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Proposal Application
Summary
Project ID SIFA-FW3-C1-2022-0904

Title -

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Developer Bellamine Moez ([email protected])

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SIFA FW3/CfP/1/2022 Proposal

This SIFA FW3 Call for Proposals (Call identifier SIFA FW3/CFP/1/2022) is the first Call of Funding Window III from the SIFA FC Financing Facility. It is designed
to support the take-up of innovative solutions in the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) that will contribute to employment-oriented
skills development. More specifically, SIFA FW3 is looking to fund projects with products, services, or processes existing at the prototype and/or concept stage
but requiring testing in a real-life environment with users. The SIFA FW3-funded project will help the project owners seek clarity on technical features and
business models before the final market roll-out.
The technical and financial feasibility of a TVET innovation using the SIFA FW3 grant is established via the
pilot project, demonstrating, and validating the conditions to be fulfilled at the market for the deployment. This Call requires you to propose a product, service, or
process that exists at a minimum at the prototype and/or concept stage, but that still requires validation and testing in a real-life environment with users and
consumers via a practical project. Alternatively, the project can be based on an already existing product, service, or process that is proposed to be transferred
into a new geographical location or for the benefit of a new user group.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE FILLING OUT THE PROPOSAL

• This Call is open to entities that are existing organisations and registered in one or more of the eight SIFA partner countries. • Make sure you fulfill all the eligibility criteria as specified
in the Guide for Applicants before applying. • The deadline for this proposal (6.2.2023 at 23.59 SAST / GMT+2) is displayed on the countdown timer in the bottom left corner of the
Proposal page. No proposal received after this time will be considered for funding. • Fields marked with * are mandatory.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION BEFORE APPLYING:

1. SIFA FW3 Guide for Applicants

https://skillsafrica.org/img/EU-SIFA-FW3-CFP1-Guide-for-Applicants_English.pdf
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/img/EU-SIFA-GF3-AAP1-Guide-du-candicat_FR.pdf

2. SIFA FW3 Call for Proposals Text

https://skillsafrica.org/img/EU-SIFA-FW3-Call-for-Proposals-1_English.pdf
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/img/EU-SIFA-GF3-Appel-%C3%A0-propositions-1_FR.pdf

3. SIFA FW3 Results Framework Guide

https://www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_FW3_CFP1_Guidelines-to-Results-Framework_EN.pdf#asset:1115
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_GF3_AAP1_Instructions-sur-le-cadre_FR.pdf#asset:1116

4. SIFA FW3 Guidelines to SmartME Application Submission

https://www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_FW3_CFP1_Guidelines-for-SmartME-Submission_EN.pdf#asset:1111
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_GF3_AAP1_Instructions-pour-la-soumission-de-demandes-SmartME_FR.pdf#asset:1112

5. SIFA FW3 Project Budget Template

https://www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_FW3_CFP1_Project-Budget-Table_EN.xlsx#asset:1113
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_GF3_AAP1_Tableau-budgetaire-du-project_FR.xlsx#asset:1114

6. Guidelines to Eligible and Non-Eligible Costs

https://www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_FW3_CFP1_Guidelines-to-Eligible-and-Non-Eligible-Costs_EN.pdf#asset:1109
French Version: www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_GF3_AAP1_Instructions-relatives-aux-co%C3%BBts-admissibles-et-non-admissibles_FR.pdf#asset:1110
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7. KfW Integrity and Compliance Policy

https://www.kfw.de/About-KfW/Arbeitsweise-und-Unternehmensf%C3%BChrung/Integrity-Compliance/

Structure of the Proposal

The proposal has three parts and Annexes. Full details about preparing these parts are described in the application and in the guides. Part A, B and C are the same for all proposals
regarding the thematic area.

Part A (Project & Partnership Data)

This is a set of questions that collect administrative information about the proposal and the Partnership, e.g. proposal name, names, and addresses of the Lead Partner and/or project
members. It also provides a brief description of the work, the participants and their roles in carrying out the work, and the total funding requested divided by the partnership and cost
categories (Project Budget Table). By submitting the proposal, the applicant agrees that this information may be encoded in a structured database for further computer processing to
produce statistics and evaluation reports to support the evaluators and the AUDA-NEPAD services during the evaluation process; as well as to generate reports for negotiation.

