Job Description: Soft Skills Trainer

Number of positions: 1

Duration: One year (daily worker)

Location:  Duhok

Deadline of submission: 30 October 2022

About Us:

The Lotus Flower is a non-governmental organization which empowers vulnerable women and girls 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 camps and implement projects to help them rebuild their lives and earn a living. We run four women’s centers for the IDP, refugee and host community in Kurdistan.

 Our programs are based around pillars from the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals:

·       Health & Safety

·       Education & Livelihoods

·       Peace building & Human Rights

Our centers implement much-needed livelihood training, language courses, computer training, mental health support, fitness and health training, and awareness sessions and advocacy on women's rights and gender-based violence. 

We aim to provide the foundation for women 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 women to implement the programs. Our 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·       He/she is the person responsible for encouraging qualities that include communicative skills, listening skills, team skills, leadership, creativity and logic, problem-solving and readiness to adapt.

·       Facilitate day-to-day classes to assist Lotus Flower beneficiaries in gaining knowledge and soft-skills.

·       Conduct classes in an atmosphere that promotes caring and respect in accordance with the mission and vision of the Lotus Flower.

·       Plan, organize and administer the prescribed curriculum to beneficiaries with the support of the Regional Director.

·       Prepare written weekly reports for the Program Director.

·       Understand the need of and sensitivity of culturally diverse populations.

·       Maintain close communication with program director and participants.

·       Ensure delivery of services which reflect independent living philosophy/ self-sufficiency, consumer empowerment and self-advocacy.

·       Maintain necessary documentation for client records and billing.

·       Curate important learning materials based on personal experience and professional insights.

·       Assess the strengths and weaknesses of individuals and customize training if required.

·       Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and introduce corrective measures wherever necessary.

·       Serve as a mentor for members of the workforce.

·       Organize and run a variety of workshops.

·       Carry out observational tasks such as engagement-monitoring.

·       Develop quality training materials and handouts.

·       Create activities for employees to participate in.

·       Liaise with managers and senior stakeholders on performance issues.

·       Provide initial and ongoing company-specific training and collect feedback to optimize future sessions

Skills and Qualifications:

·       Hold a diploma or bachelor's degree

·       At least three years’ experience in training methods

·       Previous experience in business coaching/ mentoring.

·       Ability to develop confidence, manage group energy, and own the stage.

·       Communication skills, including engaging with an audience and using body language.

·       Engagement using professional presentation techniques.

·       Using teaching materials in a manner that leads to authentic learning and transformation and developing well-structured and effective curriculums. 

·       Entrepreneurship.

·       Knowledge of economic development / business management/ training methods/ soft skills/ humanitarian principles/ coaching skills.

Key Competencies:

·       Kurdish and Arabic language are mandatory.

·       Good level of English language, both written and spoken.

·       Ability to multitask.

·       Positive attitude at all times.

·       Organized and a hard worker.

·       Ability to work in a team, and independently without direct supervision from the line manager.

·       Interpersonal qualities and diplomacy.

·       Flexibility with respect to job priorities.

·       Skills in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

·       Agree with the principles and objectives of The Lotus Flower. 

How to apply:

·       Please send your updated CV and cover letter to careers@thelotusflower.org  while mentioning “Soft Skills Trainer “as the subject of your email.

·       CVs and cover letters that are in the form of pictures, and screen-shots will not be accepted.

·       CVs that do not include the subject line will not be considered.

·       Due to the volume of applications only successful applicants will be contacted.