ITC SheTrades Market-related soft skills trainer (Nigeria)

Result of ServiceThe expert will be responsible for the following outputs: Output 1 Preparation and Planning (end of October 2025) • Adapt and contextualize the SheTrades training package on market-related soft skills, including: • PowerPoint presentations • Participant workbooks • Exercises and tools • Oversee translation into the local language, if required Adaptation must reflect the country-specific needs and lived realities of women entrepreneurs. • Lead the planning and coordination of two training workshops by working closely with the project partner organizations: • Collecting at least three venue quotations for each workshop • Liaising with selected venue providers to confirm booking and logistics • Preparing a basic logistical plan (venue, materials, refreshments, equipment) and submitting it by mid-October 2025 • Mobilize participants by: • Identifying and inviting a minimum of 40–50 participants (20–25 per workshop) • Submitting a confirmed registration list by end of October 2025, ensuring diverse representation (sector, region, demographics) Output 2 Delivery of Training Workshops (end of January 2026) (Exact dates and modality to be determined in coordination with the Project Manager) • Deliver two (2) in-person workshops, each reaching 20–25 participants, using the adapted market-related soft skills materials • Ensure all sessions are: • Gender-responsive and tailored to women entrepreneurs' needs • Conducted using participatory facilitation methods • Submit a short post-training summary within 7 days of each workshop, noting immediate feedback and attendance Output 3 Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (end of February 2026) Complete and submit a final training report using the ITC SheTrades reporting template, including: • Summary of participant feedback • Key successes and observed behaviour changes • Challenges encountered during planning and delivery • Risks identified and mitigation strategies • Recommendations and lessons learned Submit the following supporting documentation along with the report: • Signed attendance sheets for both workshops • Completed pre- and post-training assessment forms • Final narrative training report Work LocationHome-based in Nigeria Expected duration6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesAbout ITC The International Trade Centre (ITC) is a joint agency of the United Nations and World Trade Organization based in Geneva. ITC’s mission is to enable small business export success in developing and transition- economy countries, by providing, with partners, sustainable and inclusive development solutions to the private sector, trade support institutions (TSIs) and policymakers. About the ITC SheTrades Initiative SheTrades, ITC's flagship Women and Trade programme, strives to eliminate barriers to women's trade participation. By engaging governments, the private sector, and entrepreneurs, SheTrades enhances the business capabilities of women, promoting a fairer and more sustainable global economy. The initiative targets all stakeholders in the trade and business ecosystem, offering women entrepreneurs access to essential knowledge, resources, and networks. Furthermore, it supports policymakers in adopting inclusive policies and fosters public and private partnerships to amplify the impact. About WEIDE The Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, jointly established by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), aims to connect women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to international trade opportunities through digital technologies. The WEIDE Fund will unlock opportunities in international trade and digital trade for women entrepreneurs in Dominican Republic, Jordan, Nigeria and Mongolia by improving their access to: • Funds: providing grants and working with financial institutions to close the access to finance gap. • Skills, knowledge, and competences: providing technical assistance and access to information related to digital skills and export competitiveness. • Markets: connecting women to digital market platforms. • Networks and support services: creating more inclusive and effective business ecosystems including leveraging partnerships with private and public sector actors. The Fund consists of three main bodies: a) The Board decides on policy and strategy, approves the annual work plan, and is responsible for overseeing the activities of the Technical Committee. b) The Technical Committee reports to the Board and is responsible for preparing and submitting annual work plans to the Board, approving applications to the Fund, approving the annual report, and appointing dedicated special task forces. c) The Secretariat of the Fund is located at ITC and is bound by the legal and fiduciary rules of ITC Trust Fund which supports the activities of the Fund. The Secretariat is responsible for the overall coordination and day-to-day management of the Fund, and the implementation of the Fund’s annual work plan. The Secretariat is located within ITC Women, Youth, and Vulnerable Communities (WYVC) Section, in particular ITC SheTrades Initiative. About the SheTrades market related soft-skills training program Success in business is not just about technical knowledge. Studies show that 85% of real success comes from interpersonal skills like communication, leadership, and negotiation. Many women-led businesses do not have access to the market and social intelligence skills necessary to succeed in regional and global markets. The SheTrades market related soft-skills training program aims to bridge this gap by providing training in crucial areas such as assertiveness, negotiation, communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership, essential for thriving in competitive markets. Participants will develop a growth mindset, challenge limiting beliefs, and enhance their sense of agency, understanding that 70-80% of success is mindset-oriented. The program includes workshops, role-playing, and practical tools focusing on strategy planning, pitching, and preparing for negotiations and networking. In-depth coaching sessions will use the GROWTH model to assist women entrepreneurs in setting realistic goals, creating options, making decisions, and