Infographic Design for Research Dissemination

Terms of Reference (TOR)

Consultant – Infographic Design for Research Dissemination

Project Title: Intergenerational Perspectives for a New Social Contract in Lebanon

Duty Station: Remote – Beirut Office

Duration of Assignment: February 2026

Application Deadline: January 26, 2026

1. Background

The Berghof Foundation is implementing a research project on Intergenerational Perspectives for a New Social Contract in Lebanon, which seeks to understand how different generations and social groups perceive, experience, and envision the relationship between citizens, the state, and one another.

The research follows a citizen-centred, participatory, and mixed-methods approach, grounded in the Protection, Provision, and Participation (3Ps) framework. It explores how legitimacy gaps, grievances, aspirations, fears, and reform priorities are articulated across age groups, genders, geographic locations, and social constituencies, with particular attention to intergenerational dynamics and their influence on views of governance, justice, and social cohesion.

Methodologically, the study combines a nationally representative quantitative survey with qualitative insights from key informant interviews (KIIs) and focus group discussions (FGDs). By foregrounding lived experiences and citizen perspectives, the research links empirical evidence to broader debates on legitimacy, accountability, and pathways for rebuilding trust in Lebanon’s fragile and conflict-affected context.

To support effective dissemination and engagement, Berghof Foundation seeks to engage a consultant to translate key research insights into clear, accessible, and analytically sound infographic visuals. These visuals will support dialogue and policy engagement by making findings understandable to diverse audiences, while preserving nuance, context sensitivity, and the integrity of the analytical framework.

2. Objectives

The objectives of the assignment are to:

• Translate key research findings and analytical insights into clear and accessible visual formats
• Visually highlight intergenerational convergences and divergences across the pillars of Protection, Provision, and Participation in a smooth and interactive way
• Produce high-quality visuals suitable for print and digital dissemination in English

3. Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the Berghof Foundation research team, and in coordination with the communications team, the consultant will undertake the following tasks:

3.1 Conceptualisation

• Review relevant briefing materials
• Participate in a kick-off meeting with the research team to clarify key messages and priorities
• Propose a clear visual narrative, structure, and layout logic for the infographic outputs

3.2 Design and Production

The consultant will design and produce visual outputs that are interactive in English in discussion with the Berghof team, optimized for high-quality online and printing dissemination

3.3 Revision and Finalisation

• Integrate consolidated feedback from the Berghof Foundation team
• Deliver final, publication-ready outputs and editable source files.

5. Deliverables and Timeline

All deliverables must be finalised by 28 February 2026.

1- Inception note:  Visual concept, narrative structure, and proposed layout for both infographic outputs, Within one week of contract start

2- Draft print infographic: First draft of digital and printed infographics  double-sided, one-sheet print infographic (English), Timeline 16.02.2026

3-Final product: Print-ready and digital-ready files, including editable source files, Timeline 23.02.2025  

6. Expected Outputs

The expected outputs of the assignment are:

• Print infographic, one sheet and double-sided, produced in high-resolution and suitable for professional printing, in English
• Digital infographic, adapted for online and social media dissemination, in English
• Editable design source files for both infographic outputs to enable future updates

7. Required Qualifications and Experience

The consultant should demonstrate the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience in infographic design and visualisation for research, policy, or knowledge dissemination
• Demonstrated ability to translate qualitative and quantitative research findings into clear, accurate, and engaging visual formats
• Prior experience working with NGOs, research institutions, think tanks, or international organisations
• Familiarity with themes related to peacebuilding, governance, social cohesion, or social research is an asset
• Strong attention to analytical accuracy, contextual sensitivity, and ethical representation of research findings
• Experience using relevant software

8. Reporting and Coordination

The consultant will work under the supervision of the Berghof Foundation research team, in close coordination with designated focal points from the research and communications teams, to ensure analytical accuracy, consistency of messaging, and alignment with dissemination objectives.