Consultant for Visual Communication Tools Development

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. Established in 1961, WFP operates in over 80 countries, employing thousands of staff members who are committed to the mission of alleviating hunger and improving nutrition. WFP's core values include Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion, and it strives to create a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities it serves. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, notably receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its work in combating hunger worldwide. The organization emphasizes the importance of personal and professional development for its employees, offering various training and mobility opportunities, and fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and effective humanitarian assistance.

Job Overview:
The consultant will be responsible for revising and designing visual communication tools aimed at preventing malnutrition among vulnerable groups, particularly pregnant and lactating women and children under five, in emergency nutrition operations in Benin. This role is crucial in addressing the rising food insecurity and malnutrition rates exacerbated by the ongoing security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security crisis in the northern regions of Benin. The consultant will work closely with WFP teams to ensure that the communication tools are culturally relevant, effective, and tailored to the needs of the target populations. The expected outcome is to enhance the understanding and engagement of communities in adopting healthy nutritional practices through visually appealing and informative materials. The consultant will propose a methodology that includes phases such as information gathering, document review, design, pre-testing, and validation of the communication tools with community facilitators and target groups.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and design a visual communication toolkit that includes a box of images and nutritional cards tailored to the needs of the target audience.
• Collaborate with WFP teams to identify key themes and messages related to nutrition and malnutrition prevention.
• Conduct a thorough review of existing materials and best practices in visual communication for nutrition education.
• Engage with community facilitators and target groups to pre-test the developed materials and gather feedback for improvement.
• Ensure that all materials are culturally appropriate, gender-sensitive, and accessible to the intended audience.
• Provide training and guidance to community facilitators on how to effectively use the developed tools during educational sessions.
• Prepare and submit reports on the progress of the project, including findings from pre-testing and validation workshops.
• Finalize and deliver the completed visual communication toolkit in digital format, incorporating all feedback received during the validation process.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in graphic design, particularly in developing educational materials for health and nutrition.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and public health issues, especially related to maternal and child health.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations and understanding their specific needs and challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders, including community members and health professionals.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree in graphic design, public health, nutrition, or a related field is required. A master's degree in a relevant discipline is preferred. Additional certifications in nutrition or public health communication would be an asset.

Experience:
A minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design and communication, with a focus on health and nutrition education. Experience working with international organizations or NGOs in similar roles is highly desirable. Familiarity with the context of food security and nutrition in West Africa, particularly in emergency settings, will be an advantage.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, as all materials will be developed in French. Proficiency in English is a plus, as it may be required for communication with international teams and stakeholders. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the target communities would be beneficial.

Additional Notes:
This is a consultancy position with a contract duration that will be specified upon selection. The consultant is expected to work full-time during the project duration, with flexibility in working hours to accommodate community engagement activities. Compensation will be based on WFP's terms and conditions for consultancy roles, and the consultant may be required to travel within the country for fieldwork. WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of their background.