Trainer in verification and combating media misinformation

The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression is an independent, non-governmental, and non-profit civil society organization. It works to build a society that guarantees freedom of expression and belief, human rights, and access to justice. Its vision is a democratic world based on justice, freedom, and equality, respecting human dignity and rights.

Within the framework of the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM)'s work to build a society based on respect for and protection of the right to freedom of expression, and to support and raise the standards of media work, the Media and Freedoms Program at the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression plans to implement training to enhance the capabilities of journalists in the field of:

Verification and combating media misinformation

Accordingly, the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression is looking for a trainer to prepare and deliver training sessions in Syria (Damascus - Qamishli) in accordance with the attached terms of reference.

Training Terms of Reference

Training topic:
Verification and combating media disinformation
General objective:
Physical training for 36 journalists from different regions in Syria (24 people in Damascus and 12 people in Qamishli) according to a timetable to be agreed upon on verification and combating media misinformation.
Detailed tasks:
Preparing a training package to enhance the capabilities of journalists for approximately 36 journalists on verification and combating media misinformation (under the supervision of the center’s team).
Review the training package with the center's team to ensure that the training meets the training needs of the target group and contributes to achieving the project's goals.
Implementation and management of physical training (in Damascus and Qamishli).
Preparing evaluation tools for training courses such as (pre- and post-knowledge assessment)
Modify and develop the training package based on the questionnaire outputs and the training sessions implemented.
Submit the final training report, which should include:
Analysis of the results of the pre- and post-questionnaires.
Cognitive development.
Lessons learned and recommendations.
Documenting training outcomes.
Attendance records.
Required qualifications and skills:
Excellent academic qualifications, including at least a bachelor's degree or higher in a media major.
Proven experience in carrying out similar training for the media sector (at least five years), preferably in verification and combating media misinformation.
Proven technical expertise, particularly in verification and combating disinformation.
Experience and understanding of the Syrian context and the issues facing stakeholders in Syria.
Excellent training skills (preparing training packages - effective communication skills - feedback - assessment tools - report writing).
Ability to conduct training in Syria (Damascus and Qamishli)
How to apply
Application mechanism:

Documents required for application:

– A CV detailing the required experience and qualifications.
– At least two work references.
– A financial offer including:
– The desired compensation.
– The offer's validity period (work duration - expiry date).

Application link:

https://forms.gle/WwqvsLZtFiDsyXqH8

Email for questions

To: Ebaa.munzer@scm.ngo
Cc: Marwan.h@scm.ngo

Evaluation criteria:

- Experience and qualifications (70%)
- Financial offer (30%)

Contract duration:

- Until the contract obligations are fully implemented

Application deadline:

November 5, 2025

Expected implementation start date:

November 10, 2025