Part B (Project Overview)

This provides an overview of the proposed project explaining why it is proposed and needed and the reasons for carrying out the work; explaining innovativeness, sustainability,
anticipated results and value for money, including the benefits that will accrue for the expected end-beneficiaries.

Part C (Implementation & Work Plan)

This describes the draft work plan, results framework including planned project phase(s) and the nature of the proposed work in each phase.

PART A - Project & Partnership Data

1. General Data
1.1 Call Theme * ?
  Theme 1 – Digital Tools & Skills
  Theme 2 – Female Entrepreneurship and Employability
  Theme 3 - Training Innovation in Informal Sectors

1.2 Project Title *

State the name of your project in 10 words or less.

1.3 Project Acronym *

State the name of your project in 10 letters of the alphabet or less.

1.4 Project Summary *

Provide a brief summary of the proposed project including its technical features and what is innovative about the project. How will the project contribute to the delivery of TVET and
subsequently to higher productivity, employability, and job promotion in your chosen target market?

1.5 Countries of Implementation *

Project activities are to be implemented in a minimum of ONE of the SIFA partner countries.

1.6 Implementation Period *

months
Please note that the project implementation period is between 12 and 18 months. Projects longer than 18 months will not be considered for funding.
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1.7 Sector Focus *

State which sector/sectors your project will be focused on. SIFA FW3 is not targeting specific sectors but we like to know which area your TVET service, product, or process is
contributing to.

  Tourism
  Health
  Energy
  Education
  Agriculture
  Government Services
  Information and Communication Technologies
  Urban Development
  Other

If ‘Other’, please specify

1.8 Total Project Cost * 1.9 Amount Requested from SIFA *

Euro Euro
This is the cost of the entire project inclusive of SIFA funding and matching (counterpart) State the grant amount that the project will request from SIFA in Euros. Important, please
funding. Note that the requested grant amount should not exceed 90% of the total project note the minimum and maximum grant amounts that can be requested per Call Theme are
cost, and the total matching funding should equal 10% of the total cost. Funding should be stipulated in the SIFA FW3 Guide for Applicants.
indicated in Euros.

1.10 Matching (Counterpart) Funding Provided by the Project *

Euro
State what percentage of matching funding will be provided by the project in Euros. The minimum required matching funding is 10% and can be provided in cash or in kind. Evidence
needs to be provided for matching funding before the Implementation Agreement can be signed.

1.10.1 Description of Matching (Counterpart) Funding. *

Specify what type of matching funding is being proposed. Examples of types of matching funding are - in cash and/or bank guarantee deposited at specific project bank account or co-
financing of invoices; implementation of complementary (in-kind) measures that can be quantified in cash terms, payment of taxes (e.g., VAT, import duties and other public charges)
on works, goods and services rendered to the project, normal/recurring costs, such as salaries for additional project-related staff, and utility charges (e.g., water, electricity, heating) for
the duration of the project.

1.10.2 Commitment Letter for Matching (Counterpart) Funding *

The Commitment Letter should be a proof that details the complementary (in-kind) measures and indicates the Tax/VAT registration number of the Lead Partners. In cash and/or bank
guarantee is a proof of funding deposited at specific project bank account.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

2. Project Partnership
2.1 LEAD PARTNER
The Lead Partner leads the Partnership and has the responsibility to keep the Project Members informed of the progress and undertakings throughout the proposal process. The Lead
proposal must be a registered legal entity from a SIFA partner country.

2.1.1 Name of Organisation *

State the registered name of the organisation

2.1.2 Country of Registration *

Please select
The Lead Applicant must be a legal entity registered in a SIFA partner country.
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2.1.3 Type of Organisation *

  Private Company
  Public Organisation
  Non-Governmental Organisation
  Non-Profit Organisation
  Social Enterprise
  University/Research Institute
  Other

If ‘Other’, please specify

2.1.4 Short Description of the Organisation *

Describe, in no more than 300 words, your organisation including its history, structure, main activities, mission statement and clients/customers.

2.1.5 Project Coordinator & Function in the Project *

Provide the name and surname of the individual responsible for the project in the organisation of the Lead Partners. Explain the individual’s role in the project. Note that the Project
Coordinator is an individual who is working full-time on the project and is responsible for its day-to-day implementation.

