Terms of Reference

Position Title: Career Officer

Location: Based in Beirut Center with visits to Wadi Zeine and Tyre / El Buss camp

Reports To: Program Coordinator

Contract Duration: Up-till December 2026, Renewable based on performance and Fund availability

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Contract Type: Part-time

Salary: 600$

Background

Fraternity Association for Social Cultural Work implements youth livelihoods programs focused on enhancing young people's access to economic opportunities through training, career development, and job placement. The Career Officer plays a central role in helping youth navigate pathways to employment or entrepreneurship by providing career counseling, soft skills training, and employer connections.

Purpose of the Position

To provide career guidance, job placement support, and mentorship to youth participating in livelihoods programs, ensuring a smooth transition into decent work or business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Career Guidance & Counseling

Conduct one-on-one and group career counseling sessions for youth participants.
Guide youth in developing career goals, CVs, and application strategies.
Support participants in understanding local labor market trends and opportunities.

Soft Skills & Employability Training

Assess individual youth needs and provide tailored coaching and follow-up.
Promote inclusion by adapting approaches for young women, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups.

Job Placement & Employer Engagement

Identify and engage with employers, training institutions, and job platforms.
Organize job fairs, internship placements, workplace visits, and networking events.
Track employment outcomes and support youth during onboarding and probation.

Monitoring & Reporting

Maintain records of youth progression, counseling sessions, job placements, and follow-ups.
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and donor reports with career services data.
Document success stories and lessons learned for program improvement.

Partnership & Coordination

Work closely with trainers, program officers, and private sector partners to align training and job opportunities.
Participate in local employment forums or technical working groups to stay updated on market trends.
Support entrepreneurship referrals where self-employment is a suitable pathway.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Career Guidance, Psychology, Social Work, Human Resources, Education, or related field.
At least 3 years of experience in career counseling, job placement, youth mentorship, or livelihoods programming.
Understanding of youth development, labor markets, and employment barriers.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience working with vulnerable or marginalized youth is an advantage.
Proficiency in MS Office and digital platforms for job matching or counseling.
Fluency in English and [Local Language].

Key Competencies

Youth-focused, empathetic, and supportive.
Strong facilitation and public speaking skills.
Relationship-building and networking ability.
Adaptable and culturally sensitive.
Confidentiality and professionalism.

Reporting

The Career Officer reports to the Program Coordinator and collaborates closely with the Training Officers, MEAL team, and employer partners.

Required Documents:

CV/ Mention the address and the date of birth in the CV.
Official ID
University or Technical Degree.

Application Guidelines:

Please submit your resume and a Cover/motivational letter to:

Apply Google Form: https://forms.gle/pzcg6RkUGUmAt9bPA

Note: any application through e-mail will be ignored, accepted application through the google form only with filling all the required information.

All applicants are hereby required to complete and submit the designated Google Form, providing all requested information accurately and in full.

Completion and submission of the Google Form is a mandatory requirement for the consideration of any application. Any applicant who fails to complete and submit the form within the specified deadline will have their application automatically canceled and deemed ineligible for further consideration.

Applicants are therefore strongly advised to ensure that all required information is provided and that the form is successfully submitted within the designated timeframe.

Applications will not be processed or considered unless the required Google Form has been duly completed and submitted.

Contact person: (01/455441)

Deadline for application: Monday, 15 October 2026 (Beirut Time).