Tender Summary
The CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS) in USA from Americas region had released this tender for Tenders are invited for Shelter Technical Writer/Editor.
Description: Seeking a Shelter Technical Writer/Editor consultant to provide technical editing for case studies
Purpose
The Technical Writer/Editor for CRS’ Strategic Change Platform 2 (Building Safe and Dignified Homes and
Communities) and Humanitarian Response Dept will provide technical editing for case studies produced by the
platform. The editor will work on an as-needed basis in a freelance capacity.
III. Deliverables
Support the creation of SCP2 case studies, technical briefs and other communication material, through:
1. Development of content for case studies, technical briefs, and other communication material and
related activities
2. Editing documents to ensure compliance with CRS H&C SCP2 and MARCOM style, design, layout,
specification, and grammar and spelling requirements.
3. Collaborating with key stakeholders ( country program, regional and HQ staff, including technical
advisors) to gain better understanding of subject matter.
4. Collecting and integrating feedback on documents.
5. Conducting quality review of materials and provide peer review of platform documents.
6. Managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
IV. Qualifications:
1. 5 – 7 years work experience in editing technical publications for the shelter/emergency response sectors
2. Background in international development/humanitarian assistance/emergency response preferable
3. Solid understanding of the shelter and settlement sector; solid understanding of other humanitarian
sectors (WASH, food security/markets, Disaster Risk Reduction, etc.) a plus
4. Proven written and oral communication skills
Required Languages – Fluency in English (written and oral).
V. Application Components:
Applicants must submit the following:
• Cover letter, which describes a brief summary of approach that demonstrates qualifications in
undertaking the Scope of Work. This summary should highlight how the applicant will complete the
deliverables. (Document cannot exceed 3 pages single-spaced.)
• Compensation rate per day
• Resume/ CV.
2
• Three professional references, with the following details about the references: (a) name, (b) position, (c)
company, (d) phone number, (e) email address, and (f) city, state, country
Proposal Deadline
All proposals must be sent to lauren.hamdy@crs.org no later than May 22, 2023 11:59 PM EST. The solicitation
name “US6767.05.05 Shelter Technical Writer/Editor must be included in the subject line.
Q&A Opportunity
Prospective bidders may submit any clarification questions to lauren.hamdy@crs.org, by May 12, 2023 11:59 PM
EST. Responses will be provided to any known prospective bidders on May 16, 2023. The solicitation name
“US6767.05.05 Shelter Technical Writer/Editor must be included in the subject line published on 10 May 2023. The tender expired on 22 May 2023. This tender is sourced from Official Website and is eligible for suppliers interested in Technical services. Interested bidders can obtain further information including complete bid documents or ways to participate by registering on Tender Impulse and referencing via Tender Impulse ID 3108852.
Tender Details
Tender NoticeTI Ref: 3108852
Tender Organisation
CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS)
Tender CPV
71356000 : Technical services
Tender Document Type
Tender Notice
Tender Deadline
22 May 2023 Deadline passed
Tender Description
Tenders are invited for Shelter Technical Writer/Editor.
Description: Seeking a Shelter Technical Writer/Editor consultant to provide technical editing for case studies
Purpose
The Technical Writer/Editor for CRS’ Strategic Change Platform 2 (Building Safe and Dignified Homes and
Communities) and Humanitarian Response Dept will provide technical editing for case studies produced by the
platform. The editor will work on an as-needed basis in a freelance capacity.
III. Deliverables
Support the creation of SCP2 case studies, technical briefs and other communication material, through:
1. Development of content for case studies, technical briefs, and other communication material and
related activities
2. Editing documents to ensure compliance with CRS H&C SCP2 and MARCOM style, design, layout,
specification, and grammar and spelling requirements.
3. Collaborating with key stakeholders ( country program, regional and HQ staff, including technical
advisors) to gain better understanding of subject matter.
4. Collecting and integrating feedback on documents.
5. Conducting quality review of materials and provide peer review of platform documents.
6. Managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
IV. Qualifications:
1. 5 – 7 years work experience in editing technical publications for the shelter/emergency response sectors
2. Background in international development/humanitarian assistance/emergency response preferable
3. Solid understanding of the shelter and settlement sector; solid understanding of other humanitarian
sectors (WASH, food security/markets, Disaster Risk Reduction, etc.) a plus
4. Proven written and oral communication skills
Required Languages – Fluency in English (written and oral).
V. Application Components:
Applicants must submit the following:
• Cover letter, which describes a brief summary of approach that demonstrates qualifications in
undertaking the Scope of Work. This summary should highlight how the applicant will complete the
deliverables. (Document cannot exceed 3 pages single-spaced.)
• Compensation rate per day
• Resume/ CV.
2
• Three professional references, with the following details about the references: (a) name, (b) position, (c)
company, (d) phone number, (e) email address, and (f) city, state, country
Proposal Deadline
All proposals must be sent to lauren.hamdy@crs.org no later than May 22, 2023 11:59 PM EST. The solicitation
name “US6767.05.05 Shelter Technical Writer/Editor must be included in the subject line.
Q&A Opportunity
Prospective bidders may submit any clarification questions to lauren.hamdy@crs.org, by May 12, 2023 11:59 PM
EST. Responses will be provided to any known prospective bidders on May 16, 2023. The solicitation name
“US6767.05.05 Shelter Technical Writer/Editor must be included in the subject line
Frequently Asked Questions About This Tender
Who has issued this tender, and what is it for?
The tender has been issued by CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS) in USA. Such a type of tender falls under Technical services, within the Infrastructure and construction sector, and is listed on Tender Impulse with reference ID 3108852.
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The notice was published on 10 May 2023 and submissions close on 22 May 2023. Late bids are rarely accepted in public procurement, so aim to have your documents ready several days before the closing date.
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