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Position: Consultant for Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Content Development.
Organization: Viamo Inc.
Project: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Cross PST platform Investment Project for Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Interventions in Nigeria (Investment ID INV-050442)
Background
Viamo, a global leader in mobile engagement, is dedicated to connecting people to organizations and audiences through digital technology (predominantly simple mobile phones) to make better decisions.
In November 2022, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) engaged Viamo to conduct a landscaping analysis to identify priority Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) needs in Burkina Faso, Nigeria and Uganda that can be addressed by novel digital solutions, such as Social Behaviour Change Communications (SBCC) and demand creation, training, data collection, etc. The goal was to better understand NTDs program priorities, including planned interventions, target groups, barriers to treatment, particularly for Hard to Reach Populations (HRPs) and propose appropriate digital tools to address these.
The decision was made with the Foundation to focus on identifying innovative approaches that can accelerate progress towards achieving NTD program goals such as elimination of particular NTDs or morbidity & mortality reduction with digital tools in Nigeria.
We are seeking a consultant or firm to develop content using insights from an NTDs barrier and Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) surveys (conducted by Viamo with guidance from FMoH).
Objective
The primary objective of this consultancy is to leverage the results of the NTDs barrier and KAP surveys to develop engaging, informative, and accessible content for our audiences, based on existing communication materials, messages and with the input of technical partners such as the FMoH. These materials should result from a co-design process facilitated by the consultant, with Viamo, the FMoH and key NTD partners.
● The developed content should aim to raise awareness about NTDs, providing accurate information about prevention, symptoms, treatment and promote behaviours and practices related to NTDs. The content should be culturally sensitive, linguistically appropriate and accessible to the target audience.
Scope of Work
The consultant or firm will be expected to perform the following tasks:
- Interpret the NTDs barrier survey data and landscape of existing NTD content available – Develop a content strategy based on the Barrier survey findings.
- Create engaging, informative content tailored to the needs and preferences of the targeted population, especially hard to reach Populations.
Deliverables
- Comprehensive content strategy document,
- Scripts for digital content drafted and ready for translation and recording(T&R). – Workshop report draft.
Time Frame
This consultancy is expected to last for a period of 10 days (which includes a 3 day content development workshop with FMoH and Partners,and Non- NTD partners), starting from the date of contract signing.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Public Health, Communication, Social Sciences, or related field.
- Demonstrable experience in content development, preferably in the field of public health.
- Experience with KAP surveys and data analysis.
- Knowledge of NTDs control and elimination program and context in Nigeria.
- Experience in developing automated reminder systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience of media, marketing, social marketing and large scale, successful campaigns is highly desirable.
Reporting
The consultant will report directly to Charles Ohikhuai Head of Programs, Viamo Nigeria.
Application Process
Interested applicants are invited to submit a CV, cover letter, and a sample of related work or portfolio to this email: [email protected]. On or before Monday 16th October 2023 Close of Business (5pm).
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview and/or asked to perform a task related to the consultancy.
Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevant academic qualifications.
- Relevant work experience and skills.
- Quality of work sample/portfolio.
- Understanding of the consultancy requirements.
- Budget (daily rate + incidentals)
Terms and Conditions
The selected consultant will be expected to adhere to Viamo’s code of conduct, confidentiality agreement, and other relevant policies. Viamo reserves the right to terminate the consultancy contract if these conditions are not met.
Remuneration
Remuneration will be based on a fixed consultancy fee, to be negotiated during the contract agreement phase.
**Note:** This ToR is not exhaustive and may be revised during the course of the consultancy based on mutual agreement between Viamo and the selected consultant.
