This grant offers individuals with disabilities in Bosnia and Herzegovina the opportunity to receive specialized training for meaningful cybersecurity careers. It addresses a significant shortage of skilled professionals in both public and private sectors in BiH, while simultaneously fostering improved social inclusion through employment. The program will adopt a train-to-place model, utilizing best practices for individualized learning styles, reasonable accommodations, and modern technology solutions. This initiative aims to invest in an untapped talent pipeline, developing the country’s workforce and promoting future success. It also seeks to challenge existing notions about the capabilities of people with disabilities in fast-paced technology jobs, demonstrating their potential to compete effectively.
Opportunity ID: 350323
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | BH-01-2023-4 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Training People with Disabilities for Cybersecurity Jobs in Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | -Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity is crucial in today’s digital world due to the increasing reliance on technology, the proliferation of digital threats from malign actors, and the potential for significant financial, reputational, and operational damage resulting from cyberattacks. It is a constantly evolving field that requires ongoing efforts to stay ahead of new and emerging threats. -Workforce Development: The shortage of 3.5 million cybersecurity professionals worldwide has a significant impact in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where the cybersecurity environment is underdeveloped, and talent pipelines need to be strengthened. Addressing this is essential both for the country’s security and to develop a steady pipeline of qualified candidates to meet employers’ needs. This is a key component of economic growth and development in BiH. -Social Inclusion: People with disabilities in BiH face numerous barriers to educational opportunities, workforce participation, and social inclusion. By providing people with disabilities an opportunity for access to training and certification, we can help integrate them into the 21st century workforce while supporting the broader inclusion of a traditionally marginalized population into society. -Reconciliation: Participation in the program will foster a network of cybersecurity professionals in many parts of the country, supporting reconciliation while improving BiH’s cyber resiliency. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.900 — AEECA/ESF PD Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 26, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 27, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Oct 27, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | Nov 26, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), civil society organizations (including think tanks), and educational institutions are welcomed to apply for this funding opportunity. Other organizations may apply if in partnership with non-governmental, civil society organizations, and educational institutions. Applications may be from a single entity or a consortium, though individual entities may only participate in one application for this award. We especially encourage organizations from smaller and remote communities to apply for this program. All organizations must be based and legally registered in BiH. U.S.-based or other donor country organizations and individuals are not eligible for grants under this program. Grants are generally awarded only to organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Description: |
This program would afford individuals with disabilities the opportunity to receive training that would result in a meaningful career with vast potential and a demonstrable shortage of skilled individuals. Drawing on best practices for individualized learning styles, reasonable accommodation approaches, and technology solutions, this program should follow a-train-to-place model for public and private sector employers in BiH. This is an opportunity to invest in an untapped talent pipeline, developing the country’s workforce, and investing in future success, while shattering notions that people with disabilities cannot compete for fast paced technology jobs and careers. The project addresses a clear need in the public and private sector for cybersecurity professionals and provides people with disabilities improved social inclusion opportunities through employment. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Edin Gurda
Resource Coordinator Assistant Phone 0038733704000 Email:GurdaE@state.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 350323 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> NOFO-Cybersecurity.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> SF424A-V1.0.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> SF424 Instructions.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> SF424A-V1.0-Instructions.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> SF424B-V1.1.pdf
Folder 350323 Other Supporting Documents-Application Package -> ApplicationForm-Cybersecurity.pdf
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