2.1.6 Position/Job Title * 2.1.7 Email Address *

State the position of the Project Coordinator in the organisation of the Lead Partner, e.g., Provide the Project Coordinator's email address.
CEO, Founder, Operations Manager, etc.

2.1.8 Contact Number (s) * 2.1.9 Website

Provide the address of your organisation’s website

2.1.10 Street address *

2.1.11 Postal code

2.1.12 City *

2.1.13 Country *
Please select
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2.1.14 Gender of Project Coordinator *

2.1.15 Human Resource Capacity *

Indicate the number of planned staff who will be directly involved with the proposed project on a full time/part time, contract, or permanent basis (Technical, Planning,
Management/Supervision and Procurement Staff). These people include all staff from organisations that are part of the Project Partnership.

2.2 PROJECT MEMBERS

If the project has members, it is mandatory to list all the organisations that are involved in the implementation of the project as members. To add more partner organisations, click on
“Add Row.” For projects that do not have members it is not required to fill this section in.
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2.2.1 Name of Organisation 2.2.2 Country of Registration

State the registered name of the organisation

2.2.3 Type of Organisation *

  Private Company
  Public Organisation
  Non-Governmental Organisation
  Non-Profit Organisation
  Social Enterprise
  University/Research Institute
  Other

If ‘Other’, please specify

2.2.4 Short Description of the Organisation

Describe, in no more than 300 words, your organisation including its history, structure, main activities, mission statement and clients/customers.

2.2.5 Representative Name & Function in the Project

Provide the name and surname of the individual(s) representing the member's organisation. Explain individual’s role in the project. Note that the Representative is an individual who
is working full/part-time for the project and is responsible for day-to-day implementation of part of the project or its component.

2.2.6 Position/Job Title 2.2.7 Email Address

Provide the representative email address

2.2.8 Street Address

2.2.9 Postal Code

2.2.10 City

2.2.11 Country
Please select
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2.2.12 Contact Number (s) 2.2.13 Partner Category

What role will this partner play in the project’s implementation?

  Project Member
  Support Partner

2.2.14 Members Role

Describe what roles and responsibilities the partner will undertake during the implementation of the project.

3. Annex to Part A Project & Partnership Data

The following documentation needs to be submitted with your proposal. All documents must be certified by the relevant authorities.
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3.1 Lead Partner Registration/Accreditation Certificate *

Upload a certified copy of the registration certificate/certificate of accreditation of the Lead Partners organisation. Uploads can be made in pdf or image format. To upload more than
one document, scan them and upload them as one pdf.
If your project has members, upload certified copies of the registration certificate/certificate of accreditation of the Project
members organisations. Uploads can be made in pdf or image format. To upload more than one document, scan them and upload them as one pdf.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf), Image (.jpg, .png, .bmp, ...)

3.2 Lead Partner Identification Document *

Upload a certified copy of the Lead Partners identify document or passport to verify their identity. Uploads can be made in pdf or image format.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf), Image (.jpg, .png, .bmp, ...)

3.3 Lead Partner Curriculum Vitae *

Upload the Lead Partners most recent curriculum vitae and supporting qualification certificates. Uploads can be made in pdf format. To upload more than one document, scan them
and upload them as one pdf.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

3.4 Project Implementation Budget *

Upload the project budget table with the template provided. Uploads should be made in Excel Template.
Accepted formats: MS Excel (.xlsx, .xls)

3.5 Bank Statements and Audited Profit & Loss Statement *

The Lead Partner must provide audited or certified financial statements of the last three years (2021, 2020, 2019). Audited Financial Statements include an Income Statement and
Balance Sheet. Audited Financial Statements are normally certified. Uploads should be made in pdf Format.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

3.6 Partnership Agreements *

Partnership agreements and memorandums of understanding between partners are agreements dealing with Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), confidentiality and non-disclosure
agreements (NDAs) and must be signed by all project members indicating their key roles, responsibilities and rewards, and the dissolution of the partnership or continuation at the end
of the project duration. The form of these agreements may differ by institution and therefore SIFA FC does not provide a standard template. Upload any Partnership Agreements as
one scanned pdf file.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

3.7 Other Agreements

Upload any other consultancy agreements, service provider agreements, acquired relevant permits, licenses and approvals obtained that are required for the implementation of the
proposed project here. Upload all agreements as one scanned pdf file.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

