Solar Panel Installation Vocational Trainer – Youth Program

1. Background

Farah Social Foundation is implementing a vocational training program aimed at equipping youth with market-relevant technical skills in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems installation. The program responds to growing demand for renewable energy technicians and leads to a MEHE-certified certificate upon successful completion.

2. Objective of the Assignment

To design and deliver a 150-hour vocational training on solar panel installation, enabling youth to safely install, operate, and maintain small- to medium-scale solar PV systems in compliance with national standards.

3. Scope of Work

The trainer will be responsible for:

Designing and delivering a 150-hour solar PV installation training

Ensuring compliance with MEHE vocational certification requirements

Delivering hands-on, practical-focused sessions

Applying safety, electrical, and installation standards

Using participatory and practice-based training methods

4. Training Structure

Total duration: 150 hours

Daily schedule: 5 hours per day

Target group: Youth from 15 to 25 years old

Training modality: In-person (theory + practical installations)

5. Key Training Topics (Indicative)

The training must include, at minimum:

Introduction to renewable energy and solar PV systems

Basics of electricity and electrical safety

Components of solar PV systems (panels, inverters, batteries, charge controllers)

Solar system types (on-grid, off-grid, hybrid)

Site assessment and system sizing basics

Mounting structures and panel installation

Electrical wiring, connections, and grounding

Battery installation and management

System testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance

Occupational health and safety (OHS) and risk prevention

Energy efficiency and basic customer awareness

6. Deliverables

The trainer is expected to deliver:

Detailed training curriculum and session plans

Training materials (presentations, manuals, practical guides)

Delivery of 150 hours of training

Pre- and post-training assessments

Attendance sheets and practical evaluation checklists

Final training completion report

Documentation required for MEHE certification

7. Duration & Level of Effort

Total level of effort: 150 training hours

8. Coordination & Reporting

The trainer will report to the Project Manager and coordinate closely with the Technical and MEAL teams. Progress updates and compliance with training standards will be required.

9. Qualifications & Experience

The trainer must have:

Technical degree or certification in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field

Minimum 5 years of practical experience in solar PV installation

Proven experience delivering vocational or technical training

Strong hands-on installation and troubleshooting experience

Knowledge of MEHE vocational standards (asset)

Experience working with youth and vulnerable groups (asset)

10. Payment Terms

Payment based on actual training hours delivered

Payments released upon submission and approval of deliverables

⚠️ Tax Compliance Note:
In case the selected trainer does not have an MOF registration, a tax deduction of 8.5% will be applied to the total contract value, in accordance with applicable regulations.

11. Ethical, Safety & Safeguarding Requirements

The trainer must comply with the organization’s Code of Conduct and PSEA, at all times.