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Tenders are invited for Vocational Training Center / Service Provider. Closing Date: Wednesday, 21. Oct 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Labor & Livelihoods Remuneration range: > 6000 (USD) Duration of Contract: The contract will be for a maximum of 9 months period. Objective of the Assignment The objective of this assignment is to provide selected participants with practical, competency-based vocational training that strengthens their technical skills and improves their readiness for wage employment, self-employment, home-based work or further livelihood support. The training center shall adapt delivery to participants different educational backgrounds and experience levels and ensure that participants acquire skills that can be practically applied. Scope of Work The selected vocational training center/service provider will be responsible for the following: A. Training Design and Preparation Review the participant profiles and training needs shared by SIF and propose appropriate vocational training packages. Submit a detailed technical proposal for each proposed course, including learning objectives, curriculum/modules, number of hours and days, methodology, practical exercises, assessment approach and required materials. Adapt the training level and methodology to participants literacy, education, previous experience and intended employment or self-employment pathway. Ensure that training content reflects practical workplace requirements and, where relevant, current market practices and occupational safety standards. Coordinate with SIF before the start of training and obtain approval for the curriculum, schedule, trainers and training materials. B. Vocational Training Delivery Deliver face-to-face, hands-on vocational training in the SIF-approved technical field(s). Use participatory and practical methodologies, with sufficient time allocated to demonstrations, supervised practice and competency development rather than theory alone. Provide all necessary training equipment, tools, consumables and learning materials unless otherwise agreed in writing with SIF. Ensure qualified trainers with demonstrated technical expertise and experience working with adults and participants of different educational levels. Maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible learning environment and comply with SIF safeguarding, PSEA and Code of Conduct requirements. Inform SIF immediately of attendance concerns, withdrawals, protection concerns, incidents or other issues that may affect successful completion. C. Priority Training Areas Based on the career-profiling findings, SIF may contract one or several of the following vocational pathways: Culinary, Lebanese cooking, pastry, fast-food preparation, food processing, food safety and hygiene. Marketing, digital marketing, social media promotion and online selling. Mobile maintenance Computer/ICT basics, including Word, Excel, email and internet, with specialized software where relevant. Accounting and practical accounting systems/software. Technical trades, including photography, mobile phone repair and mechanics. Beauty and skincare, including updated techniques and safe professional practice. Business development and practical digital/AI tools for small businesses, where requested. Home and urban agriculture, crop care, irrigation efficiency, basic soil management and market-oriented production. Solar energy systems, routine inspection, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and energy-efficiency practices. The final training courses, participant numbers, locations and duration will be determined by SIF based on participant selection, final needs, feasibility and the approved implementation plan. D. Attendance, Assessment and Certification Maintain accurate daily attendance sheets using SIF-approved templates and submit them within the agreed timeframe. Conduct an appropriate pre-training assessment or baseline of participants technical knowledge/skills. Conduct practical and/or written post-training assessments to measure learning and competency acquisition. Provide individual results and flag participants requiring additional support. Issue a certificate of completion to participants who meet the agreed attendance and completion requirements, clearly stating the training title and duration. E. Monitoring, Coordination and Reporting Allow SIF staff to monitor training sessions, conduct spot checks and obtain participant feedback. Coordinate regularly with the Project Manager, Livelihood team, Career Counsellor and MEAL team. Submit concise progress updates, attendance records and any requested supporting documentation during implementation. Participate in coordination or review meetings requested by SIF. Submit a final training report covering implementation, attendance, results, challenges, participant performance, lessons learned and recommendations for employment/self-employment follow-up. Expected Deliverables Technical and financial proposal for the proposed vocational course(s). Detailed curriculum, session plan, methodology and training schedule for each course. Trainer CV(s) and evidence of relevant qualifications/experience. List of equipment, tools, consumables and learning materials to be provided. Pre- and post-training assessment tools and results. Signed daily attendance sheets and participant completion records. Training materials/handouts used during the course. Certificates of completion for eligible participants. Final training report, including participant performance, challenges, lessons learned and practical recommendations. Training Methodology and Quality Standards Training must be practical, competency-based and adapted to the participants level. The provider should prioritize hands-on practice and real-life exercises relevant to the occupation. Where participants have limited literacy, trainers should use demonstrations, visual materials and verbal guidance rather than relying mainly on written content. Training arrangements should consider participants family responsibilities and availability when feasible. The center must ensure suitable training premises, appropriate equipment, health and safety measures and a professional learning environment. Training quality, attendance and participant satisfaction will be monitored by SIF. Duration and Location The duration of each vocational course will depend on the selected specialization and the SIF-approved curriculum. The training schedule and total number of hours must be sufficient to achieve the agreed learning outcomes and practical competencies. Training will primarily serve participants from Saida and targeted surrounding areas. The final venue(s) must be approved by SIF and be safe and reasonably accessible to participants. Required Qualifications of the Training Center / Service Provider Legally registered and authorized to provide vocational/technical training in Lebanon, where applicable. Demonstrated experience delivering vocational or technical training in the proposed specialization(s). Qualified trainers with relevant technical credentials and practical professional experience. Demonstrated capacity to provide appropriate facilities, equipment, tools and consumables required for practical training. Experience working with NGOs, vulnerable populations, youth and adults is an asset. Ability to adapt training to mixed education and literacy levels. Ability to maintain accurate attendance, assessment and reporting documentation. Capacity to deliver training in Arabic; English terminology may be used where technically relevant. Commitment to SIF policies on safeguarding, PSEA, confidentiality, data protection, anti-fraud and beneficiary protection. Technical and Financial Offer Interested training centers/service providers should submit: Organization/center profile and legal registration documents. Technical proposal describing the proposed course(s), methodology, curriculum, duration and practical components. CVs and qualifications of proposed trainer(s). Detailed financial offer showing the cost per course and/or participant, trainer fees, materials/consumables, equipment use, certification and any other applicable costs. Proposed training location and available facilities/equipment. Availability and proposed implementation schedule. At least two relevant references or examples of similar assignments, where available. Reporting and Coordination The vocational training center/service provider will work under the supervision of the SIF Project Manager and coordinate closely with the Livelihood team, Career Counsellor and MEAL team. No change to the approved curriculum, schedule, trainer, venue or participant arrangement may be made without prior coordination and approval from SIF. Payment Terms Payment will be made in accordance with SIF procurement and financial procedures and the terms agreed in the contract/purchase order. Payment will be linked to satisfactory delivery of the agreed training services and submission/approval of required supporting documents and deliverables. The financial offer must clearly indicate all applicable costs and taxes. Ethical and Safeguarding Requirements The selected provider and all assigned trainers/staff must comply with SIF policies and ethical standards, including PSEA, child and adult safeguarding where applicable, confidentiality, data protection, non-discrimination, anti-fraud and respectful treatment of participants. Any required SIF briefing or training must be completed before implementation. How to apply Application Process Interested candidates are requested to submit: Organization/center profile and legal registration documents. Technical proposal describing the proposed course(s), methodology, curriculum, duration and practical components. CVs and qualifications of proposed trainer(s). Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/secours-islamique-france/calls/vocational-training-center-service-provider
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