I. Background
The Project Coordination Unit (PCU) is responsible for developing and implementing high-level project management methodologies, standards, and tools, including expectations based on the size of initiatives/projects. The Unit monitors project management performance provides advice and recommendations to continuously improve and builds project management capacities across staff and project partners. The advice, guidance and recommendations provided by the PCU cover all project phases from planning, start-up, implementation, monitoring and reporting, evaluation, and learning, to closeout. The PCU contributes to other initiatives, including project identification and development, with expertise in project management and project-level MELI.
II. Objective
Through the International Potato Centre (CIP) the consultancy will support the Project Coordinating Unit in the drafting, reviewing, editing and translating of ONE CGIAR Project Management Communication Materials. The Consultant will report to the Global Head, Project Coordination Unit.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Consultant will include:
a) Designing communications materials such as presentations, factsheets, data visualization, and infographics
b) Re-designing and improving the Project Coordination Unit ONE CGIAR InfoPoint Webpage and Performance and Results (P&R) Hub (Planning Webpage.
c) Support PCU staff with graphic design/web design/communications
d) Ensure visual consistency across all Project Communication Materials in line with the CGIAR Editorial Policy
e) Transforming text-based Project Management communications materials into visual graphic design materials such as infographics, animations, illustrations and others.
f) Liaise with CGIAR Communication and Outreach unit regarding any visual design work to ensure compliance with CGIAR Editorial Policy.
g) Edit Project Management documents and Communication materials to ensure that messages are conveyed accurately.
III. Expected Results and Deliverables
The following key results and deliverables are expected:
a) The content of the Project Coordination Unit CGIAR InfoPoint page and Planning page of the Performance and Results (P&R) Hub updated.
b) Existing Project Management ONE CGIAR documents updated including development of infographic and visuals where appropriate.
c) New Project Management ONE CGIAR documents and reference materials edited and formatted including development of infographics and visuals where appropriate.
d) Regular Internal communication messages to ONE CGIAR edited to ensure messages are conveyed accurately.
IV. Qualifications/special skills
Academic Qualifications:
a) Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Web Design or Communications related areas is required.
b) A first-level university degree in combination with four (4) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
c) Knowledge of Adobe Illustration skills is required.
d) A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience in the field, professional experience in Graphic Design, Web design and Communications is required.
e) Previous work with International Organization and experience in Development Communication is desirable.
f) A minimum of 4 sample work for services previously performed within the last three (3) years in Graphic Design and Editorial/Communication support must be provided. The sample work should include client name and contact details, description of service, location and duration.
V. Time frame
Consultancy contract will be for a duration of 3 months in the first instance.
VI. Conditions and Remuneration:
a) This is a national consultancy position limited to Kenya nationals and permits residents only.
b) It is estimated that the above tasks would require up to 10 working days per month and will primarily be home based.
c) Payments will be made in instalments against invoice indicating number of days worked and delivers achieved and approved by supervisor.
d) Payments will be made on a minimum monthly basis.
How to apply
Applications:
Applicants should apply online through CIP’s Job Opportunities website: https://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ including:
a) Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position.
b) A minimum of 4 sample work for services previously performed within the last three (3) years in Graphic Design and Editorial/Communication support must be provided. The sample work should include client name and contact details, description of service, location and duration. Please submit links in the “Resume and Motivation” section along with the cover letter.
c) Specify an all-inclusive daily fee in USD.
Screening of applications will begin on November 14, 2023, and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This consultant will not be in contact with children or vulnerable adults.
CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
CIP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). CIP also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.