The Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) in sub-Saharan Africa call for proposals to support the establishment and operationalization of the Capacity Strengthening Hub

Scope

This funding opportunity supports the establishment and operationalization of the Capacity Strengthening Hub under Phase III of the Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI-3). The Hub will play a coordinating role in strengthening the research and innovation management capacities of Science Granting Councils (SGCs) across sub-Saharan Africa. 

Working under the strategic guidance of the Capacity Strengthening Committee (CSC) and in close collaboration with the Program Management Team (PMT), the Hub will coordinate annual capacity-strengthening plans, manage a digital-learning and knowledge-sharing platform and support monitoring, evaluation and learning related to institutional development. It will also facilitate communication, peer exchange and feedback across participating Councils and technical partners. 

The Hub will not directly deliver training, mentoring, or technical assistance, as these activities will be funded and implemented separately under SGCI-3. 

Eligibility

This funding opportunity is open to legally registered organizations based in sub-Saharan Africa, applying either individually or as the lead organization of a consortium, with demonstrated expertise in research and innovation management and experience supporting capacity strengthening of Science Granting Councils and public sector science, technology and innovation institutions. Applicants must have the legal authority to contract and manage funds and the capacity to work in English and French; additional eligibility requirements are outlined in the full call for proposals. 

More details

For more information, please read the detailed call for proposals document and frequently asked questions.  

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More questions? Please direct them to SGCSSA@idrc.ca.