What are the responsibilities and job description for the Request for Proposal: Visionary Strategist Consultant position at Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc.?
Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc. (Plaza) operates a comprehensive integrated services program for children from birth to 5 years of age.
Our organization is committed to launching a shared vision statement that emphasizes accessibility and engagement with staff, families, and partners.
To achieve this milestone, we seek a qualified consultant to guide the development process, ensure inclusivity, and facilitate meaningful engagement with all stakeholders.
Scope of Work/Services
The shared vision statement will reflect our core values, mission, and commitment to fostering an accessible and engaging environment for all stakeholders.
The selected consultant will be responsible for:
- Project Planning: Collaborate with our leadership to define project goals, timeline, and deliverables. Develop a detailed engagement and communication plan to involve stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Design and facilitate inclusive workshops, focus groups, and surveys. Engage a diverse range of participants, ensuring representation across staff, families, and partners.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Gather qualitative and quantitative input from stakeholders. Analyze data to identify key themes, priorities, and areas of alignment.
- Drafting the Vision Statement: Develop a preliminary draft of the shared vision statement based on stakeholder input. Refine the draft through iterative feedback cycles with stakeholders.
- Finalization and Launch: Present the finalized vision statement to our leadership for approval. Support the development of a communication strategy for launching the vision statement.
Deliverables
- Detailed project plan and timeline.
- Engagement tools and materials.
- Summary report on stakeholder input and analysis.
- Draft and finalize versions of the shared vision statement.
- Recommendations for communication and implementation.
Proposal Requirements
Interested consultants should include the following in their proposals:
- Cover Letter: Introduction and summary of relevant experience.
- Approach and Methodology: Description of the proposed approach to the project. Strategies for ensuring accessibility and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience and Qualifications: Examples of similar projects completed. References from past clients.
- Work Plan and Timeline: Detailed work plan outlining key activities and milestones. Timeline to ensure project completion by May 25, 2025.
