Right To Play International is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver a series of training courses aimed at enhancing the skills and capacities of Palestinian youth aged between 18 to 24 years

Right To Play International is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver a series of training courses aimed at enhancing the skills and capacities of Palestinian youth aged between 18 to 24 years residing in Palestinian camps and gatherings.
The primary objectives of this consultancy are:
▪To empower them with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in the digital economy and entrepreneurial landscape.
▪To provide Palestinian youth with relevant skills and knowledge to enhance their employability and entrepreneurial opportunities.
▪To promote innovation and digital literacy among Palestinian youth through specialized training programs.

The required courses are: Digital Marketing, Videography and Editing, Online Freelancing, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Advanced Entrepreneurship.

Target Participants

The target participants for this project are Palestinian youth aged 18-24 years residing in Palestinian camps and gatherings in Nahr El Bared, Saida: Miyeh ou Miyeh and Ain El Hiloue, Tyre: Camps (Burj El Shemali, Rashidieh, El Buss) and gatherings (Shabriha, Qasimiye, Maachouq, Jal El Baher), and Beirut: Shatila. Priority will be given to vulnerable and school dropouts youth who are unemployed, underemployed, or interested in upgrading their digital skills.
IV. Scope of Work:
The training course should be designed to accommodate the needs and interests of the youth, while ensuring practical relevance and applicability to real-world scenarios. The courses should be interactive, engaging, and accessible to participants with diverse backgrounds and skill levels. The courses will be conducted in three cycles, tailored to the specific needs and preferences of each location as per the below table, with possibility for adjustments:

a) Consultant responsibilities will include the following:
▪Develop and design a comprehensive training curriculum for each of the specified training courses, considering the targeted audience.
▪Recruit and mobilize qualified trainers with expertise in each designated course. Trainers should have strong experience in youth teaching methodologies.
▪Deliver interactive and engaging training sessions to participants across three cycles in the Palestinian camps and gatherings. 
▪Develop the necessary training materials and resources including handouts, presentations, and practical exercises and provide technical support throughout the duration of the courses.
▪Monitor and evaluate the progress of youth and adjust the training approach as needed.
▪Ensure compliance with RTP safeguarding regulations and safety protocols during the training sessions.
▪Prepare and submit reports (monthly, and final), highlighting the participant’s performance, sharing recommendations and lessons learned. The final report is expected to include: an executive summary, a detailed description of the methodology and the work’s evolution, a table listing challenges and limitations faced, solutions adopted to overcome them etc.
b)RTP responsibilities will include the following:
▪Provide the consultant with an overview and guidance on STEP Project.
▪Provide the consultant with a list of youth participants as per locality.
▪Coordinate with the project sub-partners (North, South and Beirut) on the training venue at their centers.
▪Orient the consultant on RTP policies and procedures and have the consultant sign the Child Safeguarding Policy and Protection against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) along with agreement.
▪Provide feedback to preliminary results.
▪Review reports submitted by the consultant.
The consultant will be directly reporting to STEP Project Manager at RTP Lebanon office, who will serve as the focal point person.
V.Time frame and Deliverables
The consultant will provide the training courses at STEP Project Sub-partner premises (centers in Nahr El Bared, Shatila, Ein El Helwe and Al Buss) over THREE cycles (June- July, August- September, October – November 2024) for the youth participants aged 18-24 years under the supervision of STEP sub-partners.

The consultant should provide the needed books and handouts for the participants.
▪ The collaboration will take the form of a consultancy. The detailed process/timeline would be discussed in detail with the selected consultant.
▪ Each class is expected to have no more than 25 students.
▪ The possibility of swapping or transferring classes between areas in case of shortage of participants in one area.

VI.Budget and payments
The prospective consultant should provide a budget which includes the rate per course. Please note that the budget will be covered by RTP, the consultant should include all the required costs for the consultancy. RTP payment will be divided as follows:
▪ First payment of 20% of the total contract sum for subsistence upon signing the contract and registration and materials of participants.
▪ Second payment of 40% upon delivering half the course material.
▪ Last payment 40% within 15 days after completion. Under no circumstances should the consultant invoice for more than the agreed contract. The consultant should send RTP the outcome assessment. Full payment will be contingent on receipt of all deliverables as detailed above with approval of the Final Report by the assessment committee.
VII. Selection criteria
A required consultant should have the following competencies and experience:
▪proven experience in delivering training programs for youth in similar context, it is a plus if experience with participants who have challenging educational background as vulnerable and school dropouts.
▪Expertise in developing and delivering training on the specified courses: Digital Marketing, Videography and Editing, Online Freelancing, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Advanced Entrepreneurship.
▪Experience working with Palestinian youth participants living in Palestinian camps and gatherings.
▪A competitive proposal that includes a detailed training plan, budget, and team qualifications.
▪Demonstrated understanding and support of principles of equity, participation, and inclusion.