Trainer On Theatre

BACKGROUND and JUSTIFICATION:  KAFA (enough) Violence & Exploitation is a feminist, Lebanese, secular, non-profit, non-governmental civil society organization seeking to create a society that is free of social, economic and legal patriarchal structures that  discriminate against women. KAFA has been aiming to eliminate all forms of exploitation and violence against women since its establishment in 2005. It seeks to realize substantive gender equality through the adoption of a combination of different approaches, such as: Advocacy for law reform and introduction of new laws and policies; altering public opinion, practices and mentality; conducting research and training; and empowering women and children victims of violence. Our focus areas are: Family violence; Exploitation and trafficking in women, especially in migrant domestic workers and women in prostitution; Child protection, particularly from sexual and gender-based violence. During 2015, KAFA continues to partner  with UNICEF in a project titled “Protecting children and adolescents from Gender Based Violence” aiming at enhancing the protection of vulnerable children and adolescents affected by the Syrian crisis from Gender Based violence (early marriage and sexual abuse), through promoting their right to information by improving their access to adequate services and their awareness, as well as that of their caregivers, on how to protect themselves from Gender Based Violence. The project includes operating an Adolescent Friendly Space in Bekaa that provides services for adolescents aged between 10 and 17 years old, including awareness sessions, educational activities (Literacy and English courses), outreach activities, and case management. Activities for engaging boys on Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) prevention through theatre, photography workshops, exhibitions and performance will be held in the center in Bekaa with adolescent boys from the informal settlements (IS) and households in Central and West Bekaa:  Theatre workshop: The workshop will target 15 boys affected by the Syrian crisis. The workshop consists of 20 sessions. The sessions aim at teaching the participants technicalities of theatre and helping them write a script and perform at the end of the workshops. The theme of the script must be related to SGBV. The trainer will direct the process of writing and open discussions on GBV with the group in order to raise the awareness of its members and encourage them to disclose stories of SGBV they witnessed. The outcome of the workshop will be an interactive theatre play written and performed by the groups of boys. The performance will be a very important tool for raising awareness on SGBV. The play written and performed by the 15 participants will be carried out in 5 regions in Lebanon in order to reach a larger number of adolescents and raise awareness on SGBV: Two performances will take place in central Bekaa, 2 in west Bekaa, and one performance will be held in North Bekaa. The performances will target 500 children and adolescents from the mentioned areas, as well as communities, humanitarian agencies, and interested individuals.   The consultant is expected to conduct theatre workshops and prepare for one big exhibition at the end of the sessions.    SCOPE OF WORK: The consultant is expected to deliver the following tasks: - Conduct one theatre workshop consisting of 20 sessions on SGBV to 15 boys in the Adolescent Friendly Space in Bekaa; - Organize a theatre performance based on the workshops in coordination with the media officer and the outreach coordinator in KAFA; - Coordinate with the outreach coordinator on all issues related to the workshops; - Ensure quantitative and qualitative report about the work; - Participate in preparation and follow up meetings with the team. Experience, Qualifications and Abilities: - Good communication skills (oral and written) with ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels; - Significant background on field; - Strong analytical skills, organization skills and communications skills; - Essential computer skills (word, excel, power point...); - Ability to work with adolescent boys affected by the Syrian crisis; - Must have the ability to teach and interact through theatre; - Strong knowledge in play/script writing; - Experience in directing/teaching the fundamentals of the script; - Experience in acting or basics of acting; - Capable of dealing with lighting, stage craft, and stage management; - Knowledge in costume design, scene design, and makeup; - High endurance and positive reinforcement; - Awareness and sensitivity to GBV issues.   PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS: While working on a KAFA project, it is required to sign KAFA’s Child Protection Policy.