TOT Trainer

Introduction

There is an increasing body of evidence demonstrating that engaging men as allies of women in achieving gender equality has a positive and lasting impact on gender-equitable outcomes. As part of its commitment to advancing women’s rights and inclusive development, Women for Women International (WfWI) has developed a Men’s Engagement Program (MEP) that recognizes men as clients, partners, and agents of change. The MEP is designed to complement women’s empowerment efforts by sensitively and strategically engaging men on the holistic benefits of gender equality. The program takes a transformative and context-driven approach to help men examine their roles, beliefs, and behaviors—promoting positive masculinity, shared responsibility, and community-wide dialogue. Through engaging influential male leaders, the program fosters change that is sustainable, rooted in community values, and capable of shifting social norms.

In this context, WfWI seeks qualified trainers to deliver high-quality, contextually appropriate training to Level 1 community and religious leaders, equipping them to become champions of change in their communities.

The trainer is expected to:

The Trainer will play a critical role in equipping Level 1 Community and Religious Leaders with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to drive positive change in their communities through WfWI’s Men’s Engagement Program (MEP). The trainer will be responsible for the following:

§ Facilitate a 5-day intensive training program to launch the MEP for selected male community and religious leaders, introducing key concepts and building foundational understanding.

§ Develop a comprehensive training schedule and organize the overall training plan, including session flow, materials, logistics, and participant engagement strategy. The schedule should cover the initial 5-day training and outline follow-up sessions paced over a six-month period as per the MEP curriculum.

§ Deliver the required and optional sessions of the Men’s Engagement Program curriculum, ensuring each session runs between 90 to 120 minutes and is aligned with WfWI’s core objectives.

§ Adapt and localize session plans to fit the participants’ literacy levels, cultural and religious sensitivities, and community realities while preserving the curriculum’s core learning outcomes.

§ Deliver contextually relevant, high-quality training content that enables participants to:

– Identify and challenge harmful gender norms and gender inequalities.

– Promote positive male engagement and allyship in their communities.

– Initiate and lead change efforts within their spheres of influence.

§ Continuously assess and adapt training delivery by collecting participant feedback, monitoring engagement levels, and reflecting on group dynamics to adjust pacing and content accordingly.

§ Collaborate closely with WfWI program staff to ensure consistent implementation of the curriculum, alignment with broader program goals, and to incorporate lessons learned into future sessions.

Key Responsibilities

Review and familiarize with WfWI’s Men’s Engagement curriculum and relevant training materials.

Prepare daily training plans and session guides based on the program curriculum.

Facilitate training sessions using adult learning principles, case studies, storytelling, discussions, and group work.

Create a safe, inclusive learning environment that encourages open dialogue and reflection.

Monitor participant engagement and adjust facilitation techniques as needed.

Collaborate with WfWI program staff to ensure alignment with broader program goals.

Submit daily debriefs and a final training report including participant feedback, observations, and recommendations.

Expected Deliverables

Tailored training agenda and facilitation plan for the 5-day program.

Conduct of 5-day training for Level 1 community leaders in line with WfWI standards.

Participant pre- and post-training assessments (in coordination with WfWI MERL staff).

Final training report with summary of outcomes, challenges, and recommendations.

 

Program Duration and Location

The training will take place over a 5-day period. Trainers must be available for the full duration, and 2 days include preparation of materials, schedule and reporting days.

Training sessions will be delivered in designated project locations as determined by the WfWI Iraq team.( In Mousl and hamdanyah)

Support Provided

WfWI will provide the trainer with:

Relevant training materials and curriculum

Logistical support including venue, participant coordination, and transportation

A focal point from the WfWI program team for coordination and support

Code of Conduct and Safeguarding

The trainer must adhere to WfWI’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy. They are expected to foster an environment of respect, confidentiality, and non-discrimination throughout the training.

Share at least two references from latest experiences

Amendments

Any changes to this ToR will be communicated by WfWI in advance. Trainer feedback will be considered in the revision process.

Send your CV to below email address.

kri-procurement@womenforwomen.org

Deadline to submit your application is June 24, 2025.

Applications sent after mentioned deadline will not be considered.