Call for Proposals- Strategic and Effective Communications Facilitator at Akili Dada

Key training components and proposed topics

• Fundamentals of communication including but not limited to message development, crafting clear and compelling key messages, and adapting content for different audiences.
• Advantages of effective communication highlighting its importance in both internal and external settings.
• The communication process and different communication types (verbal, non-verbal, written, digital) across both internal and external contexts.
• Presentation skills focusing on the qualities of an effective communicator, public speaking, storytelling techniques, pitching, and delivering presentations within and outside the organization.
• Overcoming communication barriers such as language, cultural differences etc. that hinder effective communication.
• Interpersonal communication by enhancing active listening skills and relationship skills to strengthen interactions.
• Navigating various communication scenarios including media relations (e.g. interview preparation and management) and crisis communication protocols.

Deliverables

• Hold an inception meeting with the Akili Dada procurement team to go through the

Terms of reference and scope of work.

• Develop a course outline and delivery plan for the training and share with the point of contact at Akili Dada for review.
• Develop and disseminate a needs assessment survey before the training and use the results to build on the course outline proposed.
• Facilitate the training sessions and provide guidance on the need of follow-up sessions and/or one-on-one coaching sessions.
• Provide an assessment report after the training outlining the findings and recommendations.
• Support in implementing recommendations.

Qualifications

• The ideal consulting company should possess the following qualifications:
• Extensive experience in Strategic, Corporate and Internal Communications
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Extensive experience in facilitating and training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, especially the ability to analyze complex information and make it simple and understandable.
• Ability to work independently, with strong time management, planning, and organizational skills, close attention to detail and accuracy, reliability, flexibility, and follow-up.