CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST(EIOI): Communications and Media Consultancy Services

Organisation:  Sonke Gender Justice

Duration: Three (3) Years

Location: South Africa and Regional

1. Background

Sonke Gender Justice is a South African-based non-profit organisation working across Africa to advance gender equality, prevent gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), strengthen state accountability, and promote gender transformation. Sonke believes that women and men, girls and boys can work together to challenge patriarchy, advance gender justice, and build safer, more equitable communities. In 2026, Sonke celebrates 20 years of service.

To strengthen organisational effectiveness and expand opportunities for diverse professionals and enterprises, Sonke Gender Justice seeks to establish a roster of qualified consultants and service providers who may be engaged on an as-needed basis over a three-year period.

In line with Sonke’s commitment to transformation, diversity, inclusion, and equitable procurement, priority will be given to applications from Black women consultants and Black women-owned businesses. Applications from youth-led enterprises, persons with disabilities, and historically underrepresented groups are also strongly encouraged.

This call is not linked to a specific assignment. Its purpose is to establish a database of pre-qualified consultants and service providers who may be invited to participate in future procurement processes.

2. Purpose

The purpose of this call is to identify and pre-qualify suitably experienced consultants, firms, agencies, and service providers to support Sonke Gender Justice across a range of organisational and programme needs.

Successful applicants will be included in Sonke Gender Justice’s preferred supplier’s list for a period of three years, subject to periodic review and performance assessment. Inclusion on the roster does not guarantee engagement or the award of any contract.

3. Areas of Expertise

Applications are invited from individuals, consultants, agencies, firms, and service providers with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

A. Communications and Creative Services

  • Graphic design, report layout, and publication design
  • Branding and visual identity development
  • Motion graphics and animation
  • Social media content development
  • Photography, videography, and documentary production
  • Audio production and podcast editing
  • Translation and interpretation services 

B. Editorial and Writing Services

  • Copy-editing, proofreading, and technical editing
  • Report writing, content development, and speech writing

C. Printing and Production

  • Digital printing
  • Large-format printing
  • Exhibition and event branding
  • Promotional material production

4. Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • Relevant qualifications and experience in their field of expertise;
  • A minimum of three years’ professional experience, where applicable;
  • Experience working with civil society organisations, development agencies, government institutions, or related sectors;
  • Ability to provide at least two professional references;
  • Company registration documents, where applicable; and
  • Valid tax clearance documentation where legally required.

Independent consultants may apply in their personal capacity.

5. Submission Requirements

Individual Consultants

Applicants should submit:

  • Detailed CV;
  • Brief profile outlining areas of expertise;
  • Portfolio of previous work (where applicable);
  • At least two professional references; and
  • Daily or professional rate card (optional).

Companies and Agencies

Applicants should submit:

  • Company profile;
  • Portfolio of relevant work;
  • Client reference list;
  • BBBEE certificate or affidavit (where applicable); and
  • Rate card or pricing structure (optional).

Sonke Gender Justice reserves the right to verify all information submitted and to request additional supporting documentation where necessary.

6. Inclusion on the Roster

Successful applicants will be included in Sonke Gender Justice’s approved consultant and service provider database for a period of three years.

When specific assignments arise, Sonke may:

  • Invite selected roster members to submit quotations or proposals;
  • Conduct a competitive procurement process among roster members; or
  • Engage consultants directly where specialised expertise is required and procurement policies permit.

Inclusion on the roster does not constitute a contractual commitment and does not guarantee future work.

7. Confidentiality

All information received through this process will be treated confidentially and used solely for the purpose of establishing and maintaining Sonke Gender Justice’s consultant and service provider database.

8. Submission Process

Applicants should submit their applications electronically with the subject line:

“EOI: Consultant and Service Provider – [Area of Expertise]”

Applications should be sent to: hiring@genderjustice.org.za

Closing Date: 20 November 2026

Late submissions may not be considered.

9. Disclaimer

Sonke Gender Justice reserves the right to accept or reject any application and may amend, suspend, withdraw, or cancel this call at any stage without obligation or liability.