Background

UNDP through the Economic Recovery and Resilience Programme intends to stimulate the Albanian Economy through competitiveness of small-and medium sized enterprises, support of Albanian Institution with innovative and effective tools, and employment. The overall objective of the project is to increase competitiveness and resilience of SME and MSME in Albania. The project is developed based on the Albania earthquake PDNA recommendations and it is also in line with promoting the implementation of “UN Albania Covid-19 Socio- Economic Recovery & Response Plan”. The above objective will be attained through working with private sector and coordinating and cooperating with public institutions to implement two tested methodologies (In Motion and Supplier Development Programme) that boost micro and small enterprises and SMEs. One key ingredient of the project will be the support of the recently laid off workers with reskilling and upskilling to match with the rethinking of the activities and especially the ways of delivering the products and services of the private sector. In addition, the project will provide the support and the necessary measures for the development of an online platform that incorporates transparency, business analysis and promotion, and growing opportunities for businesses.

Duties and Responsibilities

The graphic designer experts are expected to work with the team of the Economic Recovery and Resilience Program to implement the In Motion programme and support its visibility.

The graphic designers will be mainly responsible to elaborate and strengthen the commercial image of 25 businesses (each consultant) in selected areas of Albania through group training sessions and personalized technical assistance on site that will result in the creation of a logo and its applications per business, in accordance with UNDP guidelines and in coordination with the business consultant who will be providing business technical assistance.

In particular, the graphic designer is expected to:

1. Provide a group training about the following concepts: the enterprise commercial image and its functions.
2. Elaborating or strengthening the commercial image of every enterprise identified as beneficiary of “In Motion Program”, for a total of 25 enterprises.
3. Supporting UNDP project team in the process of printing of the elaborated and approved the commercial image applications for the same 25 enterprises.
4. Supporting UNDP project team in the process of applications in every business (for a total of 25 enterprises).
5. Photographically recording the business progress (before and after the intervention).
6. Creating 2 booklets for the In Motion program. The booklet will contain pictures of the supported businesses before and after the implementation and a short description for each business.

Deliverables

The expected deliverables for this individual consultancy will be as follows:

• Design brief formats of reports, statistic info graphs of programme results, etc.
• Report of the activities performed under the “In Motion Program”, using the tools provided by the same methodology. (Attendance sheets for the workshops and work minutes). Every report will correspond to a stage of the methodology, for a total of three (3) reports as indicated in the table below:

The graphic designer experts are expected to work with the team of the Economic Recovery and Resilience Program to implement the In Motion programme and support its visibility.

The graphic designers will be mainly responsible to elaborate and strengthen the commercial image of 25 businesses (each consultant) in selected areas of Albania through group training sessions and personalized technical assistance on site that will result in the creation of a logo and its applications per business, in accordance with UNDP guidelines and in coordination with the business consultant who will be providing business technical assistance.

In particular, the graphic designer is expected to:

1. Provide a group training about the following concepts: the enterprise commercial image and its functions.
2. Elaborating or strengthening the commercial image of every enterprise identified as beneficiary of “In Motion Program”, for a total of 25 enterprises.
3. Supporting UNDP project team in the process of printing of the elaborated and approved the commercial image applications for the same 25 enterprises.
4. Supporting UNDP project team in the process of applications in every business (for a total of 25 enterprises).
5. Photographically recording the business progress (before and after the intervention).
6. Creating 2 booklets for the In Motion program. The booklet will contain pictures of the supported businesses before and after the implementation and a short description for each business.

Deliverables

The expected deliverables for this individual consultancy will be as follows:

• Design brief formats of reports, statistic info graphs of programme results, etc.
• Report of the activities performed under the “In Motion Program”, using the tools provided by the same methodology. (Attendance sheets for the workshops and work minutes). Every report will correspond to a stage of the methodology, for a total of three (3) reports as indicated in the table below:

Competencies

Core values:

• Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modeling UN values and ethical standards;
• Demonstrates professional competence and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;

Core Competencies:

• Communication: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to pose questions, listen, evaluate and capture opinions, suggestions and comments, both orally and in writing, in a clear and persuasive style tailored to match different stakeholders;
• Client orientation: Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with national partners and pro-activeness in identifying of beneficiaries and partners’ needs, and matching them to appropriate solutions;

Functional Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (written, spoken, composing, presentation) and networking;
• Political and cultural sensitivity and commitment to UNDP’s development objectives in the country.
• Ability to generate creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations
• Ability to work well in multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent interpersonal skills and objectivity.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications

University degree in graphic design or any related field.

