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Tenders are invited for Cost Management, Branding & Marketing Trainer - Akkar. Basmeh & Zeitooneh is a registered Lebanese organization, committed to serving refugees and vulnerable communities in Lebanon through six community centers across the country. The organization runs educational, relief, livelihoods, and protection programs, and aims to serve as an inclusive and supportive focal point for the entire community. Basmeh & Zeitooneh has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. Also, fraud, bribery, and corrupt activities. Basmeh & Zeitooneh (B&Z) is committed to maintaining the security, confidentiality, and privacy of your personal information. Basmeh & Zeitooneh is committed to safeguarding the well-being of children and upholding the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Basmeh & Zeitooneh maintains a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse. Main Purpose: Cost Management, Marketing, and Branding Training for 9 Lebanese and Syrian Women Beekeepers from Four Villages in the Akkar Coastal Area (Semmakiyeh, Tal Hayat, Tal Abbas, and Qobbet Chomra). This training aims to strengthen participants technical and managerial capacities in sustainable apiary management. The activity will cover the basic business management skills, financial management, marketing bee products, and business planning. By equipping women with practical apiary management skills, the project seeks to improve household income, promote womens economic empowerment, and support the development of sustainable beekeeping enterprises in rural Akkar. All training sessions should be completed before August 30th, 2026. A. Training DeliveryConduct training sessions (5 days in total) for 9 women on cost management, marketing, and branding, including, but not limited to, the following main and sub topics:Financial Management Fixed costs Variable costs Investment costs Operating expenses Cost per hive Cost of honey production Marketing Bee Products Branding Packaging Product labeling Customer service Social media marketing Selling through local markets Cooperatives Online sales Business Planning Business objectives Production targets Budget Marketing plan Risks Opportunities B. Curriculum & Tool Development Develop and deliver 5 training sessions for cost management tailored to non-conventional skills for women. Prepare training materials and all required resources for the practical sessions, visual aids, and simple guidance in clear and accessible language (Arabic). Prepare two technical reports in English, one midterm report including participants progress and key recommendations and one as a final report. C. Community Engagement & CoordinationCoordinate with field teams (scheduling, practical and theoretical sessions) to ensure smooth implementation. D. Safety, Protection & Compliance Ensure all training sessions comply with full safety standards. Promote environmentally friendly and safe gardening practices. Follow organizational procedures, safeguarding standards, and donor requirements. Key Performance Indicators: The consultant shall develop and submit the cost management training program in full compliance with the approved training curriculum and agreed work plan prior to the commencement of the training. All training sessions shall be delivered as scheduled, including both theoretical and practical components, in accordance with the agreed training plan. Pre-training and post-training assessments shall be conducted and results submitted to the contracting authority in the presence of a representative of B&Z. Submit the final technical report, including attendance records, assessment results, photos, achievements, challenges, and recommendations. Basmeh & Zeitooneh maintains zero tolerance toward: Fraud, bribery, and corruption Sexual exploitation and abuse Child abuse in all forms The organization is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities regardless of gender, age, race, religion, background, disability, or other status. B&Z also commits to protecting the confidentiality and privacy of personal information. Education & Experience: A.EducationUniversity degree in Business Administration, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Rural Development, Marketing, or a related discipline.B.Experience At least 5 years of experience supporting agricultural micro-enterprises, cooperatives, or womens groups. Experience in business planning, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and market linkage. Experience in value chain development of honey and bee products is a plus Experience in coaching women entrepreneurs. Experience in branding, labeling, and product commercialization. Functional Competencies: Record keeping Cost analysis and pricing Business planning Branding and labeling Packaging and quality standards Womens economic empowerment Adult learning methodologies Participatory facilitation techniques Behavioral Competencies:(Key Skills, Behaviors, and Knowledge) Strong communication, facilitation, and community engagement skills. Patience, empathy, and ability to work with vulnerable women groups. Creativity in finding low-cost, practical solutions. Problem-solving and innovation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Flexibility and adaptability to challenges. High accountability, professionalism, and attention to detail. Evaluation criteria: CV and Experience 30% Interview 30% Training plan 40% Required documents: TOR signed Training plan (methodology) CV Two recommendation letters at least How to apply Consultancy Opportunity Application Instructions Interested candidates for this consultancy are requested to send an email to lara.saba@basmeh-zeitooneh.com, indicating their interest in applying. Upon confirmation, candidates will receive a meeting link for an information session, which will provide further details and clarify application instructions. The information session will be conducted on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM. Proposal Requirements Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents to lara.saba@basmeh-zeitooneh.com: signed TOR BOQ the required technical documents CV training plan references (recommendation letters). A scoring matrix will be applied, and the candidate with the highest total score will be selected for the position. Closing Date: Wednesday, 29. Jul 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Labor & Livelihoods, Training & Capacity Building Remuneration range: 1000 to 2000 (USD) Duration of Contract: Till September 30th, 2026 with amount of 1,000$ Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/basmeh-zeitooneh/calls/cost-management-branding-marketing-trainer-akkar
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