January 2025

Terms of Reference (ToR)Call for Tender: Full-Service Communication Agency

Terms of Reference (ToR)
Call for Tender: Full-Service Communication Agency
Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung – North Africa Office (RLS NA)

  1. Background
    The Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung North Africa Office (RLS NA), based in Tunis, works across the region on themes related to social justice, migration, political participation, workers’ rights, culture, and feminist perspectives. To strengthen its digital communication and the visibility of its projects, RLS NA is seeking a full-service communication agency capable of providing both online/digital services and in-person content production for events, workshops, and public activities.
  2. Objectives of the Assignment
  • Strengthen the editorial quality and accessibility of RLS NA’s online content.
  • Ensure timely production of translations, transcriptions, edited texts, and digital visuals.
  • Produce professional audiovisual content for RLS NA events and outreach.
  • Support the creation of articles, reports, interviews, and event coverage for publication.
  • Enhance public visibility of RLS NA’s work through creative and coherent communication.
  1. Scope of Work
    A. Online / Digital Services
  2. Translation and Transcription
  • Translation between Arabic, French, and English.
  • Transcription of audio/video content with accuracy and consistent terminology.
  • Delivery in editable formats according to RLS NA guidelines.
  1. Editing and Proofreading
  • Structural and stylistic editing for website articles and research pieces.
  • Final proofreading ensuring clarity and coherence.
  • Adaptation to political, editorial, and linguistic standards.
  1. Graphic and Editorial Design
  • Design of digital publications (PDFs, reports, calls, newsletters).
  • Creation of visuals: banners, infographics, social media content, templates.
  • Respect for RLS NA branding and accessibility standards.
  1. Research and Writing
  • Drafting articles, interviews, briefs, and thematic pieces.
  • Conducting background research on migration, feminism, culture, and social rights.
  • Producing high-quality content aligned with RLS NA’s political positioning.

B. In-Person Activities and Content Creation

  1. Audiovisual Content Production
  • Filming and editing videos at RLS NA events.
  • Producing promotional clips, interview segments, and event highlights.
  • Adding subtitles, motion graphics, and platform formatting.
  1. Writing Workshops
  • Organizing and facilitating writing workshops.
  • Coaching participants on structure, accuracy, sourcing, and storytelling.
  • Supporting creation of publishable articles.
  1. Event Coverage & Moderation Support
  • On-site coverage (notes, interviews, summaries).
  • Drafting post-event articles for website publication.
  • Optional moderation support.
  1. Deliverables
  • A work plan with delivery times.
  • Timely submission of all outputs.
  • A communication workflow with a focal point.
  • Editable source files for all deliverables.
  • Optional quarterly summaries.
  1. Duration of the Contract
    An initial period of 12 months, renewable based on performance and budget availability.
  2. Required Qualifications
  • Multilingual editorial experience.
  • Strong capacities in video production, graphic design, and digital communication.
  • Experience with NGOs or cultural institutions preferred.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • A multidisciplinary team.
  1. Application Requirements
  • Portfolio of relevant work.
  • Financial offer.
  • Client references.
  1. Confidentiality
    All materials produced remain the property of RLS NA. Confidentiality and data protection must be respected.

Submission Deadline: February 20, 2025

  1. Contact Information
    For questions, please contact: Habiba.alaya@rosalux.org