Training Revision Consultant

Training Revision Consultant 

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation

About the job

The individual will report directly to Cash and Livelihoods Specialist. The main duties and responsibilities will be:

Objectives of the Consultancy:

• To review, refine, and analyze the current training's material content developed by DRC. In addition to the incorporation of multiple-instructional methods; combining lectures, discussions, and interactions with each trainings content in a contextual manner.
• Training concepts should be explained in a user-friendly language, avoiding advanced mathematics and using simple illustrations, visual learning aids, and applicable interactive examples, training activities/exercises, and the development of any other relevant tools in order to ensure the best possible outreach, engagements, and commitments of beneficiaries taking into consideration the fulfillment of each trainings learning outcomes.

Scope of Work:

• The consultant should be able to follow the ADDIE approach (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation) encompassing of the following:

  *The consultant will be provided with all existing training materials and supporting documents

  • Analysis Phase: Analysis of existing training curriculums to determine the quality and effectiveness of the existing materials.
  • Design: Based on the results of the analysis, recommendations for improvements and updates of curriculum design should be identified. The consultant should take into consideration the target audience and literacy levels. The initial recommendations should be shared with the Livelihoods Technical Unit for approval.
  • Development: Based on the results and agreed feedback, the consultant should start aligning the course content with the respective training exercises’ design. The activities/exercises should incorporate unit-by-unit course development and revision content analysis and review.
  • Implementation: Before full release, demos of activities and training exercises’ are to be developed. These will be evaluated by the Livelihoods Technical Unit and suggestions for improvement are to be implemented. These will be subject to the approval of the Livelihood Technical Unit.
  • Evaluation: The intent of the evaluation phase to measure the success of the demos implemented with DRC staff. Evaluation occurs throughout the delivery of the course to DRC beneficiaries; this includes beneficiaries’ engagement and performance and overall assessment and feedback from DRC staff on the success of the newly developed content; this will include the first run of trainings to DRC beneficiaries.
  • Develop training tools related to the materials; this should cover: Pre- Knowledge Test and Post Training Participant Feedback.

   

  Deliverables:

• Inception report: The inception report should cover the proposed methodology including recommendations and options for activities and group exercises for trainings. Report should summarize and capture the feedback containing consultant’s full observations and general recommendations on improvement of existing materials. This is subject to approval by DRC’s Livelihoods Technical Team.
• First Draft: the consultant is to submit a First draft (that resembles the final product) of the trainings for approval from the DRC Livelihoods Technical Team.
• Final Product: The final product should include the trainings, tools and activities. The final materials that will be handed out and used as DRC property.

Application Process:

Interested Consultants should submit the following documents:

• Technical Proposal describing the approach you will use for the completion of the tasks in the ToR; including methodology, team composition (if relevant), implementation plan and a detailed timeline.
• Financial proposal detailing the costs per activity/deliverable required. Quote required with a detailed breakdown of number of days and any associated costs
• A brief proposal describing your eligibility, skills, and previous relevant work experiences; including a minimum of 2 comparable work example (preferably if on functioning databases or websites).
•  Curriculum Vitae (CV) clearly summarizing relevant work experience be submitted in one PDF file under CV submission. 

Required / Desirable

• Degree in Business Development, Marketing, Finance or relevant equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience creating and implementing business related trainings.
• Experience training and working with illiterate people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong Computer skills (PowerPoint, Microsoft Word).
• Knowledge of the refugee context and livelihoods barriers facing refugees and migrants in Jordan.
•  Fluency in English & Arabic (written and spoken) is essential.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values. 

Closing date for applications: 30 Sep. 2018

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.