Knowledge products: Narrative and Visual Design to Raise Awareness of Socio-Bioeconomy in Peru 1.Background AmazonBeEco is a regional initiative financed by IDB Lab, the Green Climate Fund (GCF), and Conexsus, which serves also as the executing agency in partnership with a strategic coalition including Fundación Aliados (Ecuador), Amazon Conservation Team (Suriname), NESsT (Peru), IC Fundación (Colombia), and Conservation International (Guyana). The project aims to boost income generation for community-based biobusinesses across six countries by integrating biodiversity conservation, traditional knowledge, and economic justice. NESsT, as the implementing partner in Peru is looking to capture and systemate lessons learned, methodologies, and practical experiences, transforming them into actionable knowledge products that contribute to the project’s Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) strategy and operation . The following themes are covered during the implementation of this project: 1. Technical Support (Technical assistance, management and organizational governance), 2. Innovation (Technologies, new arrangements and digital solutions), 3. Market Access (Commercialization, channels and certifications), 4. Credit Readiness (financial readiness), 5. Finance (Financial instruments, credit and blended finance). 2.Objective Consolidate, systematize, and translate knowledge generated from the country operations into structured, high-impact knowledge products (e.g., guides, manuals, case studies), aligned with the project’s Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) strategy and operation. Ensure technical quality, relevance, and usability of knowledge products, supporting their validation and facilitating their dissemination. 3.Main Activities Lead the consolidation, systematization, and structuring of knowledge products derived from project implementation in Peru. Interact with the NESsT Peru team, portfolio and content developed by them. Collect lessons learned and good practices using standardized formats, ensuring comparability and usability in Peru. Develop high-quality knowledge products (4), which include case studies, blogs, technical notes, and content for dissemination through the project’s Knowledge Hub. 4.Scope of Deliverables The expected deliverables include: Product 1 (Flagship). Portfolio Case Study Collection Development of three enterprise case studies highlighting: Indigenous-led enterprise Women-led enterprise Enterprise advancing toward external investment. Objective / Dissemination platform: reports, website content, conferences, social media, and the project's Knowledge Hub. Product 2. “Building Investment-Ready Amazonian Biobusinesses” Guide Preparation of a practical learning guide focused on: Readiness assessment Common barriers Financing needs Enterprise strengthening journey. This guide This aligns directly with the project's credit-readiness and finance objectives and may be disseminated through conferences, social media, and the Knowledge Hub. Product 3. Knowledge Hub Content Package Derived from Products 1-3, includes: Four blog articles One presentation Social media package (graphics and copy) 1-pager donor summary brief Objective / Dissemination platform: website, social media platforms, and the Knowledge Hub. Product 4. Peru Knowledge Legacy Kit Development of a repository package containing: Interview templates Case study template Lessons learned methodology Photo documentation guide Objective / Dissemination platform: internal purposes. 5.Obligations Of The Contracting Party The Contracting Party will provide information regarding the project’s objectives and any other information relevant to the performance of the activities under this consulting engagement. To the extent possible and with prior notice, the Contracting Party will facilitate contacts with identified relevant stakeholders. The Contracting Party will provide the consultant with a letter of introduction or any other documents required for the performance of the activities under this consulting engagement. The Contracting Party commits to meet the following deadlines for each phase: Kickoff, document review, interview planning: 1 week approx Interviews with 3 enterprises + NESsT team members (scheduling included): 2 weeks approx Product 1: 3 case studies: 2 weeks approx NESsT review round #1: 1 week approx Product 2: Investment-readiness guide: 2 weeks approx NESsT review round #2: 1 week approx Product 3: Knowledge Hub package: 1-2 week approx Product 4: Legacy kit: 1 week approx Final revisions, QA, formatting, approvals and final delivery: 1-2 week approx Translations: English/Spanish: 1-2 week approx 6.Required Profile And Experience Demonstrable experience in impactful communication, storytelling, and digital design. Creative writing and editing skills in Spanish. Technical proficiency with the following tools: Adobe InDesign for layout design. Illustrator and Photoshop/Lightroom for visual creation and editing. Canva for social media content. Basic knowledge of UX/UI and digital accessibility. Experience with impact reporting, sustainable development, or community-based projects. Ability to conduct online interviews ethically and effectively. Project management skills: task organization, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with diverse teams. Cultural sensitivity toward Indigenous communities and Amazonian contexts. 7.Contract Terms Technical and Financial Proposal: Submit a proposal that includes all relevant information about the consultant or firm, along with a portfolio of previous work. The quote must include all expenses and fees necessary for consulting services. Proposals must be submitted by September 11. Deadline: Delivery of the final product by January 14. Payment Terms: 30% upon signing the contract and the remainder upon approval of the deliverables. Negotiable