Request for Proposal (RFP) – Graphic Designer Framework Agreement (3)

SEED Foundation is seeking a graphic designer/s to regularly design visual materials for its social media, website and public dissemination in hard copy. The purpose of the materials is to highlight SEED’s critical work across the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) and demonstrate its impact for its clients. As an estimate, we will require one week per month for one year. The agreement will be for one year, but the work will be based on needs, and the request and payment will be as per (Daily Rate).

Scope of Framework Agreement:

• Develop graphic design materials for SEED’s social media, website and printed materials and publications, including but not limited to:
• Infographics
• Reports
• Flyers and Brochures
• Social Media Cards
• Promotional Items (e.g. Tote bags, T-shirts, Hats)
• GIFs & Short Videos

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

• CV of consultant;
• Details and examples of comparable experience;
• A good command of English and Kurdish is required; knowledge of Arabic is a plus;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and an ability to conduct face-to
  face or remote learning events;
• Provide at least 3 references;
• Ability to travel to and stay in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, preferred to be local.
• Experience in NGOs and working in humanitarian settings is a must;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Experience in Iraq and/or the Middle East strongly preferred.

Languages

Good command in English and Kurdish is required; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• The contractor will be managed by SEED’s Communications Manager.
• The contractor will be required to utilize his/her own technology equipment and maintain workable Zoom and email accounts for communication.
• All materials produced by the contractor during the period of this contract will belong to SEED.
• The contractor must sign SEED’s Code of Conduct, and abide by all provisions of these policies for the duration of the consultancy period.
• SEED will contact the designer when there is a need; the designer should respond in writing with estimated time and materials required for a project.
• Each materials/ project must be approved before work and billing commences.

EVALUATION AND AWARD PROCESS

All proposals will be reviewed by a team of not-less-than-three members, which comprises representation from across the organization.

Proposals will be evaluated on:

1. Evidenced experience of producing a variety of graphic design materials.
2. Experience working with NGOs and in humanitarian settings.
3. Cost efficiency and value for money.
4. Ability to facilitate a consultative process.
5. Verbal and written communication skills.