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BACKGROUND \u2022 \u2022 The ToT will prepare selected trainers to deliver these step-by-step guides to young people, ensuring the long-term sustainability of this knowledge transfer. Lead the ToT workshop in Erbil, preparing selected trainers to effectively deliver ILO\u2019s “Building My Future at Work” guides to youth for 6 days. DELIVERABLES Expertise in deliver training and\/or coaching for the ILO’s “Building My Future at Work” guides to youth or other related tools. SUPERVISION<\/p>\n The consultant will conduct the assignment under the overall supervision of the PSD-GREEN project manager, and the Sr. Project officer.<\/p>\n Technical Proposal Evaluation Process and Criteria Familiarity with Local Context Note: Proposals from non-Arabic speakers will be excluded, as the training will be conducted in Arabic.
\nThe ILO aims to raise awareness among youth about accessing the labor market, with a special focus on the green economy, by equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to start and grow green businesses. This will be facilitated through a Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop, utilizing the ILO\u2019s “Building My Future at Work” guide series:
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\nHow to organize my job search? https:\/\/www.ilo.org\/publications\/how-organize-my-job-search-step-step-guide-job-seekers-and-those-who<\/a><\/p>\n
\nHow to choose my future profession? https:\/\/www.ilo.org\/publications\/how-choose-my-future-profession-step-step-guide-job-seekers<\/a><\/p>\n
\nHow to work in the green economy in Iraq? https:\/\/www.ilo.org\/publications\/how-work-green-economy-guide-young-people-job-seekers-and-those-who-support<\/a><\/p>\n
\nAdditionally, in partnership with UN-HABITAT, the ILO is implementing a project in Basra to enhance public employment services (PES). As part of this initiative, a PES center has been established in Basra, and a PES manual has been developed to guide employment department staff across Iraq. The project will also include capacity-building training for PES staff in Basra, based on the manual and its corresponding training materials.
\nThese workshops will be held in person, with the PES training taking place in Basra and the ToT workshop in Erbil, between October 15 and November 5. ASSIGNMENT OBJECTIVES
\nThe objective of the consultant assignment is to provide expert guidance and support in the capacity-building of Public Employment Services (PES) staff in Basra, utilizing the newly developed PES manual and training materials. The consultant will also lead the Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop in Erbil, aimed at equipping trainers with the skills and knowledge to effectively deliver ILO’s “Building My Future at Work” guides to youth. This assignment will contribute to improving access to the labour market, particularly in the green economy, and ensure the long-term sustainability of these initiatives. SCOPE OF WORK
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\nCapacity Building for Public Employment Services (PES) Staff:
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\nConduct in-person training sessions for PES staff in Basra based on the developed PES manual and training materials for 4 days using proactive training methodologies.
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\nProvide hands-on guidance and support to enhance the staff’s ability to deliver effective employment services.
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\nEnsure that the PES staff are equipped with practical skills to utilize the manual for job placement, career counseling, and labor market services.
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\nConduct Pre and Post assessment.
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\nTraining of Trainers (ToT) Workshop:<\/p>\n
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\nDevelop proactive training methodologies that align with the ILO\u2019s step-by-step approach and ensure the sustainability of knowledge transfer including training methodologies for adults.
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\nFacilitate interactive sessions and provide feedback to trainers to ensure their readiness to mentor youth in green economy-focused entrepreneurship.
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\nConduct Pre and Post assessment.
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\nTraining Material Adaptation and Improvement:
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\nReview the existing training materials for the PES manual and “Building My Future at Work” guides, identifying areas for enhancement or adaptation based on the target audience’s needs.
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\nCustomize training materials to ensure they are culturally relevant and aligned with local labor market conditions.
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\nReports:
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\nAssess the effectiveness of both the PES training and the ToT workshop through pre- and post-training evaluations.
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\nProvide a comprehensive report detailing the outcomes, participant feedback, and recommendations for further capacity-building initiatives.
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\nList of the TOT\u2019s participants who are qualified to deliver training to youth using “Building My Future at Work” guides.<\/p>\n
\nThe consultant is expected to submit the following deliverables:
\nDeliverable (1): Inception Report
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\nReview the training materials for PES manual and TOT.
