Support for Scaling Care Innovations Programme in Africa from Concept Notes to Proposal

Supported by  International Development Research Centre (IDRC),

IDRC launched the Scaling Care Innovations in Africa call, enlisting OTT Consulting to guide shortlisted candidates from concept notes to proposals. OTT provided comprehensive support, covering topics such as scaling impact, research uptake, policy engagement, and the integration of research and practice. This assistance included aligning technical and financial proposals. The project involved extracting lessons, offering recommendations for future IDRC calls, and conducting a brief evaluation and After Action Review (AAR). 

OTT’s support to potential grantees featured a collaborative training session on scaling impact with IDRC, along with tailored feedback on concept notes, emphasising the incorporation of scaling principles and effective policy engagement strategies. Editorial support and a focused writing workshop further enhanced proposal quality.

Dates

August to October 2023

Budget

75,295.86 CAD