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Funded Programs
Introduction
At CIS College, our Funded Programs Department is dedicated to designing, implementing, and managing high-impact educational and employability projects funded by local and international donors. Operating across all CIS branches in Lebanon, the department collaborates with development agencies, NGOs, private sector partners, and governmental bodies to deliver inclusive, skills-based programs that respond to the evolving needs of the labor market.
With a strong focus on vulnerable youth, women, and persons with disabilities, our department develops training and employment initiatives in sectors such as Beauty, Maintenance, Construction, Tailoring and Fashion, Digital Skills, Healthcare, Technology, Green economy, and Entrepreneurship. We pride ourselves on our ability to tailor programs that combine technical training, soft skills, and job placement services, supported by our dedicated Career Hub.
By integrating innovation, collaboration, and sustainability into every project, the Funded Programs Department plays a vital role in empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and bridging the gap between education and employment across Lebanon.
Key points highlighted:
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10,000 beneficiaries annually
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100+ Partners
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30+ Branches in Lebanon
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200+ Vocational Training Programs
Donors and Partners List
Partners
Donors
CIS College Branches in Lebanon
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Akkar (4 branches )
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Tripoli (2 branches )
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Koura
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Byblos
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Zalka
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Zouk Mosbeh
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Zouk Mikael
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Sin el fil
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Achrafieh
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Sodeco
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Hamra
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Spears
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Haret Hreik
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Tahouitet El Ghadir
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Barakat
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Khalde
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Baakline
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Barja
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Saida
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Tyre
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Bint Jbeil
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Marjayoun
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Nabatieh
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Aley
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Chtoura
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Rayak Highway
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Jeb Jannine
Projects
Stripes
Strengthening T-VET to foster Relevant and inclusive Internship Programmes and Employability Skills – Co-funded by the European Union
Description
In Lebanon, communities face challenges arising from humanitarian, economic, and governmental crises that jeopardize their well-being. The escalating unemployment rates, especially among the youth, exacerbate the situation. To address these issues, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (T-VET) emerges as a crucial tool for driving socio-economic development. The aim of the project is to contribute to the following needs:
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Build capacity of VET providers to strengthen cooperation between private and public stakeholders in the field of vocational education and training for demand-oriented and opportunity driven VET interventions.
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Improve the quality and responsiveness of VET to economic and social developments to enhance the labor market relevance of skills provision.
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Align VET provision to local regional and national development strategies. The project offers tailored training, workshops, study visits, co-design initiatives, and training sessions for trainers to support the establishment of STRIPES Centers. These centers are envisioned to act as intermediaries between T-VETs, students (during internships), graduates (seeking employment), and the labor market. Expected outputs include institutional policy documents, protocols, manuals, an online platform, and a website. Ultimately, STRIPES aims to enhance the positive perception of T-VET education among students and stakeholders.
Project Duration – 2023-2026
Partners: CIS College- VU Amsterdam – IRADA – INMAA
Associate Partner: Berytech
Brighter Futures
Supporting Lebanese TVET institutions and organisations to enhance quality education for refugee students and host communities- Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through NUFFIC.
Description
CIS College served as the implementing partner for Brighter Futures in partnership with VU Amsterdam and SPARK. The project targeted 3 institutions in Bekaa region: Al Kayrawan Institute, Learning Through Action (LTA), INMAA
The project delivered the following outputs:
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Setting up computer Lab and Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
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Development of competence-based curricula/accreditation.
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Developing innovative teaching skills and integration of Community Service Learning (CSL).
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Psychological Support Services (PSS).
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Capacity building in teaching social entrepreneurial skills and establishing a Youth Innovation Lab.
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Development of multi stakeholder platform.
Project Duration – 2019-2022
Guide Me
GUIDE ME is a student initiative in collaboration with CIS College within the framework of the HOPES-LEB program funded by the European Union and implemented by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in partnership with Campus France and, the Dutch organization for international cooperation in higher education NUFFIC.
Description
"GUIDE ME" is a tutoring application that aims to enhance students' abilities to pass Grade 12 and BT3 exams and transition to higher education. It also aims to employ HOPES & HOPES-LEB graduates as trainers in their specialties.
Contact Information
Grants Manager
Dima Itani
VP of Administrative Affairs
Wael Mikdash