Tenders are invited for Trainer: Judicial Journalism in Syria Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026 Type: Consultancy Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) is an independent non-governmental, non-profit organization. We seek to build a society that guarantees freedom of expression and belief, human rights, and justice. Our vision is a democratic world based on justice, freedom, equality, and respect for human rights and dignity. Within the framework of its Media and Freedoms Program, The Media and Freedoms Program, in its efforts to enhance the capabilities of Syrian journalists in the field of judicial journalism, the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) is seeking to implement a training program entitled: Judicial Journalism in Syria: Professional Coverage of War Crimes Trials and Transitional Justice Processes. Accordingly, SCM is looking for a trainer to develop and conduct a virtual (online) training course targeting 20-30 journalists, in accordance with the attached terms of reference. This training aims to to strengthen the capacities of Syrian journalists in judicial journalism and support professional, ethical coverage of war crimes trials and transitional justice processes. Terms of Reference Purchase of services (Trainer) Training Title: Judicial Journalism in Syria: Professional Coverage of War Crimes Trials and Transitional Justice Processes General Objective: The training aims to strengthen the capacities of Syrian journalists in judicial journalism and support professional, ethical coverage of war crimes trials and transitional justice processes. The Detailed Objectives: Introduce participants to the fundamentals of international humanitarian law and transitional justice. Develop practical skills for covering trials and complex judicial processes. Strengthen ethical and victim-sensitive reporting practices. Train participants to analyze legal documents and produce accessible public-interest stories. Enhance fact-checking and verification skills in legal reporting. Strengthen understanding of the role of media in supporting accountability and public awareness of transitional justice. Improve professional safety and digital security practices while covering sensitive accountability-related issues. Target Group: Syrian journalists from various types of media (visual, audio, written, and digital) From Syria and neighboring countries. Syrian journalists working in independent media outlets. Journalists interested in human rights and transitional justice issues. Content producers and media professionals working on documentation and accountability files. Qualifications and skills required: At least a university degree in a relevant field (preferably law, human rights, or political science). At least three years of experience in transitional justice, international law, judicial journalism, or human rights. Strong knowledge of the Syrian context and accountability-related issues. Proven experience in delivering interactive training programs for journalists or civil society actors. Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and translate them into practical training content. Excellent facilitation and training skills (training material development, effective communication, feedback provision, evaluation, and report writing). The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit civic organization. It works to build a society that guarantees freedom of expression, 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 Media and Freedoms Program, and in an effort to enhance the capacities of Syrian women journalists in the field of judicial journalism, the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression seeks to implement a training program entitled: Judicial Journalism in Syria: Professional Coverage of Trials in Syria and Transitional Justice Pathways Accordingly, the center is looking for a trainer to prepare and implement a virtual training (online) targeting 20-30 people according to the attached terms of reference. This training aims to strengthen the capacities of Syrian journalists in the field of judicial journalism and to support professional and ethical coverage of trials in Syria and associated transitional justice pathways Training Terms of Reference Training Name: "Judicial Journalism in Syria: Professional Coverage of War Crimes Trials and Transitional Justice Pathways" Overall: To strengthen the capacities of Syrian journalists in the field of judicial journalism, professional and ethical coverage of war crimes trials and transitional justice pathways. Detailed Objectives: Introducing the basic principles of international humanitarian law and transitional justice. Develop media coverage skills for complex trials and judicial proceedings. Promote ethical and sensitive practices towards victims and witnesses in press coverage. Training participants to read and analyze legal documents and produce simplified journalistic content that serves the public interest. Enhance the skills of verifying information and fact-checking in judicial reports. Develop an understanding of the medias role in supporting accountability and promote public awareness of transitional justice pathways. Promote occupational safety and digital security while covering sensitive issues related to violations and war crimes. : / / ( ). . . / . / / / . Qualifications and skills required for the internship: At least a university degree in a related field (preferably in Law, Human Rights, Political Science) A minimum of three years of experience in transitional justice, international law, judicial journalism, or human rights. Good knowledge of the Syrian context, Syria-related accountability and abuses Proven experience in providing interactive training to journalists or civil society workers. Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and turn them into practical training content. Excellent training skills (preparation of training packages, effective communication, feedback, evaluation, report writing). How to apply Required documents: CV proving the required experience and qualifications. At least two references from previous work. Financial offer including:The required Financial compensation. The validity of the offer (duration- date) Application Link: https://forms.gle/RmjigBNdNrSjUyqj9 Email for any questions or explanation To:
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[email protected] Evaluation criteria: Experience (65%)Financial offer (35%) Contract duration: Until complete execution of the obligations of the contract Deadline for submission of the offers: 10th June 2026 (5:00 P.M Paris time) Expected starting date of execution: 22th June 2026 Documents required to apply: Proven CV of the required experience and qualifications.At least two references from previous work.Financial offer includes:Required financial compensation.Validity of the offer (duration of work - expiry date) Application Link: https://forms.gle/RmjigBNdNrSjUyqj9 Email Questions To:
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[email protected] Evaluation Criteria: Experience & Qualifications (65%)Financial Offer (35%) Contract Period: Until the performance of the contracts obligations is completed Application Deadline: June 10, 2026 (5 p.m. Paris time) Expected start date of implementation: 22 June 2026 [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4214503/call-trainer-judicial-journalism-syria-alan-n-tlb-mdrbt-alshaft-alqdayyt-fy-swrya
