Consultant-TOT trainer for VSLAs & EA$E - International Medical Corps : Job Details

Job TitleConsultant-TOT trainer for VSLAs & EA$ELocationUnited States - , US (Primary)CategoryConsultantDate Needed By1/29/2025Scope of Work (SOW)Objectives of the consultancyTo design and deliver training of trainers on implementation of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) as well as a two-day introductory training for the project team on implementation of EA$E. This training will equip trainers with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to effectively deliver the EA$E model and more specifically the VSLA Component. The training aims to improve the quality of delivering the VSLA component integrated in the broader women's empowerment programing through guided self-analysis, stimulating VSLA best practice and the build-up of VSLA programming competencies. The action will facilitate customised TOT EA$E Module skills training for IMC staff of which the training will be cascaded down to VSLA groups.Scope of workThe consultant's tasks shall include but not limited to the following activities:

Curriculum Development for the VSLA detailed training: Develop an engaging and effective curriculum that covers key topics, including financial literacy, group dynamics, savings mobilization, loan management, and conflict resolution. Training curriculum aligned with (IRC EA$E Module and CARE International VSLA model).

Curriculum development for the 2-day introductory training on EA$E.

Training Delivery for the EA$E overview and VSLA full training: Facilitate interactive training workshop sessions that incorporate adult learning principles and participatory methodologies to enhance learning outcomes.

Develop training agenda for additional key training sessions for the EA$E module.

Resource provision: Provide IMC and training participants key training materials and resources, including manuals, handouts, and multimedia presentations for reference purposes during implementation.

Evaluation and Feedback: Design evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness of the training and gather feedback from participants for future improvements.

Follow-up Support: Establish a follow-up plan to provide ongoing support and mentorship to the trainers post-training.

Consultancy Deliverables

Standard VSLA training programme including a minimum of sessions that must be covered in a five-day training as well as the full recommended training programme delivered to trainers of VSLAs.

Standard full training programme for EA$E model and guidance on scheduling training delivery.

Comprehensive training curriculum and materials.

Evaluation reports highlighting the effectiveness of the training and recommendations for future sessions.

Qualifications and competencies

• Degree (preferably advanced) in Economic, entrepreneurship, Microfinance or its equivalent.
• Experience: Proven experience in delivering training programs, particularly for adult learners in financial inclusion, microfinance, or community development.
• At least 5-year demonstrated experience designing and implementing the EA$E model and more specifically VSLA component.
• Strong understanding of Village Savings and Loan Associations, their principles, operations, and impact in community development.
• Understanding of VSLA's key topics, VSLA monitoring tool including VSLA IMS.
• Facilitation Skills: Exceptional facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse audience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an ability to respond to comments and questions in a timely, appropriate manner.
• Cultural Competence: Experience working in diverse cultural settings and sensitivity to various community contexts.
• Fluency in English is required.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse: Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.Compliance & Ethics: Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics throughout International Medical Corps. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity.Ethical conduct for IMC staffs: The International Medical Corps maintains a code of standards of conduct that shall govern the performances of its employees engaged in the award and administration of contracts. No employee, officer, or agent shall participate in the selection, award, or administration of a contract supported/ by donor funds if a real or apparent conflict of interest would be involved. Such a conflict would arise when the employee, officer, or agent, any member of his or her immediate family, his or her partner, or an organization which employs or about to employ any of the parties indicated above, has a financial or other interest in the firm selected for an award. IMC officers, employees, or agents shall neither solicit nor accept gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value from contractors, or parties to sub-agreement. These standards provide for disciplinary actions to be applied for violations of such standards by IMC officers, employees, or agents.Job DescriptionNot ApplicableJob RequirementsPlease refer to the Scope of Work above to view this Individual Consultancy details and requirements.Code of ConductAs applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one's own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps' policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.SafeguardingIt is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.Equal OpportunitiesInternational Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.