ORIENTAL LABORATORY, INNOVATION FOUNDATION FOR DEMOCRACY
CALL FOR EDITORIAL SERVICES
To support the production of two publications- Youth Manual for Democracy and Digital Innovation (50 pages); Training Manual for Democracy and Legal Activism (120 pages), we invite qualified consultants, firms, or individuals to submit applications for the provision of editorial and graphic design services.
Assignment Scope
The selected consultant/service provider will be responsible for:
1. Editorial Services
• Copy editing of two publications.
• Language revision and proofreading to ensure clarity, consistency, grammar, style, and readability.
• Verification of formatting consistency, references, captions, and overall editorial quality.
2. Graphic Design, Layout, and Production
• Design and layout of the two publications.
• Development of visually appealing page designs in line with the publication objectives and branding requirements.
• Formatting of text, images, tables, charts, and other graphic elements.
• Preparation of print-ready and digital publication files.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should demonstrate:
• Proven experience in editing and proofreading publications, reports, research papers, or similar materials.
• Strong graphic design and publication layout skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalent).
• Excellent command of written English.
• Experience producing high-quality publications for organizations, institutions, or development partners is an added advantage.
Application Requirements
Interested applicants should submit:
1. A technical proposal outlining their understanding of the assignment and approach to implementation.
2. A profile/CV of the lead consultant or team.
3. Two samples of previous relevant work demonstrating editorial and/or publication design experience.
4. Contact details for two professional referees who can attest to the applicant’s competence and quality of work.
5. A financial proposal indicating the expected remuneration/consideration for completing the assignment, clearly broken down by:
o Editorial services; and
o Design and layout services (or as a consolidated fee).
Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
• Relevant experience and qualifications.
• Quality and relevance of submitted work samples.
• Proposed methodology and understanding of the assignment.
• Value for money and reasonableness of the proposed remuneration.
Submission
Applications should be submitted no later than 16 November 2026 to Cheptum.toroitich@innovationdemocratie.org with the subject line:
Application for Editorial and Graphic Design Services for Two Publications
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
