About Opportunity

DOOR Beyond War seeks an experienced PAR Trainer to empower Syrian and Turkish Civil Society Organizations through hands-on, in-person training in Gaziantep. The trainer will deliver practical skills in qualitative/quantitative research, ethical data collection tools, and collaborative analysis to strengthen evidence-based advocacy in conflict-affected contexts.
Phased Engagement:

• Phase 1: Initial 5-Day Training Program (August 2025)
• Phase 2: Potential follow-up work (continuation contingent on performance evaluation after Phase 1).
• Phase 3: Analysis of data (continuation contingent on performance evaluation after Phase 2).

Key Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Development:
   • Design tailored PAR modules covering:
     • Co-creation of research tools with SCSOs.
     • Survey design, interviews, focus groups, and mixed methods approaches.
     • Ethical safeguards for conflict-sensitive research.
2. Training Delivery (Gaziantep, in-person):
   • Facilitate interactive workshops using Turkiye-specific case studies.
3. Post-Training Evaluation:
   • Undergo a performance review to assess training effectiveness before potential continuation.
4. Reporting:
   • Document outcomes and recommendations for future phases.

Required Qualifications

Essential:

• Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
• 8 years of direct ‘research trainer’ experience (mainly PAR, non-negotiable).
• Fluency in Arabic (required) and English (preferred).

Highly Desirable:

• Experience with Syrian and/or Turkish CSOs or conflict zones.

Logistics & Compensation

• Training Dates: August 2025 (exact dates TBD).
• Location: Gaziantep, Turkiye (No remote option).
• Fee: Competitive daily rate.
• Note:
  • Consultant covers own travel/accommodation.
  • Continuation to Phase 2 and 3 subject to performance evaluation.

How to Apply:

Required Documents:

1. CV (max 2 pages) highlighting PAR experience.

2. Cover Letter (1 page) addressing:

   • Your PAR approach in conflict settings.
   • Experience with Syrian and/or Turkish CSOs.

3. Optional: Sample training module or report.

   Submit by 12 June 2025 to: contact@doorbeyondwar.org
   Subject: "PAR Trainer Application – [Your Name]"