Terms of Reference (ToR) for Communication/Media Consultant
Nutrition International (NI) is seeking a qualified communication/media consultant to support communication engagement processes to showcase NI Nigeria’s implementation focus across Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition activities in Nigeria.
1. About Nutrition International
Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors, and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into a broader development agenda. In more than 60 countries, primarily in Asia and Africa, NI nourishes people to nourish lives.
2. Background
For over 25 years, Nutrition International (NI) has been working at the leading edge of nutrition and has successfully delivered life-saving micronutrients at scale. Each year, NI reaches millions of children under 5 years with Vitamin A Supplements as well as Zinc/Lo-ORS. Also, NI reaches millions of pregnant women with Iron and Folic Acid tablets to prevent maternal deaths. These interventions have prevented mental impairments and averted deaths among infants, 10 million cases of stunting have been prevented, and 500,000 cases of anemia have been averted among women in Nigeria.
In collaboration with the Federal and State Ministry of Health (FMOH and SMOHs), National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), State Primary Health Development Agencies (SPHCDAs) and partners, NI supports Maternal Newborn Child and Adolescent Health and Nutrition (MNCHN) care package that includes increased Antenatal Care (ANC) quality and attendance, provision and consumption of Iron and Folic Acid supplementation (IFAS) in pregnancy including pregnant adolescents, Zinc supplements and ORS for the treatment of childhood diarrhea, vitamin A supplementation and appropriate implementation research activities. One of such implementation research activities is “Optimizing Adherence for Maternal MMS in Nigeria: A formative research and human-centered design Project” implemented in Bauchi State to support the process and provide needed evidence on use of MMS as a maternal supplement during pregnancy.
3. Scope of Work:
Under the terms of this Agreement, Nutrition International is seeking to work with a qualified communication/media consultant to ensure appropriate media engagement for NI’s activities and identify opportunities to increase NI’s program visibility.
4. Objectives of the Consultancy
- To develop a media engagement plan on MMS and other NI interventions
- To facilitate media appearance opportunities and act as media liaison
- To develop communication plans for NI facilitated and sponsored events
5. Deliverables of the Consultancy
In close consultation with NI, the consultant is expected to provide the following deliverables:
- Visual documentation (videos, photos) products for NI engaged events
- Expanded media contact list and opportunities for NI
- Facilitated 10 national media engagement events
6. Expected Background and Experience
- The Individual/Firm shall demonstrate and prove that the company has the professional experience to carry out the services.
- Firm registration / constitution not less than 5 years from the date of submission.
- The firm must provide a copy of CAC registration
- The firm/individual must have experience in undertaking the same or similar service or similar context.
- List up to 3 similar or the same services delivered in the past 2 years
- Proven experience in working with international organisations
- Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5 years of experience in relevant field for all the Key personnel.
Please submit your proposal along with other relevant documents listed in the ToR to [email protected] only not later than Thursdsay 5th September 2024 before 11:59PM (deadline for submission).
Should you need further enquiries or clarification, please write to [email protected] on or before Wednesday 4th September 2024.
