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Trainer on Equitable and Positive Masculinities
Beirut, Lebanon Programs – Middle East and North Africa / Consultant - International / Hybrid + Search’s Women, Youth, Peace, and Security program seeks to identify and train 30 youth champions in Equitable and Positive Masculinities to create digital media products promoting inclusive social norms on women and youth engagement in peace and security processes. The selection process prioritizes candidates with a commitment to gender inclusivity, experience in digital/social media, and diversity. Trained youth will develop youth-led digital content—including satire, memes, theater, and documentaries—to challenge and transform gender norms.
+ These products will be shared through online and offline campaigns on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, engaging broader audiences and sparking dialogue around positive gender roles.
+ The consultancy aims to empower Youth Champions to understand and promote positive masculinity, equipping them with skills to challenge harmful gender norms through digital media. Specific goals include:
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Enhance Understanding of Positive Masculinity: Equip participants with the knowledge of positive masculinity, emphasizing
respect,
empathy, and
inclusivity. Focus on behaviors that support
gender equality and peaceful coexistence, challenging harmful stereotypes and promoting a redefined masculinity that supports all genders
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Develop Empathy and Conflict Resolution skills: Build participants’ ability to engage in respectful dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution, promoting emotional intelligence, empathy, and communication skills
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Promote Youth as Agents of Social Change: Train Youth Champions to advocate for positive masculinities in their communities, encouraging reflection on gender norms, and adopting inclusive and respectful behaviors.
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Foster Sustainable Peer Mentorship: Create an environment for Youth Champions to support and mentor each other, ensuring that the principles of positive masculinity are reinforced through peer collaboration, reflection, and community engagement.
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Evaluate Impact and Drive Continuous Improvement: Conduct ongoing assessments of how well participants are incorporating positive masculinity principles in their interactions and advocacy efforts. Use evaluation findings to adapt training methods and strengthen mentorship support as needed.
Required Qualifications
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Experience on topics of positive masculinity, gender sensitivity, and youth engagement.
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Knowledge of gender and social inclusion frameworks, with expertise in promoting equitable masculinities.
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Strong mentorship skills for youth, with an ability to guide creative media production.
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Cultural sensitivity and familiarity with the social context of the Levant.
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Proficiency in digital media production and campaign strategies.
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Fluent in English and Arabic.
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Experience in designing, delivering, and facilitating impactful training sessions.
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Skilled in remote training delivery, with familiarity in using various online platforms and tools.
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Proven experience working with international organizations.
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Excellent communication skills, cultural awareness, and sensitivity.
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Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse social and professional backgrounds, across all levels.
+ Relevant academic degree in a related field.
+ In-depth knowledge of local contexts.
+ Familiarity with frameworks such as Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) and Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS).
+ Interested consultants are requested to submit the following documents:
+ A concise description of the proposed training methodology, tools, and sample agendas.
+ A cover letter and detailed CV.
+ A financial proposal with the consultant’s daily rate.