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\nWork plan to complete the PES and TOT.
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\nAgenda for both training and tentative dates for travel.
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\nUpdated training materials for each training if any.
\nDeliverable (2):
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\nA summary report of the PES manual training in Basra for four days.
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\nA summary report of the TOT in Erbil for six days.
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\nEvaluation assessment (pre & post) for each training.
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\nList of the TOT\u2019s participants who are qualified to deliver training to youth using “Building My Future at Work” guides. SELECTION CRITERIA: Qualifications and Expertise:
\nThe consultant should meet the following qualifications and possess the necessary expertise:
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\nAdvanced university degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Labor Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
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\nMinimum of 7-10 years of professional experience in public employment services, vocational training, career guidance or capacity building initiatives. In addition to experience in delivering related training for adults.
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\nProven experience in delivering Training of Trainers (ToT) workshops and capacity-building programs in employment services or career guidance especially with ILO.
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\nExperience in the context of Iraq would be an asset through training, research, development, etc.
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\nExpertise in designing and delivering training programs, including the ability to adapt materials to local contexts and specific target groups.<\/p>\n
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\nExperience working with international organizations (e.g., ILO, UN agencies) or projects focused on employment services, career guidance, green economy initiatives, or entrepreneurship development.
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\nFluency in Arabic as the trainings will be delivered in Arabic, and good level in English for reporting.<\/p>\n
\nThe External Collaborator shall describe in the Technical Proposal how it intends to meet the requirements described in the Terms of Reference.
\nIn preparing the Proposal, the External Collaborator shall review all requirements and will reflect its understanding of and approach to meeting these requirements in the Proposal.
\nIn preparing the Technical Proposal, the Excol shall provide details of the proposed project methodology and implementation and management plan as well as CVs which will deliver the works specified in this TOR.
\nThe External Collaborator may also add any other document and information to demonstrate its technical and professional capacities and competencies to fulfil the requirements as specified in the Terms of Reference<\/p>\n
\nProposals will be reviewed and evaluated by an Evaluation Panel to determine compliance with the requirements specified in the Request for Proposal (RFP). A two-stage procedure will be utilized in evaluating the proposals:
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\nTechnical Proposal (70% of total grade) will be evaluated first, followed by the consideration of Financial Offers (30% of total grade).
\nTechnical Proposal Evaluation Criteria Criteria Weight (%) Description
\nCompliance with the TOR
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\nThe proposal should demonstrate thorough compliance with the TOR, showcasing a well-structured and feasible implementation plan.
\nConsultant Qualifications
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\nRelevant educational background.
\nProfessional Experience
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\nExperience in public employment services, vocational training, career guidance, or capacity-building initiatives. Proven experience in delivering ToT workshops.
\nExpertise in Training Delivery
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\nExperience in delivering training and\/or coaching on ILO’s “Building My Future at Work” guides or related tools for youth.
\nTraining Program Design
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\nExpertise in designing and delivering training programs, including adapting materials to local contexts and specific target groups.<\/p>\n
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\nFamiliarity with the Iraqi context or similar socio-economic environments.<\/p>\n
\nFinancial Proposal
\nDuring the second stage of the evaluation, the Financial Offers (30% of the total grade) of all bidders who have attained at least the minimum score during the technical evaluation will be compared.
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\nFlight Tickets: ILO will handle the arrangement of flight tickets.
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\nTravel Allowances: Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) for travel to Basra and Erbil will be calculated as follows: Location Days Daily Rate (USD) Total Allowance (USD)
\nBasra (175.20 per day) covering meals, accommodation, and miscellaneous (15% lunch provided during the four training days)
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\n$175.20 (Day 1) + $595.68 (Days 2-5) Total: $770.88
\nErbil (143.20 per day) covering meals, accommodation, and miscellaneous
\n(15% lunch provided during the six training days)
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\n$143.20
\n$143.20 (Day 1) + $730.32 (Days 2-7) Total: $873.52
\nGrand Total
\n$1,644.40
\nThe process of evaluating proposals will be based on the combined percentage of Technical and Financial elements.<\/p>\n