Training Facilitator - Peacebuilding & Gender Based Violence (Inter-Gererational Conversation) at Bincike International

Project Background

• Bincike International is implementing the FCDO-funded EMPOWER project, which aims to strengthen peace, resilience, and economic opportunities for conflict-affected communities, particularly vulnerable women and adolescent girls.
• This role is critical for ensuring that empowerment activities are underpinned by a strong foundation of safety, protection, and community peace.

Role Summary

• The Training Facilitator will be responsible for delivering interactive and culturally sensitive training sessions on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) awareness to conflict-affected women and adolescent girls.
• The Facilitator will use the project’s approved, low-literacy training manual (including infographics and scenario-based modules) and work directly with the newly established Inter-Generational Conversation Groups (IGCGs).

Key Responsibilities
Training Delivery:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging training sessions based on the approved EMPOWER curriculum on topics including: non-violent conflict resolution, community dialogue, GBV prevention, sexual and reproductive health (SRH) awareness, and protection mechanisms.
• Ensure training methods are participatory, utilising group discussions, role-playing, and scenario-based learning to meet the needs of low-literacy participants.

Mentorship Support:

• Support the formation and ongoing activities of the Inter-Generational Conversation Groups (IGCGs), ensuring safe and respectful dialogue between older women and adolescent girls.
• Support the IGCG leadership (Chairperson, Secretary) in fulfilling their roles and maintaining group cohesion.

Safety and Safeguarding:

• Ensure all training environments are safe and confidential spaces where participants feel comfortable discussing sensitive topics like GBV.
• Identify and implement the project’s established GBV referral pathways and ensure that any protection concerns disclosed during sessions are immediately and confidentially reported to the appropriate Project Focal Point.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Record accurate data on attendance, training duration, and participant feedback for each session delivered.
• Submit timely, concise activity reports highlighting key achievements, challenges encountered (especially security/access issues), and participant outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable experience in training or facilitation roles, ideally with NGOs or development agencies in northern Nigeria.
• Sector Expertise: Proven knowledge and practical experience in peacebuilding, conflict-sensitivity, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) programming. Experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly women and adolescent girls, is mandatory.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills in Hausa and proficiency in English.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Local Knowledge: Deep familiarity with the local culture, customs, and context of Kaduna and/or Katsina States.

Desirable Attributes:

• Previous experience working with low-literacy audiences and utilising visual and hands-on teaching methodologies.
• Familiarity with the operations of FCDO-funded projects or other major international donors.
• Certification or specialised training in trauma-informed care or basic psychosocial support.