Opportunity Information: Apply for 19AC04
The Management Development for the Future (MDF) Series - Facilitation, Coaching and Training with Two Agencies is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections (NIC). Offered under Funding Opportunity Number 19AC04 (CFDA 16.601), it uses a cooperative agreement structure, meaning the selected recipient would be expected to work closely with NIC in planning and delivering the project rather than operating entirely independently. The program centers on delivering NIC's MDF leadership development series inside selected partner correctional agencies, with an emphasis on strengthening leadership capacity and improving how agencies manage and sustain organizational change.
At its core, MDF is an agency-exclusive leadership development experience designed primarily for the middle management level within a correctional organization. The intent is to build stronger supervisors and managers who can translate leadership concepts into day-to-day operational improvements, while also aligning their work with broader agency goals. Even though middle managers are the primary participants, the series is structured to engage leadership across multiple tiers of the organization at the same time. This multi-level involvement is important because MDF is not just a training event for individuals; it is built as an organizational development approach that uses action-based learning so participants can tackle real agency priorities and apply new skills directly to the work environment.
The MDF series is delivered over a relatively long period, typically 12 to 18 months, which reflects its developmental focus and its emphasis on practice, feedback, and sustained application. Rather than relying on a single workshop, MDF uses a blended learning model that can be tailored to the needs of each partner agency. Depending on what the agency requires, delivery may include three in-person classroom sessions, each structured as a 24-hour experience delivered over three on-site days spaced throughout the series. Beyond classroom time, the blended model may also incorporate independent e-learning coursework, live online instructor-led sessions, assigned readings, and structured reflection activities that help participants connect leadership ideas to their responsibilities.
A significant component of the MDF approach is individualized development support. Participants may complete online 360-degree feedback leadership assessments, which gather structured input from supervisors, peers, and direct reports to highlight strengths and growth areas. Participants can also receive individual developmental coaching sessions, which are intended to help them interpret assessment results, set realistic goals, and stay accountable as they work through challenges in applying new behaviors. Another key deliverable is the creation of personal leadership development plans, which provide a practical roadmap for each participant's ongoing growth during and after the series.
The program is also built around applied, action-based learning projects. Participants are expected to develop a dynamic leadership plan and undertake projects focused on issues that are relevant to their agencies. These projects are meant to be more than classroom exercises; they are designed to build organizational capacity by addressing real operational or cultural needs, improving internal processes, strengthening collaboration, and supporting change efforts. In other words, MDF aims for measurable value at two levels simultaneously: individual leadership growth for participants and tangible agency-level improvements that come from project work aligned to current organizational priorities.
In terms of funding parameters, the opportunity lists an award ceiling of $100,000 and anticipates making one award. The opportunity category is discretionary, and the activity category is listed as "Other" as defined by the funding announcement. Eligibility is broadly identified as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement. The original posting indicates a creation date of February 14, 2019, with an original closing date of April 15, 2019.Apply for 19AC04
- The Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Management Development for the Future (MDF) Series - Facilitation, Coaching and Training with Two Agencies" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.601.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 14, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 15, 2019. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: Management Development for the Future (MDF) Series - Facilitation, Coaching and Training with Two Agencies (NIC)
What is this funding opportunity?
The Management Development for the Future (MDF) Series - Facilitation, Coaching and Training with Two Agencies is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), National Institute of Corrections (NIC). It supports delivery of NIC's MDF leadership development series within selected partner correctional agencies.
Which agency is offering the opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections (NIC).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 19AC04.
What is the CFDA number listed for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 16.601.
What type of award mechanism is used?
This opportunity uses a cooperative agreement structure. That means the selected recipient is expected to work closely with NIC in planning and delivering the project, rather than operating entirely independently.
What is the main goal of the MDF series under this award?
The MDF series focuses on strengthening leadership capacity inside correctional agencies and improving how agencies manage and sustain organizational change, by delivering an agency-exclusive leadership development experience tied to real agency priorities.
Who is the MDF series designed for?
MDF is designed primarily for middle management within a correctional organization, with the intent of building stronger supervisors and managers who can translate leadership concepts into day-to-day operational improvements and align their work with broader agency goals.
Does MDF involve only middle managers?
No. While middle managers are the primary participants, MDF is structured to engage leadership across multiple tiers of the organization at the same time. This multi-level involvement supports organizational change rather than focusing only on individual training outcomes.
Is MDF considered a training event or an organizational development approach?
Based on the description provided, MDF is positioned as an organizational development approach that uses action-based learning. Participants apply leadership skills directly to real work priorities within their agency.
How long does the MDF series typically last?
The MDF series is delivered over a longer period, typically 12 to 18 months, reflecting a developmental approach that emphasizes practice, feedback, and sustained application.
What delivery model does MDF use?
MDF uses a blended learning model that can be tailored to the needs of each partner agency. It is not limited to a single workshop format.
What in-person training is described for MDF?
The blended model may include three in-person classroom sessions. Each session is described as a 24-hour experience delivered over three on-site days, spaced throughout the series.
What other learning components may be included besides classroom sessions?
Depending on agency needs, MDF may also incorporate independent e-learning coursework, live online instructor-led sessions, assigned readings, and structured reflection activities designed to connect leadership concepts to job responsibilities.
Does the MDF series include assessments such as 360-degree feedback?
Yes. Participants may complete online 360-degree feedback leadership assessments, which gather input from supervisors, peers, and direct reports to identify strengths and areas for growth.
Is coaching included as part of MDF?
Yes. Participants can receive individual developmental coaching sessions intended to help them interpret assessment results, set realistic goals, and stay accountable while applying new behaviors.
Are participants expected to create individual development plans?
Yes. A stated deliverable is the creation of personal leadership development plans that serve as a practical roadmap for growth during and after the series.
Are there project-based requirements in MDF?
Yes. The program includes applied, action-based learning projects. Participants are expected to develop a dynamic leadership plan and undertake projects focused on issues relevant to their agencies.
What kinds of projects are envisioned for MDF participants?
The projects are intended to address real operational or cultural needs within an agency, such as improving internal processes, strengthening collaboration, and supporting organizational change efforts.
What outcomes is MDF aiming to achieve?
MDF targets value at two levels: (1) individual leadership growth for participants and (2) tangible agency-level improvements resulting from project work aligned to current organizational priorities.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The listed award ceiling is $100,000.
How many awards does NIC anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates making one award.
What is the opportunity category?
The opportunity category is discretionary.
What is the activity category?
The activity category is listed as "Other" as defined by the funding announcement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly identified as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement.
When was this opportunity posted and when did it close?
The original posting indicates a creation date of February 14, 2019, and an original closing date of April 15, 2019.
How closely must the recipient coordinate with NIC?
Because this is a cooperative agreement, the recipient is expected to work closely with NIC in planning and delivering the project, indicating an ongoing collaborative relationship rather than an independent, hands-off grant structure.
Where does the MDF series take place?
The MDF series is delivered inside selected partner correctional agencies, with in-person sessions described as on-site delivery.
Is MDF intended to be tailored to each agency?
Yes. The series is described as using a blended learning model that can be tailored to the needs of each partner agency.
Does MDF focus on applying learning to real work?
Yes. MDF emphasizes action-based learning and requires participants to work on agency-relevant priorities and projects so skills are applied directly to the work environment.
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