Hairdressing trainer

In this capacity, AND is organizing a series of trainings for youth.

Areas of Responsibility:

General objective of the job:

AND is seeking a qualified Hairdressing Trainer to deliver a comprehensive hairdressing training program that equips vulnerable women and adolescent girls with practical skills for employment or self-employment, fostering economic empowerment and personal confidence.

Job Responsibilities:

The Hairdressing Trainer will be expected to:

• Develop or adapt a 60-hour curriculum based on the participants’ skill levels and learning needs.
• Deliver hands-on training in hairdressing techniques including cutting, styling, coloring, and hair care.
• Teach hygiene standards, customer service, and salon management basics.
• Organize training sessions, including setup of materials and equipment.
• Monitor participant progress and provide individual support as needed.
• Prepare and submit a final training report with recommendations for future programming.

Deliverables

The provider of services shall be responsible for the following deliverables:

• Detailed training syllabus and schedule.
• All instructional materials used during the training.
• Attendance sheets and participant records.
• Completion of a 60-hour training cycle (location: Al Jured or specified venue).
• Final appraisal report including participant evaluations and future recommendations.

Personal Competencies:

• Proven experience in hairdressing and vocational training.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with vulnerable populations with sensitivity and respect.
• Fluency in Arabic; English is an asset.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and human rights.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in hairdressing.
• Prior experience training women or working with NGOs/local communities.
• Ability to design and deliver practical, engaging training sessions.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed approaches is a plus.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

• Technical proposal outlining methodology and work plan.
• Financial proposal indicating the daily rate.
• Updated CV with relevant references.

Reporting

The Hairdressing trainer shall report to the project manager.

PSEA clause:

AND has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the code of conduct, that enshrines principles of PSEA, always (both during work hours and outside work hours). Familiarization with, and adherence to, the Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all staff, in addition to related mandatory training. All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.