Work Experience

• Experience in at least 2 assignments in the areas of graphic or industrial design.

• Previous experience in projects or contracts connected to the development of the commercial image of micro and SMEs as well as productive associations will be an asset.

Language

• Full working knowledge of English and Albanian, including excellent report writing and presentation skills.

UNDP applies a fair and transparent selection process that would consider both the technical qualification of Individual Consultants as well as their financial proposals. The contract will be awarded to the candidate whose offer:

• Is deemed technically responsive / compliant / acceptable (only technically responsive applications / candidates will be considered for the financial evaluation)
• And has obtained the highest combined technical and financial scores.

Technical Criteria - 70% of total evaluation – max points: 70

Criteria A: Advanced university degree or equivalent – max 20 points

Criteria B:  Experience in at least 2 consultancies/projects in the areas of graphic or industrial design – max 20 points

Criteria C: Previous experience in projects or contracts connected to the development of the commercial image of micro and SMEs as well as business associations – max 20 points

Criteria D: Full working knowledge of English and Albanian - max 10 points

Financial Criteria - 30% of total evaluation – max 30 points

Application Procedure 

Interested applicants are advised to carefully study all sections of this ToRs and ensure that they meet the general requirements as well as specific qualifications described. Please make sure you have provided all requested materials. 

The application should contain: 

• Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application. 
• Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and Availability & Detailed Financial Proposal - please fill in the attached form. Download Here (kindly use Firefox browser)
• Example: (kindly refer to the example below when filling out the Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and Availability

[INCORRECT] An all-inclusive daily fee of [state amount in words and in numbers indicating currency]

[CORRECT] (Select Here and elaborate) [X] A total lump sum of [state amount in words and in numbers, indicating exact currency], payable in the manner described in the Terms of Reference.

IMPORTANT: Applicants that possess a NIPT Please Clearly State if your Financial Offer is VAT INCLUDED or VAT EXCLUDED

• Filled P11 form including past experience in similar projects and contact details of referees, please upload the P11 instead of your CV. Download Here (kindly use Firefox browser)

• Financial Proposal in ALL(Albanian Lek)*- Specify a Total Lump Sum in Albanian Lek for the tasks specified in this announcement. The attached template may be used - Download Here (kindly use Firefox browser) Please note that the financial proposal is all-inclusive and shall consider various expenses incurred by the consultant during the contract period (e.g. fee and any other relevant expenses related to the performance of services). 

• Copy of Diplomas and copy of Passport. 

• Beneficiary contact details (next of kin)
  • Beneficiary's Contact Person's Name:
  • Title (Mr/Mrs/Ms):
  • Address:
  • Telephone:
  • Email:

*Kindly note that Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and Availability and Financial Proposal are two separate documents and should be both part of your application. 

How to Submit the Application: 

To submit your application online, please follow the steps below: 

• Download and complete the UN Personal History Form (P11) for Service Contracts (SCs) and Individual Contracts (ICs). 
• In the P11 Form make sure to include Email Addresses of the Persons who are willing to provide References on your experience in working with them.
• Merge your UN Personal History Form (P11) for Service Contracts (SCs) and Individual Contracts (ICs), Financial Proposal Letter to UNDP Confirming Interest and Availability and cover letter into a single file. The system does not allow for more than one attachment to be uploaded. 
• Click on the Job Title (job vacancy announcement). 
• Click “Apply Now” button, fill in necessary information on the first page, and then click “Submit Application;” 
• Upload your application/single file as indicated above with the merged documents (underlined above). 

• You will receive an automatic response to your email confirming receipt of your application by the system. 

Due to large number of applications, we receive, we can inform only the successful candidates about the outcome or status of the selection process. 

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.