3.8 References *
References from previous clients, funding or donor agencies can be uploaded here. References should clearly reference any kind of similar work that the project under proposal will be
conducting. No more than three references are allowed and these should not be older than 5 years. Upload all references as one scanned pdf file.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

PART B - Project Overview

1. Responsiveness to Covid-19 (or similar disruptive crises)

1.1 Describe how is the proposed solution is related to the delivery of TVET in the Covid-19 post-pandemic situation. *

Under Theme 1 it is mandatory to include how

the Covid-19 and post-pandemic situation is reflected in the objectives of your project and how the proposed TVET solution addresses
the various challenges (e.g. resilience of service provided)
derived from situations such as the pandemic. Under Theme 2 and 3, the applicant may consider describing how the
proposed solution can develop skills of groups more prone to COVID-19 effects
(female, youth, vulnerable groups, and informal sector) to increase their employability.

2. Demonstrating Jobs
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2.1 How will the proposed solution and its technical features create jobs demanded by an employer? *

Describe how the proposed product/service/process plans to create new jobs in a specific job market. Here you may also include information about the research done on demand of
jobs and skills amongst employers in targeted market (if done).

2.2 How will the proposed solution and its technical features promote job creation, including entrepreneurship? *

Describe how the proposed solution can stimulate creation of new jobs, including advance alternative models such as entrepreneurship or self -employment in a given target market.
Here you may also include information about the research of the target market (if done).

2.3 Describe the relevance of the proposed solution to target market/sector needs. *

Solutions that demonstrate direct engagement with the labour market training needs in a specific country will be scored higher.

3. Demonstrating Value for Money

3.1 Regional Impact elements * ?
Tick all applicable boxes that are related to your project

  Ease of access of regional students, e.g. advertisements and outreach programs; linkages and collaborations with similar institutions in the region - Training
specifically for regional students
  Possibility of recruitment of teachers and trainers from the region - Links with regional skills development initiatives
  Regional economic priorities and skills needs of growth sectors in training provision
  Benchmarking of skills competencies onto a Regional Qualifications Framework
  Capacity to organise or participate in a Regional Skills Competition
  Potential to become a regional TVET centre of excellence

3.2 Describe the relevance of the proposed solution and applicability in other geographical contexts. *

Solutions that are demonstrably scalable and expected to reach more

beneficiaries beyond the project, both in the breadth and depth of engagement, will be scored higher

3.3 Describe the projects beneficiaries. What benefits will they receive? *

Solutions that are demonstrably scalable and expected to reach more beneficiaries beyond the project, both in the breadth and depth of engagement, will be scored with additional
points. Reference to external sources e.g., market studies can be provided here.

Upload documentation from beneficiaries that demonstrate *

The documentation may include job placements (expression of interest letter/commitment letter from employer), labour market survey, national Labour Market Information Systems
(LMIS) report, and target market survey.

3.4 Who will pay for the solution and why? *

Briefly explain the anticipated revenue model for the eventual take-up of the solution, or how the solution will be financed if the beneficiaries are not expected to pay for the solution.

4. Innovation
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4.1 Describe your proposed solution, tick all relevant answers below *
  Introduces new skills and competencies to its identified beneficiaries and promotes new learning methodologies.
  Promotes new partnerships between TVET institutions, the informal sector, and employers, jointly delivering the proposed innovation integrating
entrepreneurship skills in the education and training systems.
  Provides digital and soft skills that complement the vocational and technical skills required to prepare the youth for employment and commercialise new
products/services.
  Applications involving partnerships with demonstrated innovative concepts documented by roles of partners, ownership of the solution, IPR agreement, etc.,
  Other

If 'Other', please specify

4.2 What is innovative about the proposed solution? *

Describe the innovative features of the proposed solution, its core functions and how users will interact with it.

4.3 At what stage of development is your solution? *

  Working prototype, with no user testing
  Working prototype with user testing done
  Working prototype with paying customers established
  Other

If Other, please specify

4.4 Provide evidence of the stage of development of your proposed solution *

For example, if the prototype has been used and tested in the market, provide documented evidence of this user testing. Upload documentation in pdf, video or as image files.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf), MS PowerPoint (.pptx, .ppt), Image (.jpg, .png, .bmp, ...)

