ECD Facilitator - Shatila

Basmeh & Zeitooneh is a registered Lebanese organization, committed to serving refugees and vulnerable communities in Lebanon, through six community centers across the country. The organization runs educational, relief, livelihoods, and protection programs, and aims to serve as an inclusive and supportive focal point for the entire community.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. Also, fraud, bribery, and corrupt activities.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh (B&Z) is committed to maintaining the security, confidentiality, and privacy of your personal information.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh is committed to safeguarding the well-being of children and upholding the Convention on the Rights of the Child, Basmeh & Zeitooneh maintains a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse.

Job Purpose: The ECD and health Facilitator is responsible for delivering structured parenting sessions focused on early childhood development (ECD) for parents and providing health and nutrition awareness sessions for children aged 7-14 under the Makani Project. The facilitator ensures a safe and stimulating learning environment, promotes positive parenting, and engages children in nutrition and health education while adhering to Basmeh & Zeitooneh's safeguarding policies.

Major Activities:

• Plan and implement structured ECD sessions for parents to enhance their knowledge of child development, positive discipline, and early stimulation practices.
• Ensure ECD sessions incorporate interactive, culturally appropriate methodologies, including discussions, role-playing, and practical demonstrations.
• Conduct age-appropriate nutrition and health awareness sessions for children aged 7-14, focusing on topics such as healthy eating habits, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Utilize engaging tools such as storytelling, group discussions, and practical demonstrations to educate children on health and nutrition.
• Develop lesson plans that align with Basmeh & Zeitooneh’s approach and promote child well-being.

For Early Childhood Development (ECD) Sessions (Parents)

• Facilitate interactive parenting sessions on child development, early learning, and positive discipline.
• Teach parents early stimulation techniques, including play, communication, and cognitive activities.
• Educate parents on positive parenting, non-violent discipline, and emotional bonding.
• Provide psychoeducation on parental self-care, stress management, and well-being.
• Develop and distribute educational materials such as handouts, videos, and exercises.
• Encourage the participation of fathers and caregivers in ECD practices.

For Health & Nutrition Awareness Sessions (Children 7-14 years old)

• Conduct interactive sessions on hygiene practices, disease prevention, and sanitation.
• Educate children on balanced nutrition, food groups, and hydration.
• Use practical demonstrations such as meal planning, food games, and physical activities.
• Teach mental and emotional well-being topics, including self-care and body awareness.
• Monitor children’s learning through quizzes, role-playing, and creative activities.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Working within the principles of the Code of Conduct.
• Ensuring that participants have access to the appropriate service.
• Ensuring that the Foundation’s team interacts with participants within the principles of the B&Z, especially preserving dignity and avoiding psychological harm.
• Achieving the required number of participants at the end of the program while ensuring the quality of work.
• Ensure that a safe environment is provided for the child in the institution and the school.
• Create positive communication with the team.

Education & Experience:

• University degree in Education, Social Work, or related fields.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in sport and physical education.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in ECD programs, health education, or nutrition awareness, preferably in humanitarian settings.
• Strong knowledge of child development, positive parenting, and health promotion.

Competencies:

Functional: 

• Positive communication and effective listening to the needs of the participants.
• The ability to effectively network services to provide participants.
• Accept and respect the cultural context in which we work.
• Continuing career development through work-related training.
• Empathy and empathy with participants.
• Flexibility at work and with the stress of work and place.
• Direct work (in contact line) with participants.

Behavioral:

• Presenting a good image of the Basmeh& Zeitooneh Foundation through active presence in meetings with other institutions.
• Receiving participants in a humane way that is good for dignity.
• Work as a team while maintaining hierarchy.
• Keeping the participants' information confidential.
• Fluency in the Arabic language, and finding English speaking and writing at the beginner level.