Job Description:
Mediation Trainer
Number of positions : One
Project: TLF WPS Centre
Location: Duhok, TLF office, TLF WPS Centre
Duration: 3-Day training for 8 groups of participants (24 total sessions) from July to September 2025
Contract Type: Service Contract
Reports to: Project Manager
Publishing date: 25th Jun 2025
Deadline of submission: 1st July 2025
About Us
The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organisation which is legally registered in the Federal Government of Baghdad and KRI. The Lotus Flower programs empower vulnerable women, girls and other community members so that they are safe, have opportunities to learn, the tools to become financially independent and the freedom to lead change. We provide safe social spaces inside refugee & IDP camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run multiple women’s and children centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Iraq and have mobile teams in areas where static centers are not feasible.
The Lotus Flower services work to fill resource gaps by providing community-responsive programming which changes over time in response to feedback but revolves around 6 pillars from the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:
· Health & Safety (including MHPSS)
· Education and Livelihoods
· Peacebuilding & Human Rights
· Climate Change
We aim to provide a foundation for women, girls, and other needed community members to rebuild themselves, their families, and their futures. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities, listening to local needs and employing local communities to implement the programs.
Our main fundamental belief is that women and girls are powerful drivers of change, and we provide the support they need to reach their full potential and rebuild their futures. We strive for a world where they are safe from violence, free to access education, and are empowered to participate in their communities to drive social and economic change from within. We are investing in the future of women and girls because they play a vital role in resurrecting and strengthening communities. As local implementers, we work at the grassroots level to get right into the heart of communities. To ensure we meet their needs, we listen to the local community and employ local women to implement the programs.
The Lotus Flower has been widely recognized for its impactful and innovative work in advancing women's rights, economic empowerment, and justice for survivors. In 2021, the organization was honored with the CARE International Partnership Award, a prestigious recognition granted every four years to celebrate the professionalism and commitment of CARE’s global partners. Further affirming its dedication to women’s economic independence, The Lotus Flower received the IValues Award from the Friedrich Naumann Foundation under the “Economy and Jobs” category for the success and significance of its Women’s Business Incubation project. The organization also gained international acclaim through the PILnet Global Partnership Award for its groundbreaking initiative “Accountability for Yazidi Survivors of Atrocities by Da’esh,” which was recognized as one of the best cross-sectoral pro bono legal collaborations worldwide. Additionally, The Lotus Flower was a proud recipient of the UNHCR Innovation Award in 2022, further highlighting its commitment to delivering creative, impactful solutions for vulnerable communities.
Project background
The Lotus Flower organisation will implement the Lotus Flower Women,Peace and Security (WPS) Centre project, which is part of the SPACE project funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft fürInternationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.which aims to empower youth, especially women and girls to actively engage in peacebuilding processes, conflict resolution, and community leadership. As part of this initiative, TLF seeks to build the capacities of participants through a targeted Mediation Training that provides practical tools and knowledge for managing conflicts and fostering dialogue.
2. Objective of the Assignment
To deliver a comprehensive and interactive training on mediation, with a focus on community-based conflict resolution, dialogue facilitation, and peacebuilding skills relevant to the WPS context.
3. Key Responsibilities
3.1. Develop and deliver a culturally sensitive training curriculum on mediation tailored to the needs of women and youth in conflict-affected areas.
3.2. Provide practical and theoretical understanding of:
● Conflict analysis and conflict transformation
● Mediation techniques and processes
● Active listening and communication skills
● Gender-sensitive mediation approaches
3.3. Facilitate group exercises, role-plays, and simulations to enhance practical skills.
3.4. Create a safe, inclusive, and participatory learning environment.
3.5. Evaluate participants’ understanding through pre- and post-training assessments.
3.6. Submit a brief training report summarizing the content, methods, outcomes, and recommendations after each session.
4. Expected Deliverables
4.1. Training agenda and materials (in English and/or Kurdish/Arabic)
4.2. 3 days of in-person training sessions per group
4.3. Pre- and post-assessment tools
4.4. Attendance sheet and participant feedback forms
4.5. Final training report (max 5 pages)
5. Required Qualifications
5.1. Proven experience in designing and facilitating mediation or peacebuilding trainings, preferably in humanitarian or post-conflict settings
5.2. Strong understanding of the WPS agenda and gender-sensitive conflict resolution approaches
5.3. At least 3 years of professional experience in peacebuilding, mediation, or related fields
5.4. Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Peace Studies, Law, or relevant field (Master’s preferred)
5.5. Have received TOTs in Mediation, PeaceBuilding and Conflict resolution related subjects
5.6. Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
5.7. Fluency in English and Kurdish or Arabic (spoken and written)
6. Preferred Qualifications
6.1. Experience working with women, youth, or displaced communities
6.2. Prior experience working with NGOs or international organizations
6.3. Knowledge of the local context and cultural dynamics
7. Working Conditions
7.1. The training will be conducted at a TLF WPS Center in TLF Office
7.2. TLF will provide logistical support including venue, materials and refreshments.
7.3. The sessions will be 3 hours in duration (including a break), there will mostly be 2 sessions per day.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your updated CV with the documents mentioned below to “careers@thelotusflower.org” while mentioning
“Mediation Trainer” as the subject of your email.
Documents to be attached:
Updated CV
Proposed training outline or methodology
At least one sample or reference of previous similar work
TOT Certificate is a plus
CVs that are in the form of pictures and screenshots will not be accepted.
CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications past the expiration date of the advertisement will not be considered.