External Collaborator to Deliver Job Search Club

International Labour Organization

Deliver a structured Training of Facilitators (ToF) for 24 facilitators in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah on JSC methodology.

Build their skills in facilitation, communication, psychosocial support, career guidance, and job search techniques.

Provide technical backstopping, mentoring, and ongoing coaching to trained facilitators.

Support facilitators in adapting JSC methodology to the Iraq context.

Ensure that the training and subsequent rollout of JSCs adhere to ILO standards and methodology.

Recommend adjustments to materials and facilitation approaches to suit the local labor market conditions.

Produce a brief training report summarizing sessions delivered, facilitator performance, challenges, and recommendations.

III. Detailed tasks

A. Preparation Phase

• Review and adapt the existing Job Search Club (JSC) methodology and materials to the local context of Iraq.
• Develop a detailed Training of Facilitators (ToF) plan, agenda, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate with ILO and relevant partners for logistical and content validation.

B. Delivery Phase

• Conduct a 6-day Training of Facilitators (ToF) workshop for 24 selected JSC facilitators in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.
• Apply interactive, participatory training techniques, including simulations, role-plays, and group discussions.
• Build facilitators competencies in job search techniques, facilitation, psychosocial support, and career guidance.

C. Coaching and Mentoring Phase

• Provide continuous coaching and mentoring to trained facilitators during the initial rollout of JSCs.
• Offer feedback and guidance on session delivery, participant engagement, and methodology adaptation.

D. Reporting Phase

• Prepare a final report summarizing training content, participant performance, challenges, and recommendations.
• Suggest improvements to adapt JSC methodology and materials for broader replication in Iraq.

IV. Expected deliverables

Deliverable 1: Provision and successful completion of a 6-day Training of Facilitators (ToF) for 24 Job Search club facilitators (After week 3 of signing the contract).

This assignment is expected to be completed within up to 8 Working days Deliverable 2: Coaching and Mentoring plan to support facilitators during the initial rollout of Job Search clubs in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah (After week 15 of signing the contract and (Deliverable #1) accomplishment).

This assignment is expected to be completed within up to 5 Working days.

Deliverable 3: Drafting and finalizing the final training report including participant evaluation, lessons learned, and recommendations for scaling up Job search clubs in Sulaymaniyah and Erbil (After week 18 of signing the contract and (Deliverable #2) accomplishment).

This assignment is expected to be completed within up to 2 Working days

V. Reporting arrangements

The Master Trainer will report to the ILO Project Manager and ILO National Project Officer, based in the ILO Iraq Office in Erbil.

The consultant will maintain regular communication with the ILO technical team to ensure alignment of training content and implementation with ILO standards and methodologies. Coordination meetings (virtual or in-person) will be held periodically throughout the assignment to review progress, discuss challenges, and agree on adjustments as needed.

The Master Trainer will submit the following reports and deliverables to the ILO focal point for review and approval:

• Training Plan and Adapted Materials prior to the start of the Training of Facilitators (ToF).
• Completion Report of the ToF Workshop immediately following training delivery, summarizing sessions conducted and facilitator performance.
• Coaching and Mentoring Report outlining follow-up support to trained facilitators.
• Final Training Report including participant evaluations, lessons learned, and recommendations for improvement and scale-up.

All reports shall be submitted in English, in electronic format, and approved by the ILO Project Manager before final payment.

VII. Indicators for evaluation of outputs

The performance of the Master Trainer and the quality of deliverables will be assessed by the ILO against the following indicators:

• Timeliness and Adherence to Schedule: All deliverables (training materials, reports, mentoring plan, and final report) are submitted according to the agreed timeline. Training and mentoring activities are completed within the consultancy period specified in the contract.
• Achievement of Objectives: The 6-day Training of Facilitators (ToF) is successfully delivered to 24 facilitators in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah.
• Facilitators demonstrate improved knowledge and practical skills in job search club methodology, facilitation techniques, and career guidance as evidenced by pre- and post-training assessments. Coaching and mentoring support is effectively provided during the rollout phase, ensuring facilitators can independently manage JSC sessions.
• Quality and Relevance of Work: Training materials are well-adapted to the local context and aligned with ILO standards and methodologies. Reports are comprehensive, analytical, and submitted in high-quality written English, including actionable recommendations, and feedback from ILO supervisors and participants indicates high satisfaction with the content, delivery, and relevance of the training.
• Professional Conduct and Coordination: Effective coordination and communication are maintained with ILO staff and partners throughout the assignment.
• The consultant demonstrates professionalism, responsiveness, and adherence to ILO ethical and quality standards.