cultivating willpower for growth. The module in the training programme, that will be covered is the Communicating About My Business training. The training’s focus areas are business communication skills, assertive communication, pitching, negotiation. Under the ITC SheTrades Initiative framework, ITC seeks a home-based consultant in Nigeria to deliver these trainings. Responsibilities include preparing outreach materials, supporting mobilization, adapting training content to match the country context and participants’ needs, and delivering both online and on-site workshops. Copyright Clause: The consultant has to ensure that she has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. OBJECTIVES The market-related soft skill trainer will work under the direct supervision of the SheTrades Associate Programme Officer leading of the market related soft skills training programme and the WEIDE project manager to undertake the following duties: A. Participation in the Training of Trainer’s (ToT) The consultant is expected to be available to participate in the first online ToT, which is tentatively scheduled for mid-June. The ToT will consist of five half-day sessions held over one week. The objective of the ToT is to equip the consultant with the knowledge and skills to effectively train women entrepreneurs on the Communicating About My Business module. The ToT will cover: • How to plan and design needs-based training, including preparation of sessions and selection of activities that support different stages of adult learning. • Key approaches for delivering and facilitating the Communicating About My Business module. • Techniques for monitoring and evaluating training delivery. B. Participation in the WEIDE programme launch event The consultant should be available to attend the official WEIDE Fund launch event in their respective country. Tentative dates for Nigeria are 04–05 August. As part of this task, the consultant will: • Attend and observe Activity 2: WEIDE Fund Launch Event Training, delivered by the SheTrades Master Trainer. • Shadow the training delivery to understand facilitation methods and participant engagement. • Participate in a post-training review session with the Master Trainer to reflect on key learnings, discuss observations, and identify areas for improvement. C. Participating in the 5-month mentoring programme The consultant will participate in a mentoring programme designed to provide guidance and support to in-country trainers. This includes: • Receiving periodic mentoring to support preparation, contextualization, and delivery of training sessions. • Applying learnings from the mentoring programme to independently roll out trainings for up to 50 women entrepreneurs in their country. D. Delivering of trainings The consultant will be responsible for independently delivering two trainings, reaching a total of 50 women entrepreneurs (25 participants per session). Key responsibilities include: Development and Adaptation of Training Materials • Contextualize existing ITC SheTrades training materials (PowerPoint presentations, participant workbooks, exercises, and tools) to reflect the challenges and realities of women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. • Oversee translation of materials into local languages, if needed. • Ensure all adaptations maintain the core learning objectives and gender-responsive approach. Mobilisation and Facilitation of Trainings • Lead the organization and facilitation of the workshops, including: o Collecting quotations and liaising with venue providers to secure appropriate training locations. o Ensuring logistical arrangements are in place for seamless delivery. • Identify, invite, and mobilize participants, ensuring inclusive representation across sectors and demographics. • Facilitate the training sessions using the adapted materials, ensuring delivery is interactive and learner-centred. • Where relevant, support Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions for representatives of Business Support Organizations (BSOs) and Women’s Business Associations (WBAs). Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting • Tailor and administer ITC SheTrades pre- and post-assessment tools to capture learning outcomes. • Monitor training progress and collect feedback from participants. • Prepare a final training report using the ITC reporting template, including: o Summary of training outcomes and participant feedback. o Challenges encountered and success stories (e.g., observable behaviour change). o Recommendations, risks, and lessons learned for future rollouts. Qualifications/special skillsBachelor’s degree in any field • Preferably educational background in: ICT, Education, Business, or Communication, Gender studies, Psychology, International development, Trade. • Extensive relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the university degree. • Minimum experience of 3 years in training and coaching on topics such as: leadership, emotional intelligence, business fields such sales, negotiation or a related field. • Previous background in training, mentoring and coaching adults, especially women. • Experience in applying adult learning principles and participatory workshop facilitation and coaching. • Previous work on gender-inclusive initiatives • Experience working in trade and business-related contexts, preferably in the digital sector is a plus. • Previous experience in working on trade and gender. • Employed or has strong engagement in women’s chamber of commerce or other Women Business Association with strong networking skills and outreach capacity • Good communication marketing, and outreach skills. • Diplomatic skills and can handle sensitive topics and discussions. • Strong presentation and facilitation skills – both written and oral • Being adaptable, and culturally sensitive to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. This will be essential to work with different groups and tailor training materials • Attention to detail under time pressure; • Ability to work reliably and independently with minimum supervision; • Previous experience in producing communication LanguagesLANGUAGE (BOTH SPOKEN AND WRITTEN) • Fluency in English • Knowledge of local languages an asset. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.