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.
Tender procedure:
| 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: [email protected] C.C: [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 |
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).
