Call for Retention Support Facilitators (North & Akkar)

The Alawite Islamic Charity Association (AICA) is seeking 15 qualified Retention Support Facilitators (RSFs) to support the implementation of the OCHA-funded CBPF-LHF project across multiple educational institutions in North Lebanon and Akkar. The RSFs will play a key role in reducing student dropout rates, engaging at-risk students, supporting learning continuity, and providing psychosocial support.

This position requires strong student engagement skills, experience in education, and knowledge of retention strategies. The RSFs will work directly with students, educators, and parents while ensuring that all activities align with OCHA’s Education Cluster priorities, Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) guidelines, and humanitarian education principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify at-risk students and develop individualized retention plans.
• Conduct one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions to support learning.
• Assist in the implementation of after-school activities and remedial sessions.
• Engage with parents and caregivers to address external factors affecting student retention.
• Work closely with AICA’s project team, school staff, and local authorities to optimize student learning environments.
• Monitor student attendance, progress, and engagement metrics.
• Ensure that retention strategies align with OCHA’s project objectives, MEHE’s SOPs, and education sector guidelines.
• Uphold AICA’s safeguarding, child protection, and gender equity policies.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field.
2. Experience: Minimum 3 years in education, student counseling, or community engagement, preferably working with middle school students.
3. Technical Skills: Strong counseling, facilitation, and student engagement skills.
4. Compliance: Familiarity with OCHA-funded education programs, MEHE policies, and AICA’s safeguarding principles.
5. Languages: Fluency in Arabic and French is required; English is an asset.
6. Ethical Standards: Must adhere to AICA’s Safeguarding, GBV Prevention, and Anti-Corruption Policies.

Compensation & Contract Details:

• Hourly Rate: $8.5 per hour (subject to 8.5% Non-Residential Tax deduction as per Lebanese labor law).

Work Schedule:

• Option 1: 1.5 hours/day, 3 sessions/week, totaling 18 hours/month.
• Option 2: 3 hours/day, 3 sessions/week, totaling 36 hours/month.
• Contract Type: Consultancy-based service provider agreement

The Alawite Islamic Charity Association (AICA) is firmly committed to maintaining a workplace that strictly prohibits any form of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) towards the communities we serve. It is essential that all employees and volunteers understand that Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is a collective responsibility. Every member of staff is expected to consistently follow our Code of Conduct, which outlines the standards for PSEA, both during official duties and in personal time. Understanding and complying with this Code, along with participating in mandatory training sessions, is compulsory for all employees and volunteers. It is vital that all team members are fully aware of and adhere to these requirements.

AICA is dedicated to providing equal employment and volunteering opportunities. We assess all candidates purely based on their qualifications and experience, without discriminating on the basis of race, gender, color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.