Deutschland - Abwasser-, Abfall-, Reinigungs- und Umweltdienste - Öffentlichkeitsarbeit, Kommunikation und Werbung für den EU-Navigator für Partnerländer

The Team Europe Initiative (TEI) "Sustainability in Global Value Chains" is an initiative co-financed by the European Commission (EC) that supports stakeholders in partner countries of EU development cooperation - governments, businesses, civil society organizations, trade unions and workers, and multi-stakeholder initiatives - in navigating and identifying relevant information related to the requirements and opportunities presented by the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). GIZ is implementing the TEI on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) as part of the sector programme "Corporate and Public Responsibility for Sustainable Supply Chains." Background and Objective: The CSDDD entered into force on 25 July 2024 and requires large EU companies (with more than 1,000 employees and an annual turnover exceeding EUR 450 million) as well as non-EU companies with significant activities in the EU market (over EUR 450 million in EU turnover) to uphold human rights standards and carry out environmental due diligence throughout their entire value chains. Due to the strong external dimension of this Directive, numerous actors in partner countries (recipients of EU development cooperation assistance) will be affected - including governments, companies, civil society organizations, and social partners. Many of these stakeholders are either unfamiliar with the concept of corporate due diligence or view the CSDDD as a trade barrier. Furthermore, the potential benefits of the CSDDD - such as improved access to legal remedies for affected parties or competitive advantages for sustainable companies - are often not well understood. To ensure that the CSDDD is implemented in a development-oriented and collaborative manner, companies and their partner countries require specific support. In particular, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in these countries need accompanying measures to turn the implementation of the CSDDD into an opportunity. Coordination through the Team Europe Initiative The EC and several EU Member States (Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Sweden) launched the TEI to improve the coordination and transparency of various existing EU support measures. This broad array of funding initiatives often makes it challenging for stakeholders in partner countries to locate appropriate support services. By aggregating the support available, the TEI consolidates these measures and ensures more efficient collaboration. Key Measure: EU Helpdesk "European Due Diligence Navigator" The main aim of the TEI is to establish and run the "EU Due Diligence Navigator", an EU Helpdesk. The Navigator consists of: - An online platform that presents general information on the CSDDD itself, as well as various associated support measures aimed at the target groups (key stakeholders in partner countries). - Personalized advisory services provided by a specialized team of advisors This measure is jointly financed by the EC and BMZ and is implemented by GIZ. The Navigator has the specific goal of informing stakeholders in partner countries about the requirements associated with the CSDDD and the opportunities arising from it. This is done by providing general information on the CSDDD and directing users of the Navigator to where they can find suitable support. Coordination is carried out closely with the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) of the European Commission. In summary, the TEI promotes a sustainable and equitable implementation of the CSDDD in partner countries. By providing coordinated information and support services, it aims to ensure that companies and other stakeholders can leverage the requirements of the CSDDD as an opportunity for development. The call for tenders outlines a project in which GIZ engages a service provider to support the TEI team in planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive communication and outreach process. The aim is to establish the helpdesk as a central resource for information and support among the relevant target groups, enhancing its reputation and sustainably increasing the demand for its services. At the core of the project is the objective to raise awareness of the helpdesk, generate interest, and ensure its continuous use. This is to be achieved by integrating the helpdesk into the work processes of the target groups, enhancing their ability to independently address challenges using its resources, and fostering long-term appreciation for the service. An increasing number of users, driven in part by recommendations from satisfied users, is another key success factor. The services outlined in the tender are divided into two main outputs, each implemented through specific work packages. The first output involves developing a target group-specific outreach strategy along with corresponding communication materials. In close coordination with the TEI team, the service provider will define communication goals, target groups, relevant channels, and criteria for selecting test groups and multipliers. The resulting strategy, documented in an 8-10 page report, will serve as the foundation for all subsequent measures. Alongside this strategic planning, another work package is dedicated to creating communication products such as flyers, social media content, infographics, and videos. All materials must comply with the EU Global Gateway Branding Guidelines and will be continuously optimized following testing with the target groups. The second output focuses on the practical implementation of the developed strategy. This includes not only the dissemination of the communication materials but also the identification and engagement of multipliers in the key target regions-particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America-who will act as vital information brokers. Additionally, the service provider will organize targeted online and offline events such as webinars, stakeholder dialogues, and information sessions to facilitate direct interaction with the target groups and incorporate their feedback into the outreach process. A crucial element of the implementation phase is the establishment of feedback mechanisms through surveys, test groups, and moderated usability tests, ensuring that the measures are continuously refined based on the responses from the target audience. Monitoring and evaluation form another essential component of the project. The service provider is tasked with developing a system to continuously track the success of the outreach measures using clearly defined indicators. This system will consider both quantitative metrics-such as the number of multipliers reached, website visitor statistics, and inquiries-and qualitative feedback from the target groups. Regular reports, produced on a quarterly or biannual basis, will transparently document the progress and results, providing a basis for further strategic adjustments. Close collaboration between GIZ, the TEI team, the EU Commission, and, where applicable, BMZ is critical to the project"s success. All produced materials and communication activities must adhere to the Global Gateway Branding Guidelines, and the service provider is expected to remain flexible, as the scope of outreach activities may need to be adjusted in response to dynamic, ad hoc requirements. In essence, the service provider is not only responsible for the strategic and operational implementation but must also be capable of responding swiftly to changes as the project evolves. In summary, the tender aims to establish the helpdesk as a central, indispensable service for the target groups through a combination of strategic planning, the development and dissemination of tailored communication materials, the organization of events, and continuous monitoring and evaluation. The success of the project will be measured using a range of indicators that capture both the qualitative and quantitative impact of the outreach efforts. Ultimately, the project is intended to ensure that the helpdesk is perceived as an essential resource, enabling target groups to overcome challenges independently and improving their overall work processes.