Training provider agency/individual trainers for Mature MSMEs

1. Objective

The project's goal is to empower startups and MSMEs in Dekweneh, Bourj Hammoud, Jdaidet el Matn, Baouchriye, Sin El Fil by providing them with practical knowledge and skills to improve their business operations, increase productivity, and achieve sustainable growth towards sustainable and promising export opportunities and promoting gender inclusivity.

FTL is looking for a Trainers’ provider agency or individual to conduct training sessions to MSMEs (Mature stage) in Dekweneh, Bourj Hammoud, Jdaidet el Matn, Baouchriye, Sin El Fil. 

1. Training Topics

applicants can apply for specific topics among the below:

The training topics might be as follows, however they are subject to change according to the needs assessment results:

• Mature Stage (MSMEs):

1. Provision of Technical Training Package on Operational Efficiency:
   1. Resource Mobilization and Allocation (2 sessions for 1 group, in total 2 sessions, 2.5 hours/session)
   2. Fostering Innovation and Continuous Improvement (2 sessions for 1 group, in total 2 sessions, 2.5 hours/session)
   3. Ensuring Sustainability and Long-term Growth (2 sessions for 1 group, in total 2 sessions, 2.5 hours/session)
   4. Managing Increased Demand and Scaling Operations (2 sessions for 1 group, in total 2 sessions, 2.5 hours/session)
   5. Capturing New Market Opportunities (2 sessions for 1 group, in total 2 sessions, 2.5 hours/session)
2. Outcomes

The following outcomes are what the activity aims to achieve within the above-mentioned topics for the required training sessions:

• 10 sessions, 5 topics with 2 sessions each for 10 mature MSMEs. 

• The training topics will be confirmed following the needs assessment.

 3. Deliverables

• Conduct a total of 10 training sessions on the listed topics above (in Bourj Hammoud, Dekweneh, Sin El Fil and Jdaideh).
• Assess and analyse beneficiary performance and topic understanding through relevant Pre and Post tests.
• Submit timely pre and post training reports for each training given.
• Submit training and activity report including observations on improvements or challenges faced by participants.

4. Qualifications

• University degree in business, economics, marketing, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a trainer for Mature MSMEs in Lebanon
• Proven knowledge of Fair-Trade principles.
• Proven presentation skills.
• Proven ability to drive results 

5. Skills

• Adheres to FTL values
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Engaged in developing self and others
• High degree of self-motivation
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills
• Good time management
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines and schedules
• Good knowledge of Arabic and English

6. Company qualification

The company must have the following valid legal documents:

• Commercial Circular
• Fiscal Certificate of Incorporation at the Ministry of Finance
• VAT Certificate of Registration (if applicable)
• ID of company’s authorized representative(s)
• Copy of fiscal number registration or an 8.5% tax to be deducted as per Lebanese law from individual trainers

7. Payment terms

• Invoices must be issued no later than the 25^th of each month, and payments will be processed within 15 to 20 business days, provided that all deliverables have been submitted.
• Payments will be made via bank cheques.
• All applicable taxes will be deducted from the Consultant’s fees unless the Consultant is registered with the Ministry of Finance.