When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on August 7, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

It was issued by Fhi 360. The work is located in Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Human-centered design or behavioral insights consultancy. Experience in public health, reproductive health, or women's health communications. Proven facilitation of co-design workshops and qualitative research synthesis. Capability to develop messaging frameworks, value propositions, and prototype communication materials. Access to or partnership with Kiswahili and Dholuo language translation resources. Experience adapting communications to local cultural contexts in African markets. Ability to collaborate with health sector stakeholders and implementation partners.

Human-Centered Design Partner for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Communications and Strategy (Closed)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Ibadan, Oyo, NigeriaPosted: July 23, 2026Deadline: August 7, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a human-centered design partner to turn heavy menstrual bleeding insights into locally relevant communication strategies that support HIUD uptake. The work includes research review, workshop design, translation support, and development of prototype messaging materials.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Experience applying human-centered design methodologies in global health, public health, or related fields
Experience conducting qualitative research and synthesizing insights into actionable concepts, interventions, or communication approaches
Experience facilitating co-creation and prototyping activities
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community members, and health system actors
Strong project management and communication skills
Ability to conduct work in Nigeria and perform participant engagement in Yoruba and English
Ability to comply with FHI 360 General Terms and Conditions and Gates Foundation Terms and Conditions

CONTRACT DURATION

15 months

TIMELINE

Date of Issue of RFP: July 15th, 2026

Date Questions from Offeror Due: July 22nd, 2026

Date Answers due from FHI 360: July 24th, 2026

Date Proposal Due: August 7th, 2026

Approximate Timeframe Agreement Issued: August 28th, 2026

Study Tool Inputs Due: September 30th, 2026

Dissemination Inputs (Inquiry Phase) Due: May 31st, 2027

Co-Design Workshops Plans Due: May 31st, 2027

Co-Design Workshops Completed: August 16th, 2027

Package of final workshop materials and report Due: August 31st, 2027

Prototype Materials Due: October 31st, 2027

Dissemination Inputs (Ideation Phase) Due: November 30th, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 22, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Fhi 360

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DESCRIPTION

The procuring organization is seeking a human-centered design partner to translate insights related to heavy menstrual bleeding into people-centered communications and strategy services. The work is intended to examine provider practices and attitudes and support the co-design of communication approaches that improve access to and uptake of the Hormonal Intrauterine Device (HIUD) for heavy menstrual bleeding treatment.

Scope of work includes reviewing research findings to inform co-design workshop content and structure, translating study tools and workshop materials into Kiswahili and Dholuo as needed, and developing workshop schedules, activities, and tools adapted to the local context. Example methods may include journey mapping, storytelling, and idea generation exercises.

The selected partner will also help co-develop prototype communication materials, product value propositions, and messaging strategies based on workshop findings in collaboration with project partners. Questions were required to be submitted no later than July 22, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on August 7, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Fhi 360. The work is located in Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Human-centered design or behavioral insights consultancy
Experience in public health, reproductive health, or women's health communications
Proven facilitation of co-design workshops and qualitative research synthesis
Capability to develop messaging frameworks, value propositions, and prototype communication materials
Access to or partnership with Kiswahili and Dholuo language translation resources
Experience adapting communications to local cultural contexts in African markets
Ability to collaborate with health sector stakeholders and implementation partners

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