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Africa Technology and Innovation Partnership (ATIP) Program which offers £100,001 to £500,000 in funding to Africans— How to Apply

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The six-year Africa Technology and Innovation Partnership (ATIP) Program (2020–2026) aims to fortify innovation ecosystems in Africa in order to promote economic expansion and technology-enabled enterprises capable of addressing development obstacles.

The FCDO is inviting bids for a Learning Partner to work with implementing partners to drive learning and synthesis efforts and drive collaborative and emergent learning and dissemination.


When is the Application Deadline?

Friday, December 6, 2024

Tell Me About The Opportunity:

The Africa Technology and Innovation Partnership (ATIP) Programme is seeking a Learning Partner for its final implementation year (2025-2026). The programme, running since 2020, focuses on strengthening innovation ecosystems across Africa to drive economic growth and technology-enabled solutions to development challenges.

The Learning Partner will:

  • Collaborate with ATIP programme partners to synthesize learning and insights.
  • Analyze data from diverse projects and geographies.
  • Deliver strategies for collaborative and emergent learning.
  • Disseminate findings and lessons to stakeholders for improved future investments.

Which Fields Are Eligible?

Innovation ecosystems, technology, research, livelihoods, private sector/business, and related fields.

Type:

Grant funding opportunity for non-profit organizations.

Read Also: Government of Ireland Postgraduate Research Scholarship 2025 

Who Can Apply for the Africa Technology and Innovation Partnership (ATIP) Program?

Eligible applicants include:

  • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • UK-based non-profit organizations.
  • Educational institutions.
  • Organizations based in Low to Middle-Income Countries (LMIC).

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • Strong leadership and team expertise in relevant fields.
  • Experience in research, learning methodologies, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis.
  • Proven ability to promote and communicate research findings effectively.
  • Knowledge of African innovation ecosystems.

How Are Applicants Selected?

Selection criteria include:

  • Quality and clarity of the proposal.
  • Demonstrated track record of delivering similar projects.
  • Strength of methodology, timeline, and budget.
  • Stakeholder engagement strategies and risk management plans.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Eligible countries are:

  • Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Tanzania.

Where Will the Award Be Taken?

Implementation will occur across eligible African countries.

How Many Awards?

Not specified.

What is the Value of the Award?

Grants between £100,001 and £500,000.

How Long Will the Project Last?

The project covers the final year of the ATIP programme, running 2025-2026.

How to Apply:

  1. Submit the following via email to nairobiProgrammeProcurement@fcdo.gov.uk:
    • Cover letter.
    • CVs of key team members.
    • A two-page proposal detailing the approach, methodology, timeline, and budget.
  2. Access the following documents for guidance:
    • Terms of Reference.
    • Proposal and Budget templates.
    • FCDO Due Diligence Guidance.
    • Other referenced documents.

Visit the Programme Webpage for Details:

Learning Partner for ATIP Programme

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  • Okechukwu Liberty is a graduate of Mass Communication and a content writer for AfterSchoolAfrica. He is dedicated to researching scholarship and empowerment opportunities for students looking to study abroad. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies and taking long walks with friends.

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This post was last modified on December 6, 2024 1:17 pm

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