Individual consultant, communications specialist

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR SELECTION OF INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT - COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST FOR WSIP-1-AF. Organization: State Entity Municipal Infrastructure Development Project Management Unit (MID PMU) Project: Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project (Phase-1) Additional Financing (AF) Position: Individual consultant-communications specialist Country: Republic of Tajikistan. Grant No: E 0950-001 TJ Released: July 22th, 2026 . Introduction The Water Supply and Sanitation Investment Project, funded by IDA (International Development Association), aims to expand access to safe water supply and sanitation for rural populations in Tajikistan and strengthen the institutional capacity of water services. The project includes the construction and reconstruction of water supply networks and treatment facilities, capacity building for district administration operators of the SUE KMK, and community support. Ensuring transparency and widespread information among all stakeholders, from local authorities and contractors to final beneficiaries, is critical to the project's success. The project's Stakeholder Engagement Plan emphasizes that "engagement and communication with project parties are essential tools for ensuring transparency, accountability, and effectiveness." Timely, two-way communication helps mobilize support for the project and achieve its objectives. The communication strategy should not only convey information but also encourage necessary behavioral changes among the population - for example, improving hygiene practices and economically and efficiently using water. Objective The communications specialist is responsible for all aspects of planning and implementing the project's communications strategy. Duration of the Contract The initial contract duration is 12 months with possible extension depending on performance indicators. Reporting The Communications Specialist reports to the Director of the PMU and the Project Manager. Submits a monthly report on completed wor