RFQ-2022-54: Communications-Advocacy Consultant

e purpose of this RFQ is to select suitable supplier for the procurement of a communications- advocacy consultant who will support UCO India in the development of an advocacy and communications plan for 2022-23 in accordance with the corporate priorities currently identified.
In addition, the consultant will assist /guide in the production of knowledge and advocacy products, support media engagement, social media, and web outreach, and assist with organizing outreach events, linked to the advocacy and communications strategy developed.
Duty station: New Delhi, India
Duration of the consultancy: The consultancy is maximum for 6 days a month during the period of June to 25 December 2022 -36 days
Key tasks:
1. Support the development and design of an 18-month communication-advocacy strategy for UNAIDS India outlining potential initiatives and activities covering: traditional media, social media, multimedia, web and emerging channels.
2. Provide communication support to the UNAIDS Country including the identification of key moments for media engagement such as launching of important reports and publications.
3. Oversee the preparation of key communication products. Ensures that these products maintain high-quality standards and are clear, objective and coherent with the organizational and country office strategic direction.
4. Oversee ongoing dissemination across communication channels, including via overseeing the creation and maintenance of networks of high-level communications contacts.
5. Proactively builds a strong UNAIDS brand and helps develop key messaging that enhances the global narrative around ending AIDS and pandemics.
For details on the activities and expected outcomes please refer to the attached RFP document