4.5 How is the private sector involve in your project? *

Please tick the applicable boxes indicating how the private is involved in your proposed project.

  Design of training contents or curriculum

  Staff and student internships at private enterprises
  Delivery of training
  Assessment or feedback on student outputs
  Participation in job fairs and graduate recruitment
  Design and periodic review of training contents/outputs
  Involvement in teaching for specialised and practical courses
  Representation in institutional training advisory boards and accreditation committees
  Involvement in sector skills councils and similar professional bodies
  Other

If Other, please specify

5. Sustainability
5.1 Is the project a stand-alone project or part of an ongoing project/activities? *
Please select
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If you answered 'Yes' to Question 5.1, describe the objectives of the ongoing project. Detail how grant financing from SIFA FC will contribute to the
achievement of the objectives stated and describe how the Project Partnership will mitigate the potential risk of overlapping resources with the other
project. *

5.2 Who owns and/or is planned to own the proposed solution? *

Describe who currently owns the proposed solution, and who will be the owner after the validation process is over. Note that if the project is a partnership, the partnership should have
discussed and agreed pre-and post-project IPR related to the proposed solution.

5.3 Describe Project Partnership’s experience to implement the project. *

Briefly describe the capacities (number of staff and qualifications) of the Project Partnership to implement the proposed project. Briefly explain the roles and tasks of the different
organisations in the Partnership and how the proposed resources will be allocated to support the market validation process.

5.4 Describe where (locations) and with whom (users) is the market validating done? *

Where is the validation going to take place and with what kind of users? How many users are participating in the validation

5.5 How is the market validation going to be done? *

Describe how the solution will be delivered to users for testing and how user feedback will be collected.

5.6 Describe the partnerships commitment in future. *

Projects that demonstrate direct engagement with the labour market and that have demonstrated commitment for future financial support and/or a credible fund-raising strategy will
be scored with additional points.

PART C - Implementation & Work Plan

1. Work Plan
1.1 What is the purpose of your project? *
  Proof of concept: piloting of concept/prototype with beneficiaries in a specific country/market to gain an early, real-world assessment of the viability of the
proposed solution.
  Testing impact and delivery: testing a proven concept/prototype for social impact, improved outcomes and/or market viability, as well as operational
refinement for sustainability and scale.
  Scaling-up or replication: adaptation of an existing solution to new contexts or geographical areas within any of the eight SIFA partner countries.

1.2 Describe the project objectives *

State all the main objectives of the project. The objectives should be SMART – Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic/Relevant and Timely.

1.3 Describe the approach and methodology applied to project implementation. *

Describe the proposed methodology to implement the project. Will the project be using specific tools/methodology to guide the implementation?
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1.4 List the key outputs of the project. *

Outputs are specific tangible deliverables that are produced by the project in each Milestone as a result of its activities supported by inputs. Note that by reaching a milestone and
claiming for related reimbursement, the project must provide the SIFA FMT and AUDA-NEPAD team with a Milestone Progress Report. This is a narrative explaining how the project has
arrived at the Milestone, assessing barriers and obstacles as well as conditions to progress towards the next Milestone(s). A Milestone Progress Report is complemented by a Financial
Progress Report explaining what resources have been used and by which partner during the Milestone. The SIFA FW3 project requires Mandatory Technical Outputs (e.g., Market
Validation Report) that will be used to verify the progress made in the market validation project. It is up to the project to decide how many technical outputs are produced. A minimum
of four, but no more than 8 technical Outputs are required.

1.5 Describe risks and their management *

State what risks your project may encounter during implementation. List a maximum of 5 main risks. What actions will the project take to mitigate them?

2. Project Milestones
The purpose of the SIFA FW3 market validation project is to clarify the innovation owner’s thinking about future market deployment and set out a business case
to secure the first internal or external financing. The duration of the SIFA FW3 market validation project is up to 18 months and focuses on demonstration, user
feedback and peer reviews.

The duration of the SIFA FW3 market validation project is up to 18 months and focuses on demonstration, user feedback and peer reviews.

The project is proposed to be divided into three phases (excluding Preparatory Phase) called Milestones. Each phase - including the preparatory phase - has a
pre-dened duration and end, culminating in the achievement of a milestone marked by key deliverables (output) such as the Market Validation Report. It is the
achievement of veried Milestones and related Outputs against which the grant funds will be disbursed.

