Request for Proposal: Call for Trainers to deliver the Employability Track Training - Haretna Project

Background and Introduction  

About TEC and the Project  

Tripoli Entrepreneurs Club (TEC) is a Social Enterprise that inspires and empowers Talents & Businesses to build value-driven innovation through a sustainable startup ecosystem. TEC has been registered in Lebanon since 2015. 

HARETNA (حارتنا) is a consortium project that aims to build local capacity to identify and organize around collective priorities, mobilize resources, implement projects and influence the local authorities and key stakeholders. It aims to foster peaceful, community-led change, empowering diverse community members to work together to address their common challenges, and reduce gender inequalities through strengthened social cohesion. This iterative process will demonstrate the value of collective action while strengthening the capacity of the selected communities to lead their own sustainable recovery and development. The Haretna Consortium will guide urban communities in North (Mina, Trab Mseihiyen & Muslimen), Beirut and Mount Lebanon (Hay Tamlis), and South (Lower Taamir) through a participatory process of identifying and understanding community issues, developing solutions, and prioritizing what to work on through community-wide projects. It originates by bringing diverse community members, across different age, gender and identity groups, into a common process. Communities will discuss and assess their needs and create first smaller Springboard projects, and later larger Sustainable Recovery Plans (SRPs) with concrete projects addressing their concerns. These SRPs will build on the process and structures developed from Springboard projects in the first few months of the overall project. The consortium is composed of four members: the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) (Consortium Lead), Coordinamento delle Organizzazioni per il Servizio Volontario (COSV), the Lebanese Women Democratic Gathering (RDFL) and Tripoli Entrepreneur Club (TEC). This project is funded by AFD and DANIDA.  

TEC is implementing a comprehensive community empowerment program in the three target neighborhoods, aimed at addressing unemployment and economic exclusion through vocational training (upskilling), business support, and matching opportunities. As part of this initiative, TEC will deliver an Employability Training Track targeting 100 beneficiaries per area, focused on enhancing the foundational skills needed to access and retain employment.

This track is designed to strengthen participants’ workplace readiness and soft skills, covering essential topics such as CV and cover letter writing, job interview techniques, digital literacy, LinkedIn for career development, Microsoft Excel, basic English, English for the workplace, and the use of AI tools for job seekers. The training will help participants improve their confidence, communication, and digital capabilities, preparing them for internships, apprenticeships, and entry-level jobs in the local labor market.

TEC seeks experienced employability trainers with proven expertise in youth capacity building and career readiness to design and deliver practical, interactive, and learner-centered sessions that translate directly into improved employability outcomes.

Objectives 

The employability track aims to:

• Equip youth with essential workplace skills that improve employability.
• Bridge skill gaps identified in the communities through TEC’s research and stakeholder consultations.
• Prepare participants for internships, apprenticeships, and future employment opportunities.
• Deliver high-quality, practical training in Arabic with accessible, simplified methods.

Scope of Work / Training Content  

Trainers will be recruited to deliver sessions in one or more of the following topics:

1. English for the Workplace (basic / intermediate / professional English communication, workplace vocabulary, email writing)
2. CV and Cover Letter Writing (drafting, editing, and tailoring to job opportunities)
3. Job Interview Skills (preparation, mock interviews, body language, confidence building)
4. Introduction to AI Tools for Job Seekers (using AI for job search, CV editing, interview practice)
5. LinkedIn for Career Development (profile building, networking, personal branding)
6. Digital Literacy (safe internet use, email, online job applications, cloud tools)
7. Microsoft Office (basic to intermediate functions for workplace use – Excel, PPT, Word)

Responsibilities of Trainers:

• Design and deliver a structured training curriculum for the selected topic(s).
• Adapt content to the needs of youth with diverse educational backgrounds.
• Conduct pre- and post-tests to measure learning outcomes.
• Provide practical assignments, worksheets, and exercises to ensure applied learning.
• Prepare a short progress note during delivery and a final report summarizing participant progress and recommendations.

Training Methodology  

• Training is delivered in Arabic, using clear and simple language.
• Practical and hands-on approach (case studies, role-play, simulations, group work).
• Deliverable-based outputs (Create CV drafts for the beneficiaries, LinkedIn profiles, completed Excel sheets).
• Inclusive and accessible to participants with varying literacy levels.

Deliverables

Each trainer will be responsible for:

• A topic-specific training curriculum and session plan.
• Delivery of 5–7 sessions per topic (~20–25 hours of training per area).
• Pre- and post-tests for participants.
• Provision of templates, worksheets, and exercises.
• Final training report, including:
  • Overview of sessions delivered.
  • Attendance list.
  • Participant progress and outputs.
  • Recommendations for further support.

Duration and Timeline

• Contract Period: Between February 2026 – September 2026
• Training delivery: 5–7 sessions per topic, per neighborhood (~25 hours per area).
• Trainers may apply for one or multiple topics depending on their expertise.

Required Qualifications 

• Advanced degree or proven expertise in the relevant training topic.
• Minimum of 5 years of training experience in employability, technical skills, or career development.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver participatory and practical training to youth.
• Strong communication skills in Arabic; English proficiency is an asset.
• Prior experience working with vulnerable groups is highly desirable.

Reporting and Coordination  

The trainers will report to the TEC Program Manager and coordinate closely with the Business Support Team. Regular check-ins will ensure alignment with program objectives and participant needs. 

Budget

Applicants must submit a detailed financial proposal, including:

• Daily professional fee (in USD).
• Estimated number of working days for preparation, delivery, and reporting.
• Total consultancy fees (daily rate × number of days).
• Transportation

Note: Venue, logistics, and participant materials will be covered by TEC.

Additional Requirements 

Once selected, the trainer will be required to complete Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and gender Mainstreaming training before implementation.