Call for Part Time Consulting Opportunities

A local consulting firm is looking for part time trainers and coaches to deliver a set of training for its partner organizations (local CSOs). Each topic will be implemented in 2 different locations, Beirut & North governorates within a period of 3 months starting December 2020 and ending in March 2021. The expected number of working days, including preparation and content delivery is 5 working days for each of the topics. The topics are: 

1. Financial and accounting management
   • Specific skills: experience in the field of non-profit financial management, dealing with institutional donors and knowledge of their reporting rules and regulations. Proficiency in accounting software is a distinctive advantage. Experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning is mandatory
2. Fundraising and crowdfunding 
   • Specific skills: experience in social media management and storytelling. Previous experience in developing online crowdfunding campaigns is mandatory. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Storytelling skills are considered as added value 
3. Proposal writing
   • Specific skills: demonstrated experience in developing and implementing fundraising and partnership strategies, covering corporate, government, multi-lateral and NGO revenue streams. Proficiency in proposal writing or managing a grant with DFID, USAID, EU, UN agencies is highly recommended
4. Data management
   • Specific skills: knowledge of qualitative and quantitative data collection and management techniques. Experience using data analysis and management software like power BI, Kobo, MS Access, etc. Strong analytical skills.

In addition to the above listed opportunities, we are looking for a part time project manager, with a capacity of 15 to 25%, to coordinate the activities of the trainers/coaches.

1. Project Manager
   • Specific skills: intermediate experience in project management, ideally within an international or local NGO or CSO. Previous experience in capacity building projects and organizational development is highly desirable

The applicants are expected to have previous experience in leading, organizing or assisting in conducting workshops or building the capacity of local organizations. The trainers/coaches are expected to tailor the curriculum depending on the CSOs needs, following the recommendations identified after a single assessment session. They should also produce a brief final report detailing the training/coaching outcomes and their recommendations if needed. The expected deliverables are carried in both English and Arabic. 

We are looking for profiles who have:

1. Bachelor or Master degree in the relevant field of education, related to the topic they are applying for
2. 5 to 10 years of relevant experience, including experience in capacity building, development and consultancies
3. Experience in developing training materials and/or performing coaching to local CSOs 
4. Excellent communication and facilitation skills
5. Excellent writing and presentation skills 

Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory. Please send your resume with a brief cover letter (it can be included in the body of your email) to the following address: [email protected]

Thank you for specifying in your email subject the position you are applying for. People with disabilities or special needs are strongly encouraged to apply.