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Tenders are invited for Training of Trainers -Life Skills Closing Date: Wednesday, 21. Oct 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Labor & Livelihoods Remuneration range: 2000 to 3000 (USD) Duration of Contract: The contract will be for a maximum of 2 months period. Objective of the Assignment The overall objective of the assignment is to build the technical and facilitation capacity of selected SDC staff to effectively deliver Life Skills Level 1 and Level 2 to project participants and to support consistent, quality implementation of the life skills component. Strengthen participants understanding of the objectives, concepts and learning outcomes of Life Skills Level 1 and Level 2. Develop participants facilitation skills and their ability to use participatory adult-learning techniques. Equip SDC staff to facilitate life skills sessions confidently, consistently and in line with the approved curriculum. Strengthen participants ability to manage group dynamics, encourage participation and adapt delivery to different educational and literacy levels. Build participants capacity to use practical exercises, reflection, role play and discussion to translate concepts into applicable skills. Prepare participants to assess learning, document attendance and challenges, and provide appropriate follow-up during implementation. Prepare trained SDC staff for subsequent co-facilitation, independent delivery and on-the-job monitoring. Scope of Work The trainer/service provider will be responsible for: Reviewing the approved SIF Life Skills Level 1 and Level 2 materials before the ToT. Preparing a detailed six-day training agenda, methodology and session plans for SIF validation prior to implementation. Delivering three full days of ToT on Life Skills Level 1 and three full days on Life Skills Level 2, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Ensuring that the training covers both mastery of the life skills content and the methodology required to facilitate it. Using participatory adult-learning approaches, including demonstrations, group work, role plays, case studies, simulations, reflection exercises and micro-facilitation. Demonstrating how to facilitate each module and how to conduct an effective debrief linking activities to learning objectives. Providing each participant with opportunities to practice facilitation and receive structured feedback. Building participants skills in classroom/group management, inclusion, communication and handling challenging facilitation situations. Conducting pre- and post-training assessments and evaluating participants facilitation readiness. Maintaining attendance records and documenting challenges, observations and recommendations. Providing recommendations for follow-up and on-the-job monitoring of trained SDC staff. Training Content The ToT will be based on the approved Life Skills curriculum. The exact sequencing of modules will be validated with SIF before implementation. The trainer shall ensure that both levels combine content knowledge with practical facilitation skills. Topics reflected in the existing SIF Life Skills framework include: Emotions and emotional awareness. Individual strengths and mental models. Positive brainstorming and problem-solving. Biases and habits. Positive communication and negotiation. Leadership, teamwork and collective strengths. Dreams, motivation and personal goals. Application of life skills to employability, workplace readiness and daily decision-making. Participatory facilitation and experiential learning techniques. Group management, inclusion and adaptation to different learning levels. Effective use of session plans, exercises, reflection and debriefing. Learning assessment, observation and constructive feedback. Six-Day Training Structure Day Time Focus Indicative Training Components Day 1 Level 1 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 1: Foundations Opening, expectations and pre-assessment; introduction to ToT methodology; role and competencies of a life skills facilitator; adult-learning principles; introduction to Level 1; self-awareness, emotions and individual strengths; demonstration and practice. Day 2 Level 1 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 1: Core Skills Continuation of Level 1 modules; mental models, positive communication, active listening, brainstorming and problem-solving; participatory exercises; facilitation techniques; managing participation and group dynamics. Day 3 Level 1 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 1: Practice & Consolidation Completion and consolidation of Level 1; participant micro-facilitation; peer/trainer feedback; adapting sessions to different learning needs; Level 1 assessment, reflection and action points. Day 4 Level 2 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 2: Advanced Life Skills Introduction to Level 2; review of Level 1 linkages; biases and habits; positive communication and negotiation; applied exercises; facilitator demonstrations and participant practice. Day 5 Level 2 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 2: Leadership & Goal Orientation Leadership, teamwork and collective strengths; motivation, dreams and personal goals; applying life skills to employability and workplace situations; managing challenging group situations; practical facilitation. Day 6 Level 2 9:00 AM5:00 PM Level 2: Practice, Assessment & Readiness Completion and consolidation of Level 2; micro-facilitation and structured feedback; use of assessment and monitoring tools; post-assessment; participant readiness review; action planning for co-facilitation, independent delivery and on-the-job monitoring. Note: The above structure is indicative. The trainer will submit a detailed agenda for SIF approval, based strictly on the approved Life Skills Level 1 and Level 2 curriculum. Three complete training days must be allocated to each level. Training Methodology Participatory, practical and learner-centered adult-learning approach. Technical input followed by demonstration and supervised practice. Role plays, simulations, case studies, group work and experiential exercises. Micro-teaching/micro-facilitation by participants. Peer learning and structured trainer feedback. Reflection and debriefing techniques that link exercises to intended learning outcomes. Pre/post assessment and observation of facilitation skills. Daily review and reflection to identify learning gaps and adjust support. Expected Deliverables Detailed six-day ToT work plan and agenda, clearly separating three days for Level 1 and three days for Level 2. Complete training package for Life Skills Level 1 and Level 2, including presentations, session plans, exercises and participant materials. Pre- and post-training assessment tools. Delivery of six full face-to-face training days from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Completed attendance sheets. Completed pre/post assessment results and participant facilitation assessments. Structured feedback to participants following micro-facilitation exercises. Final ToT report summarizing implementation, attendance, learning results, participant performance, challenges, lessons learned and recommendations for follow-up/on-the-job monitoring. Electronic copies of all final training materials used during the assignment. Duration and Level of Effort The ToT delivery period will consist of six (6) full training days: three (3) days for Life Skills Level 1 and three (3) days for Life Skills Level 2. Each training day will run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The trainers technical and financial offer should also account for the preparation and final reporting required to complete the assignment. Exact dates and venue will be communicated by SIF. Required Qualifications and Experience University degree in Social Sciences, Education, Psychology, Business, Human Resources, Development Studies or another relevant field. Minimum three (3) years of relevant professional experience in life skills, youth employability, capacity building or related training. Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering Training of Trainers (ToT). Strong knowledge of participatory adult-learning and experiential learning methodologies. Proven facilitation, coaching, communication and presentation skills. Experience working with SDCs, youth, community-based organizations or humanitarian/development programmes is an asset. Ability to adapt facilitation to participants with different educational and professional backgrounds. Fluency in Arabic and good command of English for coordination, materials and reporting. Commitment to confidentiality, inclusion, safeguarding, PSEA and SIF ethical standards. Reporting and Coordination The trainer/service provider will work under the direct supervision of the Livelihood Project Manager and will coordinate closely with the Project Officer. The trainer is expected to maintain regular communication with SIF, obtain validation of the training agenda and materials prior to delivery, immediately report any implementation challenges, and submit all agreed deliverables within the established timeframe. Payment Terms The trainer/service provider will be contracted in accordance with SIF procedures. Payment will be processed upon satisfactory completion of the assignment and approval of the agreed deliverables. The financial offer must clearly indicate the professional daily fee, preparation/reporting costs if applicable, estimated level of effort and total consultancy cost. Venue, logistics and participant materials will be covered or arranged by SIF as specified during contracting. Application Requirements Interested candidates/service providers are requested to submit: Updated CV/profile highlighting relevant Life Skills and ToT experience. Brief technical proposal describing the proposed methodology for the six-day ToT. Proposed detailed six-day agenda clearly allocating three days to Level 1 and three days to Level 2. Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/secours-islamique-france/calls/training-trainers-life-skills
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