Consultant

Transcultural Psychosocial Organization Nepal (TPO Nepal) is one of Nepal’s leading psychosocial organizations. It was established in 2005 to promote psychosocial well-being and mental health of people in conflict-affected and other vulnerable communities through the development of sustainable, culturally-appropriate, and community-based psychosocial support systems.

TPO Nepal seeks competent, committed, and result-oriented consultant for the following criteria:

Consultant: 1

Duty Station: TPO Nepal, Kathmandu office

Duration: 15 working days

Terms of Reference (TOR) for Consultant: Development of External Communication Strategy

The primary objective of this consultancy is to support TPO Nepal in developing an external communication strategy. This strategy should strengthen TPO's capacity to effectively communicate with external stakeholders, enhance the organization’s visibility, and improve its outreach impact.

Expected Key Deliverables:

1. To analyze and address current gaps and challenges in TPO Nepal’s external communication, social media presence, branding and uptake among stakeholders to strengthen overall engagement and visibility of the organization.
2. To facilitate key communication strategy development activities, including internal strategy discussions, stakeholder meetings, and other related activities/events.
3. To draft and finalize a comprehensive external communication strategy with practical steps that effectively align with TPO Nepal’s strategic plan.
4. To establish clear, consistent communication guidelines for printed and online content and advocacy materials that reflect TPO Nepal’s mission and values across all platforms and communication channels.
5. To develop guidelines for establishing and maintaining relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders.
6. To develop indicators to assess the impact of communication strategies in organizational growth and use data to make improvements.

Skill, Qualification and Experience

1. Bachelors’ Degree in Mass Communication or Public Relations, Journalism, Social Media Management or other relevant field. Master’s degree is preferable.
2. At least 3 years of experience in external communication, public relations, or digital media, with proven experience in developing and executing communication strategies for NGOs or similar organizations.
3. Demonstrated expertise in social media strategy, branding, and stakeholder engagement.
4. Experience in consulting or advisory roles related to communication strategy development, particularly in the non-profit or development sector.
5. Familiarity with developing communication guidelines for both print and digital media, ensuring alignment with organizational values and mission.
6. Experience working on organizational visibility projects, including brand enhancement, advocacy communication, and stakeholder engagement.
7. Experience in conducting stakeholder meetings, internal discussions, and working collaboratively across various teams and with senior leadership.

Interested, qualified and motivated candidates meeting the above requirements are encouraged to apply along with cover letter, updated resume (CV) and expected Consultancy fee to: hrtponepal@tponepal.org.np no later than 1^st February, 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for further process. Any activity intended to influence the selection process will lead to disqualification.

TPO Nepal is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourage individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. TPO Nepal does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination.