CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Details / requirements:
Trainer/Facilitator for EQUIP Competency-Based Assessment Training
Issue date: 10/14/2026
Deadline for submission: 10/20/2026
1. Background
CMC-Nepal, with financial support from CBM Global, is implementing the Karnali Mental Health Project (KMHP) to strengthen inclusive, rights-based, community-based MHPSS services in Karnali Province. The project promotes participation of persons with lived experience of mental health conditions and psychosocial disabilities, guided by human rights, GEDSI, disability inclusion, and safeguarding principles. To improve the quality of our services, CMC-Nepal we plan to strengthen the helping skills of our staff and supervisors using the EQUIP (Ensuring Quality in Psychosocial and Mental Health Care) approach, which uses competency-based training and assessment. We are therefore inviting qualified trainers or training organizations to express their interest in delivering this training.
Location: Surkhet, Nepal
2. Purpose of the Training
To build the capacity of 20 participants (Counselors, supervisors, Psychologists) to:
Understand the EQUIP competency-based approach to training and supervision Use structured role plays and competency assessment tools to assess helping skills Give constructive, skills-focused feedback to staff and trainees Apply competency-based assessment in routine case supervision3. Scope of Work
The selected trainer will:
Review our training needs and agree on a training plan and schedule Prepare the training materials, agenda, and assessment tools Deliver 3 days of training in Surkhet for 20 participants Provide practical sessions, including role plays and assessment practice4. Required Qualifications and Experience
Formal training or certification in the EQUIP approach (WHO/UNICEF), or proven experience delivering EQUIP-based training Experience in training, supervision, or capacity building in MHPSS services Experience in competency-based assessment and facilitation of role plays Good communication skills in Nepali language.5. Expected Duration and Deliverables
Duration: 3 days between 17th November 2026 and 19th November 2026. Deliverables: training plan and materials, completed training sessions, participant assessment results, final training report6. Documents to Submit
Interested trainers or organizations should send:
Updated CV (or company profile for organizations) Evidence of EQUIP training or relevant certificates Brief outline of the proposed training approach and methodology Financial proposal, including professional fees, field/consultation costs, workshop or validation costs, and applicable taxes including VAT. Registration/tax documents (Company registration, VAT/PAN registration, recent tax clearance certificate,7. Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed on EQUIP-related qualifications and experience (40%), relevant training experience (30%), proposed methodology (20%), and cost (10%).
8. How to Apply
Please send your application to cmcnepal@mos.com.np with the subject line “EOI – EQUIP Training Facilitator” by 20th of October 2026. The assignment may be awarded before the proposal submission deadline if a suitable consultant is identified during the evaluation process.
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| Posted Date | 14 Oct, 2026 |
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