Call for Trainers

Call for Trainers: Consultancy for Soft Skills, Digital Literacy and Vocational and Technical Training Programs at the East Jerusalem Career Advancement Center

Date: January 28, 2023

Purchase Requests Number: 278, 280, 281

Serial Number: RFQ-23-006a, RFQ-23-006b, RFQ-23-006c

Project title:       Career Advancement and Upskilling of Youth in East Jerusalem.

Organizational Background: The East Jerusalem Young Men's Christian Association (EJ-YMCA) founded in 1948, is a vibrant and integral part of the Palestinian social movement and a leader among Palestinian Non-Governmental Organizations. It is an independent, neutral and professional organization, affiliated with the global YMCA movement. As a member of the World Alliance of YMCAs, the EJ-YMCA is committed to a unique vision of community, based on the universal values of human dignity, peace, and justice. 

Driven by its mission “to develop and empower youth and communities to reach their full potential in mind, body and spirit based on Christian values” and after decades of work, the EJ-YMCA has become deeply rooted in the Palestinian society through running a variety of programs based on local priorities in areas of: athletics, employment, rehabilitation, advocacy, youth participation, and women empowerment.

The EJ –YMCA runs three Community Centers in East Jerusalem, Beit Sahour, and Ramallah. These centers work on enhancing physical health of their members, through providing access of sports facilities and activities; the revenues of the community centers contribute to the service provision of EJ-YMCA overall programs targeting youth, women and children.

In addition to the community center, the EJ-YMCA also runs a Vocational Training Center in Jericho, a Rehabilitation Center in Beit Sahour, the Women Development Program in Ramallah, and the Joint Advocacy Initiative, these programs have a wide reach to the different Palestinian cities and village. In addition, the EJ-YMCA runs a Career Advancement Center in Jerusalem, with focus on empowering youth of the Holy City and upskill them to access the labour market.

Project Background/Description:  Within the framework of Strengthening resilience through education, economic inclusion and social cohesion of youth and young adults in East Jerusalem, the EJ YMCA through its Career Advancement Centre is implementing a 10 months  project that aims at promoting the engagement of marginalized youth in East Jerusalem in upskilling and reskilling services aimed at advancing their vocational and career competencies and enhanced access to the labour market and employment opportunities. With this intervention, youth will have better opportunities to enhanced participation in the social and economic life, enjoy healthy lifestyles, and are better engaged in community development. This, in turn, will contribute to transforming youth into healthy, productive and engaged individuals within their community.

Submission of proposals:

• Closing date for submission of proposals is no later than Monday, February 6th 2023, 12:00 pm.
• Proposals must be submitted in a sealed and stamped envelope, addressed to: East Jerusalem Young Men’s Christian Association YMCA, Career Advancement Center.

Submission Requirements:

Interested applicants who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to download the file through the following links:

• Consultancy for Soft Skills Training Program at the East Jerusalem Career Advancement Center: https://ej-ymca.org/links/RFQ-23-006a.pdf
• Consultancy for Digital Literacy Training Program at the East Jerusalem Career Advancement Center: https://ej-ymca.org/links/RFQ-23-006b.pdf
• Consultancy for Vocational and Technical Training Program at the East Jerusalem Career Advancement Center: https://ej-ymca.org/links/RFQ-23-006c.pdf

and to apply as follows:

• Financial part: the offer must be submitted in ILS including VAT and must be valid up to 90 days after the submission date.
• The financial proposal should indicate the rate per hour.
• The total cost should be "all-inclusive" and cover all the consultant's expenses, supplies, and any required insurance and taxes.
• The service provider MUST be able to submit a valid Deduction at Source Certificate and a Israeli tax invoice and/or clearing invoice (Maqassa) for applicants from the West Bank. Otherwise, EJ-YMCA will deduct income tax rate and submit to Income tax department on behalf of the service provider according to regulations valid in East Jerusalem.
• Technical part:
• The Consultancy firm must submit a full portfolio of their company.
• CVs of proposed trainers (in English), with proven track record of similar consultancies. The CV should also include references from previous clients with valid contact details.
• Clear training syllabus, methodology and tools.
• Detailed workplan based on the provided timeframe of the consultancy.

Important Notes:

• EJ-YMCA reserves the right to reject all bids, and to decide not to pursue this procurement.
• EJ-YMCA reserves the right to split the bid.
• EJ-YMCA is not obliged to procure the lowest priced offer, when the lowest price does not offer the best overall value and all other factors considered.
• EJ-YMCA has the right to cancel or re-tender this TOR without explaining the reasons.
• EJ-YMCA reserves the right to interview candidates, request supporting documentation for experience and expertise, and/or request additional information or documentation that could facilitate the selection.
• Should EJ-YMCA determine interviews are needed, only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted for an interview.
• In addition to reviewing the financial and technical applications, EJ-YMCA will review the qualifications of the specific individual(s) wishing to fulfill the role.
• EJ-YMCA may select more than one consultant to complete the full scope of this TOR.
• All Documents must be submitted signed and stamped.