U.S. Embassy Bridgetown: EducationUSA Eastern Caribbean Regional Advising Program

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Barbados, is offering a cooperative agreement to support the implementation of the EducationUSA Eastern Caribbean Regional Advising Program. This initiative is part of the broader Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs funded under Assistance Listing 19.022, which aims to promote mutual understanding between the United States and other countries through educational exchange and outreach. The Embassy Bridgetown is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a part-time regional adviser based in Barbados, with responsibility for expanding access to U.S. higher education opportunities across the Eastern Caribbean. The primary purpose of this program is to strengthen educational ties and people-to-people connections between the United States and the Eastern Caribbean region. The selected adviser will provide both virtual and in-person advising services to prospective students, parents, and educators. The program emphasizes increasing awareness and understanding of U.S. higher education systems, application processes, and financial aid opportunities. It also aims to foster democratic values and cross-cultural engagement through educational pathways. The scope of work includes delivering a structured series of at least 24 monthly webinars over a two-year period, targeting a minimum of 1,000 participants. Additionally, the adviser will provide individualized and cohort-based advising services to at least 400 students and families, with the goal of increasing the number of complete applications and successful enrollments in U.S. institutions. The program also requires the development of partnerships with at least 15 U.S. universities and regional educational institutions, as well as support for outreach activities such as college fairs and educational events. Funding for this opportunity ranges from 20000 to 24500 dollars, with a total program funding of 24500 dollars and one expected award. The funding is intended to cover programmatic activities, outreach efforts, and administrative support necessary to achieve the stated objectives. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement associated with this grant, which lowers the barrier to entry for eligible applicants. The performance period is two years, during which all program goals and deliverables must be completed. Eligibility for this opportunity is limited to individuals, as explicitly stated in the grant notice. The selected applicant must demonstrate the capacity to manage regional advising services, conduct virtual programming, and build institutional partnerships. While additional eligibility criteria are not विस्तensively detailed in the notice, applicants are expected to possess relevant experience in education advising, international programs, or related fields. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov by the stated deadline. Applicants must prepare and submit all required documentation electronically, although specific components such as narratives, budgets, or forms are not detailed in the provided summary. The application deadline is July 24, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on June 16, 2026, indicating a relatively short application window. Interested applicants may contact Sabrina Gittens via email at BridgetownIRC@state.gov for assistance or clarification regarding the application process. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the summary, but applicants can reasonably infer that proposals will be assessed based on their ability to meet program objectives, demonstrate relevant experience, and effectively plan outreach and advising activities. The program does not indicate recurrence, suggesting this may be a one-time funding opportunity. Applicants should ensure timely submission and alignment with program goals to maximize competitiveness.