Job Description
1. The project objectives and the specific purpose of services
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a focused
communications, branding, and digital engagement strategy for Linux Foundation
AgStack. The consultancy will support the positioning of AgStack as a new
open-source architecture and software approach for agricultural and food
systems, while strengthening its visibility among technical, institutional,
donor, and agrifood-sector stakeholders.
The consultancy will build upon the broader ecosystem of the
Digital Integration of Agricultural Supply Chains Alliance (DIASCA), the
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, Linux Foundation AgStack, and
other strategic partners. The assignment will contribute to enhancing
communications, stakeholder engagement, launch readiness, and long-term
adoption of open-source digital infrastructure for agrifood supply chains.
The consultancy will culminate in the preparation of a
comprehensive communications package supporting the launch of AgStack at the
Open Source Summit in Prague on October 6, 2026.
2. The key contact people for the Consultant, and the frequency and mode of
interaction with the person supervising the consultancy assignment
Hiring Manager:
Brian King, Senior Manager of Technology Integration.
Bi-weekly virtual coordination meetings.
Email communication as required for review and feedback.
Review sessions prior to the submission of each deliverable.
3. The deliverables
Deliverable 1: Rapid Assessment and Brand
Audit Report
Format: PowerPoint presentation
and/or written report (editable format).
Contents: Rapid assessment and brand audit note, summarizing current
communications assets, gaps, opportunities, and recommendations for the
strategy phase.
Deliverable 2: AgStack Communications,
Branding, and Messaging Strategy
Format: Strategic document
(Word/PDF) and/or presentation.
Contents: AgStack communications, branding, and messaging strategy, including
audience segmentation, core narrative, messaging pillars, co-branding guidance,
and recommended language for partner-facing communications.
Deliverable 3: Digital Engagement and
Platform Recommendations
Format: Strategic recommendations
report and presentation.
Contents: Digital engagement and platform recommendations, including
recommended channels, workflows, content pipeline, and practical guidance for
maintaining communications momentum.
Deliverable 4: Open Source Summit Launch
Package
Format: Communications package.
Contents: Open Source Summit launch package, including launch narrative,
communications timeline, and suggested promotional content.
Deliverable 5: Implementation Action Plan
and Communications SOPs
Format:
Final report and operational toolkit.
Contents: Implementation action plan and communications standard operating
procedures, and next steps
4. The calendar of activities
Approximately three (3) months - June 2026 – September 2026
- Phase 1: Rapid Assessment and Brand Audit
Estimated effort: 3 consulting days
- Phase 2: Communications Strategy and Branding Framework
Estimated effort: 5 consulting days
- Phase 3: Digital Engagement and Platform Recommendations
Estimated effort: 4 consulting days
- Phase 4: Open Source Summit Launch Package
Estimated effort: 5 consulting days
- Phase 5: Implementation Action Plan and Standard Operating Procedures
Estimated effort: 3 consulting days
Total estimated level of effort: 20 consulting days.
5. Duty Station
Home-based / Remote consultancy.
Requirements
6. The required expertise, qualifications, and expected experience to
produce the expected output or deliverables
Advanced university degree (PhD and/or Master)
in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media,
Information Systems, International Development, or related fields.Demonstrated experience developing
communications, branding, and digital engagement strategies.Experience supporting technology, open-source,
digital public infrastructure, research-for-development, or multi-stakeholder
initiatives.Proven ability to translate complex technical
concepts into accessible communications products for diverse audiences.Experience preparing launch materials, event
communications, presentations, stakeholder engagement materials, and strategic
messaging frameworks.Familiarity with agrifood systems,
sustainability, digital agriculture, supply chain technologies, or related
sectors.Excellent writing, editing, synthesis, and
stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to work independently and
collaboratively with international and multidisciplinary teams.Experience working with Linux Foundation
projects or open-source communities.Familiarity with open-source governance models.
Experience
in donor-funded digital transformation or agricultural technology initiatives
Benefits
7. The total estimated budget for the consultancy
Total Estimated Budget: The
total value of the consultancy shall not exceed USD 15,000, inclusive of all
professional fees, taxes, administrative costs, and any other expenses
associated with the delivery of the services.
8. Applications
Interested candidates should send the following information to B.King@cgiar.org
A technical proposal including a brief statement.
A Curriculum Vitae including two (2) references.
A financial proposal that includes, at a minimum, hourly, daily, or deliverable-based rates, travel expenses, and other direct and indirect costs (with an approximate maximum total value of USD 15,000).
Application closing date: Juen 19th, 2026