United States Department of State (USA)

University-led Networks for Innovation, Technology, and Expertise (UNITE)

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Location:Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
Status:Open
Budget: USD 150,000
Award ceiling: USD 150,000
Award floor: USD 90,000
Sector:Education, Training & Capacity Building, Research & Innovation
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations, Government / Public Bodies, Academic Institutions, Other(Public International Organizations)
Eligible applicant countries: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
Date posted: Aug 19, 2026

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Objectives: UNITE funds one U.S. academic implementing partner to manage an 18-month cooperative agreement that support...
Eligibility criteria: Eligible applicants are organizations, not individuals. The prime applicant may be a not-for-profit organization, including think tanks and NGOs; a public or private educational institution, with preference for U.S. higher education institutions or entities with strong academi...

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University-led Networks for Innovation, Technology, and Expertise (UNITE) Funding Agency: Department of State Agency: U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia Assistance Listings: 19.040 -- Public Diplomacy Programs Status: Open Close date: September 17, 2026 Funding
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About the Funding Agency

The U.S. Department of State is the federal executive body under the US government that advises the President and maintains international relations, serving as the Department of Foreign Affairs. It was formed in 1789 in Washington, DC, USA and guides America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy and assistance, supporting citizens' interests, security and economic prosperity.

The responsibilities of the Department of State include implementing U.S. foreign policy, managing the country's diplomatic missions overseas, negotiating treaties and agreements with foreign organizations and representing the United States at the United Nations. It is also responsible for working with non-profit organizations and foundations that represent social and political programs in other countries. In addition to managing the Department, the Secretary of State serves as the country's chief diplomat and representative abroad. The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labour, a division of the U.S. Department of State, publishes annual reports on global human rights and U.S. contributions to the advancement of freedom and democracy. The Foreign Service Institute, which is also a division of the Department of State, is responsible for training diplomatic personnel. The director of the institute has the rank of Assistant Secretary of State of the United States. The Office of Digital Diplomacy deals with digital projects such as Diplopedia.

U.S. Department of State key sectors: Public & Foreign Affairs, International Relations, Public Policy, Diplomacy, Socio-Economic Development, Democracy, Human Rights, Programme Management, etc.

About the Sectors

Education, Training & Capacity Building

Covers formal and informal education, training, and capacity-building activities that develop knowledge, skills, and institutional capabilities across all age groups.


Key areas:
  • Education systems and learning programmes
  • Vocational training and skills development
  • Capacity building and professional development

Research & Innovation

Focuses on collecting data, generating new knowledge, and applying it to develop improved methods, technologies, products, and solutions across sectors.


Key areas:
  • Scientific research, studies, and investigations
  • Innovation programs and applied R&D initiatives
  • Technology development
  • Space-related research and exploration themes

Locations

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is implementing large-scale infrastructure projects in transport, renewable energy, tourism, and smart cities under Vision 2030. Mega-projects such as NEOM aim to transform economic diversification and reduce dependence on oil revenues. Financing comes from public investment funds, oil revenues, and increasing private sector participation. Fiscal reform, workforce development, and project execution efficiency are central to long-term infrastructure success.

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