Terms of Reference N°Short-Term Expert – Cyber Training of Trainers; ToT

Terms of Reference N°71 Short-Term Expert – Cyber Training of Trainers (ToR) 1. Project and context

The EU4

FAST project aims to strengthen the capacities of Western Balkan law enforcement and judicial authorities to prevent and combat migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings (THB), while promoting regional cooperation and alignment with EU standards.

CIVIPOL is seeking one international Short-Term Expert to support the design and implementation of a Training of Trainers (ToT) programme.

Within Work Package 1.3, this assignment focuses on developing sustainable national training capacities in cyber investigations related to THB and migrant smuggling through the design and delivery of a Training of Trainers programme.

The assignment will be carried out in close cooperation with CIVIPOL and the Western Balkans Cyber Capacity Centre (WB3C).

The expert will contribute to strengthening the operational capacities of specialised law enforcement services by:

• designing a comprehensive Cyber Training of Trainers toolkit;
• developing a standardized training curriculum;
• delivering a Training of Trainers programme for selected participants;
• creating a sustainable pool of national trainers capable of replicating the training within their respective institutions.

The activity ultimately aims to improve cyber investigation capacities against trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling throughout the Western Balkans.

Under the supervision of CIVIPOL, the expert will:

• Analyse training needs together with CIVIPOL and WB3C;
• Design a comprehensive Cyber ToT toolkit;
• Prepare training materials, presentations, practical exercises and case studies;
• Develop assessment tools;
• Submit the training package for validation.

• Deliver the Training of Trainers programme;
• Facilitate practical exercises and interactive sessions;
• Strengthen participants' pedagogical and facilitation skills;
• Evaluate participants through pre- and post-training assessments;
• Provide recommendations and individual feedback.

• Prepare the final mission report;
• Submit all training materials and supporting documentation;
• Provide recommendations for future capacity-building activities.

The expert shall deliver:

• a complete Cyber Training of Trainers toolkit;
• a standardized training curriculum;
• training agenda;
• presentations and practical exercises;
• assessment tools;
• recommendations for future replication of the training.

Domains of expertise:
Designer of training kit tool & Trainer of trainers

• Training certified by a public institution as a member of the national internal security forces (Police or Gendarmerie).
• Certified multiplier/trainer (e.g., accredited by a recognized institution or organization), with proven ability to train other professionals and pass on expertise effectively.

• Experience in developing effective training materials, resources, and teaching plans.
• Ability to engage with diverse groups of learners, especially in multi-national environments.

A minimum of 15 years working in law enforcement, or border police.

Proven experience in training, THB and migrant smuggling.

Solid and proven experience working in international cooperation.

• Advanced ability to design professional training toolkits, curricula, and modern teaching methodologies.
• Strong instructional and communication capacities to deliver interactive training to adult learners in english.

• Familiarity with modern pedagogical strategies for adult learners, including interactive teaching methods, simulations, and case studies.
• Perfect command of office software and email software.
• Knowledge of regional security cooperation.

• Knowledge of the Western Balkans area and/or previous professional experience in the area.
• A sense of responsibility, ability to manage priorities, and to be accountable.

• Excellent spoken and written English for the training and delivering report.
• Knowledge of French is considered an asset.

Period:
July 2026 – October 2026 (indicatively)