Communications Consultant (Colombia EPIC/MCH)

Request for Consultant Services Proposal (RFP)
Solicitation Title: Communications Consultant for Colombia
Solicitation Number: FY26-Colombia-EPIC-RFP-003
Submit Questions and Proposal to: Procurement.CO@fhi360.org
Date of Issue of RFP: Monday, August 24, 2026
Date Questions from Supplier Due: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Date Answers due from FHI 360: Monday, August 31, 2026
Date Proposal Due: Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
(Colombian time)
Approximate Timeframe Consultant Mid-September to end of March 2027
Agreement Issued to Successful
Candidate(s):
Method of Submittal:
Respond via e-mail with attached document in MS Word / pdf format. Pricing should be
provided in Excel format unless otherwise specified. Please include "Communications
Consultant for EPIC-MNCH" in the subject line of the email.
Quote Validity:
The Consultant agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 days from the date
specified for the receipt of offers unless another time is specified in the addendum of the
RFP.
Background
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources, and partnerships so
that people around the world can access the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy
lives. FHI 360 works in more than 50 countries worldwide.
"Achieving Targets and Maintaining Epidemiological Control" (EpiC) is a global health project
implemented by FHI 360 and funded by the U.S. Government from 2019 to 2027. EpiC
provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve control of the
HIV epidemic among all at-risk populations; strengthen global health security (GHS),
including outbreak response; expand tuberculosis (TB) screening and treatment; improve
maternal and child health (MCH); address malaria; and promote health systems
strengthening (HSS), including supply chain management.
Request for Proposal 1
October 2023

In Colombia, EpiC works to improve timely access to and continuity of care at health centers
and community platforms; improve the quality and safety of maternal, neonatal, and child
health (MNCH) services; ensure the availability and effective management of essential MNCH
supplies and equipment; and strengthen the capacity of health centers and local health
authorities to maintain MNCH services during emergencies.
To support these activities, a communications consultant will be hired to assist with the
planning and implementation of the project's communications activities, as well as the
development, review, and quality control of communications materials, ensuring compliance
with FHI 360 guidelines and donor requirements related to communications, branding and
marketing, visibility, and reporting.
In addition, the consultant will review communication products developed by implementing
partners to verify compliance with applicable requirements; support responses to
information requests from the U.S. Department of State (DoS); develop and review internal
and external communication materials; and contribute to the timely, accurate, and consistent
dissemination of project activities and results, in coordination with the technical, operational,
and management teams.
When required, the consultant will also support the planning and logistics of meetings, events,
and other communications activities.
Scope of Work
EpiC-MCH Colombia is seeking candidates for a consultant position (expected to last 70 days)
to support the planning and development of communications materials across various
platforms, including the development and quality control of materials and ensuring
compliance with FHI 360 and donor requirements. The consultant will also support the
management of U.S. Department of State (DoS) requests and the coordinated dissemination
of project results and activities.
Illustrative activities include:
* Provide strategic communications support aligned with the project's objectives,
organizational priorities, and donor requirements.
* Develop and implement communications activities to highlight project results,
stakeholder engagement, and the effective dissemination of key messages.
* Design, develop, draft, edit, and review a wide range of communications products,
including reports, presentations, briefing papers, newsletters, fact sheets, digital
content, and other institutional materials.
* Provide editorial guidance and support to internal teams to ensure the accuracy,
clarity, consistency, and appropriate tone of communications materials.
* Ensure that communications products comply with donor branding, visibility, and
communications requirements.
* Support communications activities related to events, outreach initiatives, meetings,
and other stakeholder engagement activities.
Request for Proposal 2
October 2023

* Coordinate with project teams to develop communications materials that effectively
highlight the organization's activities, achievements, and priorities.
* Perform other communications-related activities within the scope of the consultancy,
as needed.
Deliverables
Specific terms of reference for the consultancy, including specific activities, expected results,
and the estimated level of effort (LOE), will be developed once the candidate has been
evaluated and selected. Potential expected results may include:
* Development of communications materials, including reports, presentations,
informational documents, newsletters, fact sheets, and digital content.
* Design and editing of maternal and child health care protocols.
* Editing of training materials for health sector personnel.
* Development of communications materials highlighting the results of program
activities.
* Development of key messages for strategic meetings.
Location of Work: The candidate must reside in Colombia and have experience in
developing communication strategies and products for international cooperation projects.
Travel: Occasional domestic travel may be required to support project activities, meetings,
workshops, field visits, outreach activities, and donor-related events.
Timetable and Address for Submission: Proposals must be submitted no later than 5:00
p.m. (Bogota time) on the date indicated in the header of this request for proposals. The
required documentation listed below must be submitted via email to:
Procurement.CO@fhi360.org.
Please include "Communications Consultant for EPIC-MNCH" in the subject line of the email.
Qualifications:
* Education/Area of Specialization: Communications, Journalism, Public Relations,
Strategic Communications, or a related field.
* Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish,
with the ability to develop clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate
communications materials.
* Experience:
o Professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism,
strategic communications, or related fields.
o Experience providing communications support to international development
programs, humanitarian assistance, the public sector, or donor-funded
programs.
o Experience supporting programs funded by the U.S. Government, including
projects funded by the U.S. Department of State, is highly valued.
Request for Proposal 3
October 2023

o Proven experience in developing communications materials for institutional,
technical, and external audiences.
o Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and supporting
communications needs across different functions.
Evaluation Criteria: The consulting contract will be evaluated based on a combination of
qualifications, availability, and proposed daily rate.
Required Documentation: Proposals must include the following components:
* Cover letter that includes:
o The consultant's relevant experience related to the work and results described
in this request for proposals. Specifically, the applicant must address:
Knowledge of communication strategies for international cooperation
and development projects.
Experience in developing, reviewing, and managing institutional
communication products, ensuring compliance with communication
guidelines, branding and marketing standards, visibility requirements,
and other donor requirements.
Experience coordinating with technical teams, management, and
implementing partners to plan and implement communication
activities.
Experience developing communication content and materials for
internal and external audiences, as well as addressing the donor's
information and reporting requirements.
o Availability to provide consulting services through March 31, 2027
o Proposed daily rate.
* Resume - CV
* At least three examples of communication pieces developed directly by the applicant.
These examples may include presentations, informational documents, newsletters,
digital content, and others.
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awards based on the solicitation activities
Request for Proposal 4
October 2023

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Request for Proposal 5
October 2023