In this section of the proposal, you should describe each phase (Milestone) including its objectives, key activities, and expected outputs as per

the below.

2.1. Preparatory Phase: Preparation & Detailed Implementation Planning * ?

This phase will be achieved after the Project Partnership has signed the Implementation Agreement. The agreement can be signed only after an initial, detailed Work Plan for the project
is established. The basis for the Work Plan is provided in your proposal, but further negotiations and detailing is usually needed with the SIFA FMT & AUDA-NEPAD team.

2.2 Phase 1 Market Analysis & Market Validation Plan * ?

This phase will be achieved after the Project Partnership has finished the Market Study and finalized the Market Validation Plan. The Key Outputs include the Market Research Report
and Market Validation Plan (How, where, with whom and by who will the solution be tested) and lead way to actual validation conducted in a real-life environment with users. External
resources and research can be used to support the achievement of Outputs.

2.3. Phase 2 Market Validation on Site * ?

This phase is the most important and time-

consuming operative phase of the project
- the validation with users in a real-life environments. It is suggested to have at least 2 iterations
with selected users. The key Output is the Market Validation Report which will provide the findings to questions such as who uses the innovation and why. Where, and how to
deploy
the solution, with what technologies, as well as what type of financing is required

2.4. Phase 3 Project Completion * ?

This phase will close the project. The key Output is the Final Report documenting the findings of the project, including a business/investment plan as part of the reporting. Projects are
also expected to have a final audit done of the project account before the final disbursement of the grant will be released.

3. Project Results Framework

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A results framework is an explicit articulation of the different levels or chains of results expected from a particular intervention, be it a project, program, or
development strategy (Designing a Results Framework for Achieving Results, 2012, IEG, WB). Applicants are requested to upload the project results framework
with the anticipated outcome and expected results in the form of measurable outputs (i.e., with associated outcome indicators).

A brief guide to preparing the Result Framework is available through the link bellow and in the beginning of the application.

SIFA FW3 Results Framework Guide

https://www.skillsafrica.org/pdf/EU_SIFA_FW3_CFP1_Guidelines-to-Results-Framework_EN.pdf#asset:1115

Project Results Framework *

Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf), MS Word (.docx, .doc), MS Excel (.xlsx, .xls)

Confirmation of Submission – Terms and Conditions

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a) Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) reserves the right to change the timeline of the application and evaluation process which may vary depending on the number
of applicants received as appropriate to the participating country of the Application and retains its exclusive right, in its sole discretion, to alter, limit or
discontinue the site or application process or any materials in any respect, at any me by sending an email notice to the registered email address, SIFA
consequently reserves the right to reject an application until the signing of the implementation agreement without further explanations.

b) After the final evaluation, the AUDA-NEPAD will send the assessment and ranking of the shortlisted Proposals to KfW for No-Objection. Upon No-Objection,
the assessment and ranking of the shortlisted Proposals are presented to the SIFA Investment Committee for final approval. The Lead Partner of the winning
proposals are then officially informed by a letter signed by the AUDA-NEPAD inviting them to negotiations and signature of Implementation Agreements. The
Implementation Agreements will be signed between the Applicants and the AUDA-NEPAD.

c) All Applicants will be informed of the outcome of the final evaluation. The Lead Partner shall be responsible for the registration and submissions of their
invited members
d) Applications received after the submission deadline will be rejected.

e) All financial information included in the Application and for conducting the project shall be in EURO (or converted to EURO at an acceptable currency
exchange rate). Please use the following website to convert local currencies to EUROS on the submission week of the application date.
hps://www.xe.com/currencyconverter.

f) While implementing a SIFA funded grant, the Grantees are required to follow all approved rules and guidelines on financial management, procurement, and
environmental, social, health and safety safeguards. The applicants need to be able to obtain all relevant permits, certificates, licenses, endorsements,
approvals, etc for the implementation within the designated timeframe.

g) SIFA’s grant decision is not binding until the Implementation Agreement with annexes has been signed with the AUDA-NEPAD following successful
negotiations.

