Training Coordinator

ENTITY BACKGROUND 

About Transparency International - Lebanon (TI-LB), formerly known as the Lebanese Transparency Association (LTA) 

Transparency International Lebanon (TI-LB) was established in 1999 with the aim of reducing rampant corruption in Lebanon, promoting the principles of transparency and accountability, establishing the rule of law and respecting the fundamental rights inaugurated in international laws and the Lebanese Constitution, by focusing on systematic improvement, building alliances, and encouraging civil society organizations to take measures towards transparency and accountability. Our mission is to promote transparency and integrity as well as prevent and fight corruption through collaboration, advocacy and active engagement, in public, private and non-governmental organizations, contributing thus to the fulfillment of our vision of a Lebanon with well governed, transparent and accountable institutions, free of corruption and built on the rule of law. 

TI-LB has worked to enhance transparency in the public and private sectors in Lebanon for more than a decade, by implementing a number of projects that ranged from contributing to the development to lobbying the anti-corruption laws (such as the draft law on the Right to Access to Information, the Whistleblowers Protection Law, the Asset and Interest Declaration and the Punishment of Illicit Enrichment Law etc.), and the monitoring of parliamentary elections since 2009, in addition to other projects aimed at empowering youth and municipalities on issues related to good governance. 

TI-LB was selected as a member of the first Independent Oversight Board (IOB) for the Reform, Recovery and Reconstruction Framework (3RF), which is a framework launched by the World Bank Group (WBG), United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), Civil society, Lebanon’s government, and the international community in response to the aftermath of the Beirut Port explosion.  

The framework for Reform, Recovery and Reconstruction (the 3RF) is part of a comprehensive response to the massive explosion on the Port of Beirut on August 4, 2020. The 3RF is structured around four strategic pillars: (1) improving governance and accountability; (2) jobs and opportunities; (3) social protection, inclusion, and culture; and (4) improving services and infrastructure. Each pillar identifies a set of strategic objectives and priority areas across both the recovery track and the reform and reconstruction track.1 

For the first time, and through the 3RF governance structure, CSOs have the opportunity to actively engage and contribute to implementation or monitoring of reconstruction and reforms efforts. 

PROJECT BACKGROUND 

BINA’ project brief 

Funded by the European Union (EU), and in partnership with Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) and the Lebanese Center for Policy Studies (LCPS), BINA’ (Building Integrity and National Accountability in Lebanon) project overall objective’s is to enhance the role of civil society actors as active pillars in enhancing governance, accountability and transparency in Lebanon, as it specifically expands the abilities of civil society, both local and national, to actively monitor and advocate for transparency and accountability on the 3RF in Lebanon. 

BINA’s program key objectives are: 

To improve the capacities of CSOs, expand organizational abilities and coordinated efforts among civil society networks to ensure transparent and sustainable implementation of the 3RF in Lebanon. 

To improve capacities of local CSOs, grassroots and community-based organizations outside Beirut to participate in policy dialogues and monitoring processes related to recovery and reform at local and central level. 

To sustain an inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogue with local, national and international actors that advance reform efforts, with an emphasis on the role of CSOs. 

BINA’s target audience is diverse: (1) Civil Society Organizations (formal and informal) in Beirut and across Lebanon, (2) Youth groups and initiatives, (3) Women’s organizations/initiatives promoting gender equality, (4) Municipalities/Local Authorities and (5) citizens as Final Beneficiaries. 

CSOs 

Civil Society Organizations (formal and informal) in Beirut and across Lebanon are one of the main target groups under the scope of the BINA’ project. TI-LB is looking to secure technical and financial support in order to empower them to play a more active role in advocating for reforms at the local and national levels. This Action will directly support TI-LB to implement BINA’ main output towards working to empower Lebanese civil society with the knowledge, tools, networks and skills to strengthen their organizational capacities, making them capable of sustaining long term projects; to limit and reduce their own risks of corruption and mismanagement of funds, and to help them become credible and formidable actors of governance able to dialogue and debate with decision makers on how to collectively advance reform efforts. 

In addition to their participation in the trainings, CSOs could benefit from a Third-Party Financial Support, where they would submit their applications through a call for proposals, and could be eligible if they meet a rigorous standards and selection criteria. An inclusive and participatory approach will be prioritized in developing advocacy plans to ensure local ownership and a strong representative of diverse voices is adopted. Moreover, the project will encourage the fostering of dialogue and strategic collaboration among CSOs under 3RF and beyond and with the EU and the Government especially in relation to advocacy and monitoring reform efforts. 

DESCRIPTION  

Job purpose 

The Training Coordinator will contribute to achieving quality programming by leading the facilitation of effective capacity development program across BINA’ project and is responsible for ensuring accountability, high performance in delivering quality training services/sessions tailored to the needs of the assessed CSOs.  

Tasks and Responsibilities 

Coordinate with all related parties to facilitate trainings planned in the Project Plan  

Participate actively in the planning and execution of trainings, workshops, and events: booking the venues, preparing the needed equipment and logistics, invitation list, securing the catering, printing training modules, etc. 

 Review and proofreading of the presented materials and training modules and feedback tracking 

Prepare work plans and report updates on progress of all projects on a regular basis and as needed 

Coordinate between different stakeholders to ensure the technical review of the developed digitalized materials 

Provide technical assistance and quality control of self-paced interactive training modules. 

Oversee the overall implementation of the training activities in accordance with the set Workplan 

Ensure that the project adhere to frameworks, and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project 

Ensure that the training activities are timely implemented, and address any emerging challenge in close coordination with the project manager   

Maintain and monitor training plans, schedules, budgets, and expenditures 

Participate actively in the planning and execution of the related events 

Participate in the selection of training providers, including providing technical inputs in a timely manner, and follow up with procurement task force to ensure timely and effective selection process 

Follow up with selected training providers to ensure implementation of agreed project training activities 

Ensure proper coordination and follow-up with participants of Training of Trainers sessions in terms of coaching and mentorship to implement training sessions within their organizations 

Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each training event  

COMPETENCIES 

Academic Background: 

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business Administration or Education, or any related field 

Professional Experience: 

More than two years of experience in training coordination and/or provision of training sessions 

Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures 

Proven experience with donor-funded projects is strongly preferred 

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team 

Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams 

Ability to work on tight deadlines 

Fluent in English and Arabic  

 Professional Attitudes: 

Solid organizational skills, including effective time-management, with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work 

Strong coordination skills 

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 

Effective report writing, presentation, and documentation skills 

Ability to demonstrate commitment to achieving the end result 

Ability to maintain a professional relationship with colleagues and stakeholders.