development and (2) network-building.
What does the leadership development track include?
The leadership development track is expected to engage recognized U.S. organizations with demonstrated expertise in promoting equity, inclusion, and excellence in higher education and in supporting women on academic leadership pathways. Over two years, U.S. experts and mentors will engage at least 100 Pakistani women academic leaders through a blend of virtual and in-person activities focused on practical training, mentorship, exposure to U.S. best practices, and peer learning.
How many participants will be engaged overall?
At least 100 Pakistani women academic leaders are expected to be engaged through the program over the two-year period.
Will there be in-person activities, or is it fully virtual?
The program is designed as a blend of virtual and in-person activities. In-person components include U.S. experts traveling to Pakistan to deliver trainings, as well as a participant exchange component where a cohort travels to the United States.
What role do U.S. experts and mentors play?
U.S. experts and mentors are expected to provide practical training and mentorship, share best practices used in the United States, and help create opportunities for peer learning among Pakistani participants.
Will any participants travel to the United States?
Yes. A competitive cohort of 25 out of the 100 participants is expected to travel to the United States for more intensive training and mentoring.
How are participants selected for the program?
Participant selection will be coordinated with the U.S. Embassy and structured to maximize geographic representation across Pakistan, rather than concentrating opportunities in a single city or region.
What is the purpose of the network-building track?
The network-building track focuses on creating a durable platform for professional growth that can continue beyond the grant period. It emphasizes building a sustainable network that supports mentorship, resource-sharing, leadership opportunities, and relationship-building among Pakistani women higher education leaders and with U.S. counterparts.
What is the virtual network/platform, and what will it be used for?
The project emphasizes establishing, strengthening, and sustaining a virtual network connecting Pakistani women faculty and higher education leaders nationwide. The virtual platform is intended to function as a hub for ongoing mentorship, resource-sharing, leadership opportunities, and professional relationship-building.
Who is expected to manage the virtual platform long-term?
NAHE is expected to manage the virtual platform, reinforcing the program's goal of local ownership and long-term sustainability beyond the grant period.
What type of funding instrument is used for this opportunity?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity offered as a cooperative agreement, which indicates an expectation of active collaboration and engagement with the funding agency during implementation.
What does "cooperative agreement" imply for implementation?
Based on the description provided, a cooperative agreement implies the funding agency expects active collaboration during implementation rather than a fully hands-off grant structure.
What is the opportunity number for this grant?
The opportunity number is SCAISB 21 AW 005 01262021.
When was the opportunity posted, and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on January 26, 2021 and originally closed on March 29, 2021.
How many awards were anticipated?
The program anticipated a single award.
What is the maximum funding amount available (funding ceiling)?
The funding ceiling for the anticipated award was $500,000.
What is the CFDA listing for this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 19.501.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described broadly as "Others," with additional details referenced in the full announcement. The description suggests the competition may be open to a range of organizational types capable of delivering leadership development, managing international exchanges, and building sustainable professional networks in partnership with Pakistani institutions.
What types of organizations are expected to be involved?
The project is expected to draw on recognized U.S. organizations with demonstrated expertise in equity, inclusion, and excellence in higher education and in supporting women in academic leadership pathways, alongside partnership with Pakistani institutions such as HEC/NAHE for implementation and sustainability.
What is emphasized regarding sustainability after the grant ends?
A major emphasis is long-term continuity and local ownership, particularly through establishing a virtual network that is expected to be managed by NAHE so it can continue supporting participants beyond the two-year grant period.
How does the program support U.S.-Pakistan ties?
The initiative is described as aiming to deepen U.S.-Pakistan ties by advancing education and women's empowerment and by building cross-border networks connecting Pakistani women academic leaders with U.S. experts and counterparts.
Is the program focused on one city or region in Pakistan?
No. Participant selection is intended to maximize geographic representation across Pakistan rather than concentrating opportunities in a single city or region.
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