h) SIFA Financing Facility reserves the right to reject any Proposal until signing of the Implementation Agreement. Upon signing the Implementation Agreement,
the Applicants commit to reporting - on a quarterly basis - to the SIFA Financing Facility according to the Results, Activities, and Associated Indicators (both
quantitative and qualitative) stated in their proposal. This reporting will be done in the online management system (SmartME). In addition, the SIFA Financing
Facility may visit to collect additional information, stories, lessons learnt etc., and the Applicants must commit to being available and provide information if
required.

i) The due diligence/verification will in most cases include on-site visits, applicants will be informed via e-mail of the planned on-site due diligence visits,
however, the site visits may be unannounced.

j) Any entity that has been engaged in any prohibited practice (misappropriation, bribery, corruption, laundering, concealment, acquisition, possession,
facilitation, use of proceeds of a crime, or wilful misconduct) will be considered ineligible.

k) The applicant and partners agree that the information supplied can be used to further Skills Development in Africa. All information provided by the applicant
must be factual and a true representation of the conditions stated at the time of completing these forms. Should any material declaration prove to be false or
deliberately misleading at any me, SIFA reserves the right to disqualify the application.

l) The information presented herein is for information purposes only and is provided on “as is” basis, without warranty of any kind, either express or implied,
including, without limitation, warrantees of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. SIFA makes every effort to ensure but cannot
and does not guarantee and makes no warrantees as to the accuracy, accessibility, integrity, and timeliness of this information nor any hyperlinks to other
websites (text, graphics, etc) which are provided as a convenience only and imply neither responsibility for nor approval of the information contained in those
other web sites on the part of SIFA.

m) Under no circumstances, including but not limited to negligence, shall SIFA be liable or responsible for any errors or omissions and further disclaims any
liability of any nature for any loss howsoever caused in connection with using this site or the material herein. As a condition of the terms of use of this site, the
user agrees to indemnify SIFA from and against all actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out
of the user’s use of this site, including, without limitation, any claims alleging facts that if true would constitute a breach by the user of these terms and
conditions. By accessing this site, certain information about the user, such as internet protocol (IP) addresses, gps, navigation through the site, cookies, the
software used, and the time spent, along with other similar information, will be stored on project servers. These may or may not specifically identify the
applicant/user. If the user provides unique identifying information, such as name, address, and other information on forms stored on this site, such information
will be used only for statistical purposes and to process applications. Unique identification data will not be published for general access. SIFA, however,
assumes no responsibility for the security of this information.

n) The Lead Partner and project members further warrant that they are duly authenticated representatives of the specified members Structures. SIFA reserves the
right to request additional information at any stage of the application process and the applicant, therefore, gives consent for SIFA to make all inquiries
necessary to verify the information provided herein. These inquiries include but are not limited to employers, credit holders, credit references, and financial
institutions.

o) The procurement of works, goods, and services will be done in close collaboration with the AUDA-NEPAD. Approved national or public procurement rules and
procedures will apply, depending on the type of project and the project amount. All expenses related to the project implementation, including the accounting and
procurement procedures, will be subjected to auditing by the AUDA-NEPAD and KfW for compliance with the rules and conditions attached to the Implementing
Agreement. The approved procurement rules and procedures will be made available to the selected winning Applicants/Grantees. Procurement funds, when
disbursed are paid directly to service providers and/or suppliers.

p) All SIFA Project Grantees must sign KfW Anti-Corruption Declarations.

q) All the operations and practices regarding the collection, storage, and processing of personal information are in accordance with the EU Data Protection
Directive 95/46/EC.

r) Once a grant amount is approved, no additional funds will be made available and the Applicants will, in the event of any shortfall, be responsible for ensuring
the full financing and completion of the project

s) Applicants will specifically enable email receipt and read acknowledgment transmissions within their server and email client software. Failing which all mail
sent to the registered email address will, in the event of no bounce, be deemed to have been delivered.

Yes, I Agree to the Above Terms and Conditions

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Lead Partner Digital Signature *

The digital signature of the Lead Partner should be attached here. Signatures can be attached as image files or pdfs.
Accepted formats: PDF (.pdf)

Important: The following annexes to the application are required and should be completed before the submission of the application: Annex 1 - Legal Entity
Declaration, Annex 2 – Good Standing Declaration, Annex 3 – FW3 Feedback Survey, and Annex 4 - Environmental and Social Categorisation.

End of Application