USAID Integrated Health Systems Strengthening RFP – Africa Region
USAID seeks partners to strengthen health systems in sub-Saharan Africa through integrated service delivery, health workforce development, and governance. The RFP focuses on building local capacity for sustainable health outcomes in maternal, neonatal, and child health, immunization, and pandemic preparedness.
Strategic Overview
USAID seeks partners to strengthen health systems in sub-Saharan Africa through integrated service delivery, health workforce development, and governance. The RFP focuses on building local capacity for sustainable health outcomes in maternal, neonatal, and child health, immunization, and pandemic preparedness.
Who is it For?
International NGOs, local NGOs, private sector firms, and universities with expertise in health system strengthening and capacity building.
Priorities
USAID's 2026 health strategy prioritizes self-reliance, local ownership, and data-driven decision-making to achieve UHC.
Eligibility
Applicants must have experience in health systems strengthening, past USAID awards, proven financial management systems, and ability to partner with local entities.
Path to Success
Phase 1 (Month 1-3): Strategic assessment and stakeholder mapping, using GSLI's Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies course to understand context. Phase 2 (Month 4-9): Deliver cascading training in Financial Management for NGOs and Grants Management to sub-grantees. Phase 3 (Month 10-12): Implement MEAL framework using GSLI's Monitoring & Evaluation course for accountability. Phase 4 (Year 2): Scale and sustain via leadership and governance training. GSLI's health and financial courses equip partners to manage complex USAID awards with fiscal integrity.
Recommended GSLI Courses
- Health in complex humanitarian emergencies
- Financial Management for NGOs
- Grants Management Training Workshop
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
Deadline: 2026-07-15
Persona: Public Health
Urgency: Normal