Speaker and Trainer Recruitment and Coordination

The contract seeks a subcontractor to source, vet, and coordinate both U.S. and international trainers and guest speakers for journalism workshops and training events taking place in Ukraine. The primary responsibility involves identifying qualified professionals with relevant expertise in journalism, media freedom, reporting techniques, and digital security, ensuring their suitability for the educational context in Ukraine. The contractor must manage the full lifecycle of speaker engagement, including initial outreach, background vetting, scheduling, logistics coordination, and communication with both participants and U.S. Mission to Ukraine personnel. Events are expected to support capacity building in the Ukrainian media sector under the broader mission of promoting independent journalism and press freedom. All activities must align with U.S. Department of State objectives and operate within the constraints of the ongoing situation in Ukraine. The subcontractor is expected to demonstrate experience in international program coordination, particularly in conflict-affected or high-risk environments, and maintain strict adherence to security, cultural sensitivity, and compliance protocols. The opportunity is open for proposals until September 1, 2026, with performance likely to begin shortly after award under the NAICS code 711310 for organizations involved in arts, entertainment, and recreation services related to other similar activities. Successful bidders must be prepared to work with U.S. government partners to deliver high-impact training in a dynamic and evolving operational landscape.