Iraq Sudan Call for Experts and Trainers/ SME in Livelihoods,

STOOS CONSULTING

Introduction
STOOS Consulting seeks Iraq-based trainers and technical experts to deliver hands-on, market-relevant training and coaching for women, youth, farmers, small businesses, VSLA groups, and TVET learners . Assignments will be delivered in Arabic (Kurdish an advantage) and tailored to governorate-specific contexts.
Description of the Tasks
• Conduct rapid needs assessments and market scans (demand, skills gaps, value chains, MSME pain points).
• Design localized curricula and toolkits (Arabic/Kurdish where relevant) using adult learning and competency-based methods.
• Deliver interactive trainings (classroom, on-the-job, mentoring clinics, simulations, practicums).
• Provide post-training coaching (business plans, pitch practice, job readiness, placement support).
• Establish/strengthen VSLAs and financial inclusion (group formation, governance, loan cycles, linkages to MFIs/banks).
• Integrate digital enablement (e-commerce, mobile money, record-keeping apps, basic cybersecurity).
• Mainstream GESI & protection (inclusive delivery, safe participation of women/youth, disability accommodation).
• Embed climate-smart and DRR elements (water-wise practices, input choices, risk mitigation for rural MSMEs).
• Implement pre/post tests , practical assessments, and light-touch MEL , capturing outcomes and lessons.
• Produce concise training reports , coaching logs, actionable recommendations , and trainee referral lists.
• Coordinate with NGOs/INGOs, chambers, TVET institutes, and private sector for internships, apprenticeships, and fairs.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Residence in Iraq ; Arabic fluency ( Kurdish advantage ).
• Degree/TVET certification in Business/Entrepreneurship, Agriculture, Economics, Finance, TVET, Livestock , or related.
• 5+ years of proven training/facilitation and mentorship in one or more domains:
• TVET ; VSLA & financial inclusion ; Business & entrepreneurship ; Livestock ; Agriculture ;
• Financial literacy ; Vocational trades ; Women & youth economic empowerment ;
• Climate-resilient livelihoods ; Cooperatives/social enterprise ; Market systems/value chains ;
• Digital/ICT for livelihoods ; Humanitarian cash/social protection ; Food security & nutrition ; SME development .
• Demonstrated curriculum design , coaching , assessment , and report writing skills.
• Familiarity with donor-funded programming , private-sector engagement , and Do No Harm/safeguarding/CHS .
• Practical proficiency with Kobo/ODK , spreadsheets, and collaboration tools.
How to apply
Interested experts and consultants are expected to apply via the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelxnYBWPYZtRM4dTD9FDTnQSKNm4olLei5d4-pYxaY4N3Uvg/viewform