Learn the fundamentals of USAID proposal development with Keylime’s instructor-led courses.
Our courses are highly interactive and discussion-based, and include live weekly sessions delivered via Zoom, plus homework, bonus content, and a discussion board with the instructors and your classmates.
Technical Writing for USAID Proposals
The masterclass for writing great USAID proposals. We go through each section of the technical volume to prepare you to write a compelling, persuasive proposal. Taught by experts who have written dozens of winning proposals.
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Recruitment for USAID Proposals
This course teaches participants how to attract, select, vet, and negotiate with top talent in the USAID industry to strengthen your proposal submissions.
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Fundamentals of Proposal Writing
This course focuses on the core skills needed to successfully write USAID proposals, such as solicitation analysis, outlining, persuasive writing, and more! Taught by a proposal expert and former VP of USAID’s top implementing partner by volume.
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How to Write Great CVs
Learn the secrets to writing winning CVs for USAID proposals in this two-day, interactive workshop.
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Cost Proposal Practicum for USAID Proposals
In this hands-on practicum, Keylime’s cost and pricing guru will guide participants through the cost volume. Participants will actually complete a cost proposal during the course, putting their new skills into practice.
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Mastering Business Development
In this masterclass, learn the fundamentals of proposal development from capture to submission.
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Level Up Your Capture
Ready to transform the way your team captures USAID proposals? This intensive course will equip capture teams with the knowledge and skills to use the maximize the capture period.
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Advanced Technical Writing
By popular demand, we’re offering a course for advanced technical writers. Refine your skills and increase your win rate by learning proven best practices in responding to USAID IDIQs, PWS-style proposals, phased procurements, and more. The course will also feature an intensive writers’ workshop where participants’ work will be reviewed and critiqued by their peers and expert instructors.
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Learning Solutions
Keylime works with the USAID community to make international development more fruitful. Organizations new to USAID and longstanding implementing partners choose Keylime for learning, capacity building, and training.
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Instructor-Guided Multi-Session Courses
Train with the top experts in USAID business development and project management. Watch or read course content on your own schedule and engage with the instructor once a week for live sessions, Q&A, and discussion.
Custom Training
Bring Keylime Academy in- house to benefit from private classes for your team. Good for groups of 8 or more.
Digital Downloads
Instantly download resources like templates, tip sheets, and guides. We also offer our quarterly market rate report for download.
2024 Course Schedule
Technical Writing for USAID Proposals
January 16-February 15, 2024
Fundamentals of Proposal Writing
February 6-27, 2024
Cost Proposal Practicum for USAID Proposals
January 17 - February 7, 2024
Recruitment for USAID Proposals
February 7-28, 2024
How to Write Great CVs Workshop
January 9-10, 2024
Level Up Your Capture
February 22-March 14, 2024
Mastering Business Development
February 5-28, 2024
Advanced Technical Writing for USAID Proposals
February 27-April 9, 2024
FAQ
Course participants can expect to spend 90 minutes in class for each Zoom session, and another 1-2 hours per week on homework.
We know that life happens and sometimes participants need to miss a session. We record every session and post them to the course platform within 24 hours so participants can catch up!
Yes! Cohorts are open to the public and attract a broad swath of international development professionals, so you’ll be in good company!
Yes, we do it all the time! Let us know what you are thinking in the chat or by email: hello@joinkeylime.com.
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