Call for Consultants - Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Trainer

Dirasa and Makani Programs | 2027

Background

The UNICEF-funded Dirasa and Makani Programs aim to provide out-of-school children with multiple, flexible learning pathways that respond to their individual learning needs. The programs are implemented in private and semi-private schools and community centers, targeting out-of-school children while also providing retention support to students already enrolled in schools.

World Learning, in its capacity as the Technical Partner for the Dirasa and Makani Programs, is inviting qualified Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Trainers to join its pool of trainers and technical consultants to support the implementation of various training, capacity-building, and technical support activities throughout 2027.

Selected consultants will be engaged under a framework consultancy agreement based on program needs, implementation schedules, and specific assignment requirements.

Applicants must have a minimum of five years of proven professional experience in Social and Emotional Learning, education, psychology, or a related field.

Nature, Duration and Level of Effort

The selected Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Trainer will be engaged on an assignment basis throughout the 2027 calendar year, depending on the needs of the Dirasa and Makani Programs, with an anticipated level of effort of 60 consultancy days per consultant. The consultant must be available to provide services for at least two days per week, Monday through Friday, during periods of engagement. Specific assignments, deliverables, timelines, locations, and consultancy days will be communicated and agreed upon in advance with the consultant and the relevant World Learning technical team. The actual distribution of days will depend on program requirements, training schedules, and activity availability. The framework agreement does not guarantee continuous engagement, and the consultant will be called upon as needed.

Duty Station and Travel Requirements

The consultancy will be primarily based in Lebanon, with assignments requiring flexibility and availability to work across different locations and regions throughout the country.

Depending on program needs, the consultant will be expected to:

• Travel to different regions across Lebanon to deliver training sessions, conduct field visits, provide on-site technical assistance, and support program implementation.
• Provide online technical support, coaching, and follow-up to teachers and relevant educational personnel.
• Participate in virtual meetings and coordination sessions as required.
• Attend in-person meetings, training preparation sessions, coordination meetings, and follow-up discussions at World Learning's Beirut office when requested.
• Coordinate regularly with the relevant project management and technical teams to ensure effective planning, implementation, and follow-up of assigned activities.
• The consultant must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to travel within Lebanon and provide both in-person and remote support throughout the consultancy period.

Job Description and Key Responsibilities

The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Trainer will report to the Project Director at World Learning's Lebanon Field Office and coordinate closely with the relevant technical officers and program teams to support the integration and implementation of SEL approaches across the Dirasa and Makani Programs.

The key responsibilities include:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the programs' SEL framework, objectives, pedagogical approaches, and implementation methodologies.
• Design, prepare, and deliver capacity-building sessions and training workshops for teachers, facilitators, Educational Quality Focal Points, and other relevant educational personnel.
• Strengthen participants' understanding of core SEL competencies, including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
• Equip teachers and facilitators with practical, age-appropriate, and inclusive strategies to integrate SEL into classroom activities and daily interactions with children.
• Promote positive classroom environments that foster children's emotional well-being, social interaction, resilience, confidence, and positive behavior.
• Introduce practical approaches for managing classroom dynamics, encouraging positive relationships, and responding appropriately to children's social and emotional needs.
• Support teachers and facilitators in identifying potential social and emotional challenges affecting children's engagement, participation, and learning.
• Conduct field visits to schools and learning centers across different regions in Lebanon to observe the application of SEL approaches and provide on-site technical assistance.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and technical support to teachers and educational personnel through in-person meetings and online platforms.
• Monitor the implementation of SEL activities, provide constructive feedback, and identify areas requiring further support or capacity building.
• Contribute to the development, adaptation, and improvement of SEL training materials, activities, and practical resources.
• Ensure that training approaches are inclusive, child-centered, gender-sensitive, and appropriate to the different backgrounds and needs of participating children.
• Participate in technical coordination meetings and planning sessions at World Learning's office or online, as required.
• Perform other related tasks as requested by the technical team and senior management.

General Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should meet the following minimum qualifications and requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Education, Teaching, Psychology, Social Sciences, or another relevant field. A master's degree or additional professional qualifications will be considered an asset.
• At least five years of proven professional experience in Social and Emotional Learning, education, psychology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training sessions, workshops, or capacity-building activities.
• Previous experience working with teachers, educational personnel, children, or education-focused programs.
• Strong knowledge of relevant SEL methodologies, pedagogical approaches, and learner-centered practices.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in the language relevant to the consultancy area and the ability to deliver training in the required language(s).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and coordinate effectively with technical and program teams.
• Availability to provide consultancy services for at least two days per week, Monday through Friday, during periods of engagement, based on program needs and agreed assignments.
• Availability and willingness to travel to different regions across Lebanon for field assignments, training sessions, and on-site technical support.
• Ability to provide online technical support and participate in virtual meetings and follow-up sessions.
• Flexibility to attend in-person coordination and planning meetings at World Learning's Beirut office when required.
• Familiarity with distance-learning platforms and web-conferencing tools is an asset.
• Previous experience working with UNICEF-funded programs or education initiatives targeting vulnerable and out-of-school children is an advantage.

To apply: Please send your resume to [email protected] with the post title on the subject line along with a cover letter (in English) explaining why you are best qualified for this position.

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and qualified candidates should apply as soon as possible.