USAID Advancing Learning Outcomes - MRAS

The Advancing Learning Outcomes in Africa (ALOA) procurement opportunity aims to provide analytical and implementation support services to USAID missions in the sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region and the Africa Regional Bureau (AFR/SD) Education team. The purpose is to assist with designing, implementing, and evaluating a full range of education programming, including early childhood education, basic and secondary education, workforce development, and higher education. The activity will address the USAID Education Policy priority of increasing access to quality education for marginalized and vulnerable populations in the SSA region. The period of performance for the activity is 5 years with an estimated funding level of $65,000,000.

The major components of the ALOA activity include providing analytical services such as sector assessments and fielding technical advisors and subject matter experts. It also involves capacity building support for missions and government partners to strengthen local education systems. The activity will focus on improving learning outcomes in various sub-sectors of education, including early childhood education, primary education, workforce development, and higher education. The Contractor will be responsible for expanding the evidence base for effective programming in these areas, determining the effectiveness of education interventions, and disseminating knowledge to target audiences and stakeholders.

The ALOA activity aligns with several USG priorities, including the USAID Disability Policy, USAID Education Policy, U.S. Government Strategy on International Basic Education, Higher Education Program Framework, National Strategy on Gender Equity and Equality, USAID Youth in Development Policy, Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity Strategy, USAID's New Partnership Initiative, and Digital Transformation with Africa. These priorities emphasize gender equity, inclusive development, evidence-based programming, capacity building, and coordination with local stakeholders.

Overall, the ALOA activity aims to strengthen leadership and capacity in education programming in the SSA region by providing technical support, expanding the evidence base for effective interventions, and increasing support to mission and Africa Bureau program implementation. The Contractor will work closely with USAID missions, education sector partners, and other stakeholders to achieve the performance objectives of the activity.