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Solicitation Title:Communications Agency Support Services

Submit Proposal to:Tunisprocurement@fhi360.org

Date of Issue of RFQ:December 14 th 2022

Date Questions from Consultant Due:December 20 th, 2022

Submission deadline December 25th, 2022

Approximate Timeframe Consultant Contract Issued to Successful Candidate(s):January 3rd, 2023

BACKGROUND:

USAID Ma3an is a five-year (2018-2023) USAID-funded project implemented by FHI360 with the goal to increase youth participation in civic and political life, address youth grievances, and prevent radicalization in Tunisian communities vulnerable to violent extremism.
SCOPE OF WORK:

This communication agency (technical writer/consultant) assists the Ma3an team in designing and maintaining a robust communications system to report project achievements and outcomes. The communication agency/consultant will develop, write, and edit in excellent English the content material for various platforms and outlets, including biweekly highlights, quarterly, annual reporting and Ma3an success stories.  The selected communication agency will write, rewrites, and edits technical materials for dissemination to a variety of Ma3an stakeholders. She/He works with other staff across the project to ensure that materials are consistent with USAID Ma3an branding, are of high quality, and meet the needs of our client. The communication company will help establish, maintain, and promote high standards for writing, editing, style, format, design, and production for all written materials at USAID Ma3an. The consultant reports to the Ma3an Chief of Party. 
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide high-quality writing and editing services in English for all aspects of USAID Ma3an project
• Review preliminary outlines and drafts; make suggestions to improve responsiveness to USAID needs and contribute broadly as a member of the communications team
• Work collaboratively with project teams to meet needs for project communication consistent with corporate and client standards. Help project identify appropriate resources to carry out project communication tasks
• Provide high quality writing and editing services for technical materials throughout project life cycle, including final reports, and technical practice and outreach materials
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required 

SPECIFIC DELIVERABLES INCLUDE: 

• Writing / editing (English) of biweekly reports: 2  bi-weekly reports per Month
• Writing / editing (English) of biweekly reports or newsletters: 2 bi-weekly newsletters per month
• Writing / editing (English) of weekly success stories – 1 per week minimum: 4 Success Story per Month
• Writing / editing (English) of social media posts: 3-4 per week

LOCATION OF WORK:TunisTRAVEL:No travel outside of greater Tunis is expected.QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (writing tests will be administered).
• Proven track record of producing high quality written products for various types of audiences, especially international donors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with social network pages, for internal and external communications.
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and is creative, innovative, and detail oriented.
• Ability to motivate, influence and collaborate with others.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage projects effectively to accomplish goals.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in English, Journalism, Public Relations, or Related Field.

Experience:

• Typically requires 3 years of experience with writing, editing, and communicating company programs through social media networks and tools.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English and Arabic

EVALUATION CRITERIA: Proposals will be evaluated in accordance with the following criteria:

• Daily Rate: 5 points
• 2 Professional references (Name, Phone, email): 40 points
• Experience in providing similar services: 55 points 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Proposals must include the following components:

• CV
• Copy of Tax ID/RNE
• Daily Rate
• Copy of at least one pay stub, contract, or invoice to document the reasonableness of the daily rate
• 2 professional references
• Previous written reports or articles (deliverables) 
• COVID vaccination certificate

TIMETABLE AND ADDRESS FOR SUBMISSIONConsultancy is for a period of three months / part time.   Requested documents are due no later than 23h59 on Sunday, December 25th, 2022. Required documentation listed below must be e-mailed to Tunisprocurement@fhi360.org. Subject: English writer editor expertise submission , name of your company
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• Covid-19 Safe Federal Workforce Provision for US Based Consultants: The selected Consultant will be required to be fully vaccinated (2 weeks after 2nd dose of a 2-dose series or 2 weeks after a single dose vaccine) and provide proof of vaccination to the FHI 360 when requested and prior to receiving work from FHI 360. Selected consultant shall be required to comply with all Covid-19 safety protocols implemented by FHI 360. Covid-19 provisions may change at any time and without advance notice.

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