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Tenders are invited for Call for Consultants: Project Coordinator The International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with Alfanar Venture Philanthropy, and Lebanese microfinance institution Al Majmoua, is launching BDER() a new project under the broader PROSPECTS programme funded by the Kingdom of the Netherlands. BDER is designed to bridge the gap between technical support and access to finance by providing tailored technical support and facilitating access to loan financing for 25 established social and solidarity economy enterprises. Through tailored technical support and access to loan financing, the project will support SSEs to strengthen their operations, build long-term sustainability, and prepare for growth. Selected SSEs will benefit from tailored business diagnostics, capacity building, one-to-one coaching, governance and financial readiness support, and market access and networking opportunities. They will also access an interest-subsidised loan of up to USD 50,000 through Al Majmoua, subject to financial due diligence. Selected entities will additionally take part in an international study visit. PROSPECTS is a global partnership that aims to improve the access of host communities and forcibly displaced people to education, social protection and decent work. It brings together the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the UN Childrens Fund (UNICEF) and the World Bank to help transform the way in which governments and other stakeholders, including the private sector, respond to forced displacement crises. Alfanar is seeking to engage a consultant to support the project implementation under the supervision of the Portfolio Manager for the 25 selected SSE entities in Lebanon. 2. Objectives To support timely project delivery by coordinating schedules, participant communications, records, events, logistics, and documentation while maintaining a clear separation between administrative coordination and the technical responsibilities retained by Alfanar, Al Majmoua and the Business Facilitator and Coach. 3. Scope of work The Project Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Portfolio Manager and coordinate closely with the Alfanar team, Al Majmoua and the Business Facilitator and Coach. The consultant will: Maintain the project implementation calendar, contact lists, action tracker, and document filing system. Administer the application process, including receipt, administrative completeness checks, applicant correspondence and preparation of application files for technical review by Alfanar. The Project Coordinator will not assess technical eligibility or score applications. Support Demo Days, pitching sessions and selection logistics, including invitations, scheduling, materials, attendance records, committee coordination, minutes and consolidation of selection records The Project Coordinator will not score applicants or make selection decisions. Coordinate the two Bootcamp groups schedule, including invitations, confirmations, attendance, participant communications and follow-up actions. Coordinate event and session logistics with the Business Facilitator and Coach, Alfanar personnel and Al Majmoua team. Support the scheduling and coordination of field visits, including arranging visit dates, confirming availability with entities and the Alfanar team, and preparing visit schedules and logistics. Accompany and support field visits as needed, ensuring proper documentation of visit outcomes, observations and follow-up actions. Support documentation efforts across the diagnostic, selection and capacity-building phases, including maintaining records, compiling supporting materials and ensuring completeness of files for internal review. Maintain accurate delivery records and submit concise progress updates that identify pending actions, risks and delays. Handle participant data and confidential project information in accordance with Alfanar requirements. The project coordinator will not conduct technical due diligence, assess or score applications, develop Growth Plans, deliver thematic training or provide business coaching. These responsibilities remain with Alfanar, Al Majmoua, the Business Facilitator and Coach, and the designated selection committee, as applicable. 4. Deliverables and timeline The assignment will begin upon contract signature and follow the approved project workplan from November 2026 through July 2027. The level of effort is expected to be higher during the application administration, selection and Bootcamp delivery phases, with intermittent support required during the coaching period for field visit coordination, records management and progress reporting. Applicants should propose a delivery schedule and level of effort against the deliverables below. Closing Date: Sunday, 01. Nov 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Training & Capacity Building Remuneration range: 4000 to 5000 (USD) Duration of Contract: 8 months Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/alfanar/calls/call-consultants-project-coordinator
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