Visual Design and Publication Development Consultancy Opportunity at Girl Effect|Apply by 15 Jul 2026
Girl Effect is inviting qualified creative agencies and consultants to submit proposals for a Visual Design and Publication Development Services consultancy focused on transforming technical HPV and immunization guidelines into professional, accessible, and visually engaging publications. The consultancy opportunity supports Girl Effect’s global health communication work by improving the presentation of critical technical resources used by immunization and Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) professionals.
The selected consultant or design agency will be responsible for developing publication-ready materials, creating visual assets, improving readability, and ensuring consistency across a suite of HPV technical guidelines.
About Girl Effect and the Consultancy Opportunity
Girl Effect is an international nonprofit organization that creates media and digital solutions designed to support girls across Africa and Asia. Through innovative platforms, storytelling, technology, and communication tools, the organization helps girls access trusted information and make informed decisions about their health, education, relationships, and future opportunities.
As part of its Social and Behaviour Change programming, Girl Effect has developed a collection of HPV and immunization technical guidelines in collaboration with global and national health partners, including organizations working in vaccination and public health systems.
The organization is seeking a creative partner who can transform these technical documents into user-friendly resources that support health professionals, programme implementers, and decision-makers worldwide.
Purpose of the Visual Design Consultancy
The main objective of this consultancy is to engage an experienced design agency or consultant to lead the visual development, formatting, and publication preparation of HPV technical guidelines.
The selected partner will ensure that the materials are:
- Professionally designed and publication-ready
- Suitable for both digital and print distribution
- Easy to navigate for technical and non-technical audiences
- Consistent with Girl Effect’s brand identity
- Enhanced through visual storytelling and communication design
The consultancy will focus on making complex health and immunization information easier to understand and apply in real-world programmes.
Key Responsibilities and Scope of Work
The consultant will provide comprehensive design and editorial support across multiple technical publications.
Publication Design and Layout Development
The selected consultant will design nine HPV technical guidelines, ensuring that all documents follow a consistent and professional publication structure.
Key responsibilities include:
- Creating complete layouts for digital and print formats
- Developing a unified design template across all guidelines
- Formatting tables, frameworks, tools, and technical content
- Improving document navigation through clear headings and visual sections
- Creating publication-ready PDF files
The consultant will ensure that the final materials are visually appealing while maintaining technical accuracy.
Copyediting and Content Refinement
Alongside design work, the consultant will provide editorial support to improve clarity and accessibility.
Responsibilities include:
- Refining existing text for better readability
- Strengthening section headings and key messages
- Simplifying complex terminology where appropriate
- Ensuring consistent language across all documents
- Improving the usability of materials for programme teams
The goal is to make technical guidance practical, action-oriented, and easier for different audiences to use.
Development of Infographics and Visual Communication Materials
A major part of the assignment involves translating technical concepts into engaging visual formats.
The consultant will develop:
- Infographics explaining SBC concepts
- Behaviour pathway illustrations
- Caregiver journey diagrams
- Service delivery process visuals
- Framework illustrations and implementation models
- Icon systems for easier navigation
These visual elements will help users quickly understand complex health information and apply recommendations effectively.
Design of Summary Guideline and Design System
The selected consultant will also create a comprehensive summary guideline that highlights key information from the full collection of HPV resources.
The summary document will:
- Present important findings through visual storytelling
- Highlight practical recommendations
- Include simplified frameworks and models
- Support decision-makers who require quick access to information
In addition, the consultant will develop a design system covering:
- Typography standards
- Layout structures
- Illustration styles
- Iconography
- Colour guidelines
- Publication templates
This will ensure future materials maintain a consistent visual identity.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Girl Effect is seeking experienced design professionals with strong publication development expertise.
Ideal applicants should demonstrate:
- Extensive experience in publication design and creative communications
- Ability to manage multiple documents simultaneously
- Strong skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Figma, or similar tools
- Experience creating technical reports and development publications
- Proven ability to design infographics and data visualizations
- Experience working with health, humanitarian, or development organizations
Additional experience in immunization, public health communication, or Social and Behaviour Change materials will be highly valued.
Consultancy Deliverables and Timeline
The selected consultant will be expected to deliver:
- Nine fully designed HPV technical guidelines
- One comprehensive summary guideline
- Copyedited and refined final text
- Infographics and visual assets
- A complete design system/style guide
- Editable source files
- Print-ready and digital versions
The project timeline includes:
- Proposal submission deadline: 15 July 2026
- Supplier selection and briefing: 22 July 2026
- Project commencement: 27 July 2026
- Final deliverables submission: 14 August 2026
How to Apply
Interested agencies and consultants are required to submit a proposal outlining their experience, methodology, portfolio, timeline, team structure, references, and financial proposal.
Applicants should submit proposals by 15 July 2026 using the required email address:
Email: suppliers@girleffect.org
The email subject line should clearly state:
“Visual Design and Publication Development Services”
Why This Opportunity Matters
This consultancy provides an opportunity for creative professionals to contribute to global health communication by improving access to important HPV and immunization resources.
Through strong visual design, clear communication, and accessible publications, the selected consultant will help ensure that health professionals and communities can better understand and use essential guidance to support vaccination programmes and improve health outcomes.
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