Technoserve Terms of Reference For Production of Short Training Videos for IMPACT Projects Jobs in Ethiopia

Technoserve Terms of Reference For Production of Short Training Videos for IMPACT Projects Jobs in Ethiopia


Objective

  • The overall objective of this consultancy is to produce short training videos that can be used in various communications platforms such as Whatsup, Telegram, Facebook, and YouTube.

  • The content of the videos will be projects training modules.

  • The assignment possibly requires traveling to regional projects locations Bahirdar, Amhara region and Mekelle, Tigray region to shoot videos.

    Assignment

    The consultant selected for this assignment will perform the following tasks

  • Assist to develop and review video concept and scenario developed by IMPACT team and discuss the final script with the project team;

  • Present a work plan for the assigned work specifying traveling days;

  • Travel to the field location Bahirdar and Mekelle to shoot IMPACT training videos unless the consultant/s propose other efficient methods;

  • Work on the desired products including editing and production of high-resolution videos in a 3-5 minutes per video and nine minutes per lesson plan for a total of 12 lesson plans;

  • Together with the IMPACT team, review almost-completed high quality training videos through a virtual platform;

  • Finalize production of training videos based on feedback received from IMPACT team

    Expected outputs

  • The consultant is expected to produce ~26 training videos (See Table 1 below) in 1080p (HD).

  • The videos should have subtitles in English and appropriate background music that does not require copyright should be used.

    Duration and Location

  • This consultancy will take a total of 45 working days, beginning upon the signature of a contract with TechnoServe.

  • The total days of the assignment will spread across five months considering the number of lesson plans and seasonality of scenes required to shoot the training videos.

  • TechnoServe will provide logistical support including covering all travel costs, facilitating travel to the field sites, and organizing scenes for shooting.

  • However, accommodation and other Daily Subsistence Allowance costs will be covered by the consultant.

    Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights

  • In consideration of the fees paid, the Consultant expressly assigns to TechnoServe any copyright arising from the works the consultant produces while executing this contract.

  • The consultant may not use, reproduce or otherwise disseminate or authorize others to use, reproduce or disseminate such works without prior consent from TechnoServe.

    Evaluation Criteria and Process

  • The applications will be evaluated by TNS based on
    the parameters below and as needed, shortlisted candidates will be requested to participate in an interview as part of the competition for the award.

  • Below are the criteria and weight that will be used in assessing the proposals.

    Job Requirements

    TNS is looking for an individual consultant or firm who fulfills the requirements below.

  • Proved and outstanding videography skills and experience

  • Excellent photo and video editing skills

  • Have the necessary contemporary technology to make video shootings and develop high-quality videos

  • Has at least an expert in the team who graduated in videography

  • Previous experience in producing international quality training videos and documentaries for similar projects and can demonstrate concrete project examples

  • Strong understanding of Ethiopian agriculture and agribusiness sector

  • Exposure and experience working with smallholder farmers, cooperatives and unions in Ethiopia or elsewhere is a plus

  • Proven ability to work in a multicultural environment

  • Ability to adhere to deadlines and flexibility

  • Amharic and Tigrigna language skills will be an advantage

    How to Apply

    The applicants are required to submit:

  • Cover letter and technical proposal with the applicant’s current contact information including how the candidate’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as their interest for the work (no longer than two pages)

  • Financial and technical proposals in a separate envelop with a full package of licenses - the financial proposal should be detailed enough and should include any relevant administrative and logistic costs related to the work

  • Resumes and references of consultants that will actually engage in this task

  • Samples of recent similar assignments: online portfolios and links to video work/documentaries;

  • Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed.

  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

  • The deadline for the application for this work is 26th August 2020.

  • The applicants are required to submit the application in person to TechnoServe office on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only with reference and address below.

  • Application for TNS - IMPACT Projects - Training Video Production Consultancy

    Rebecca Building, I 8th Floor I Haile Gebre-selassie Street

    P.O.BOX 100598 I Addis Ababa I Ethiopia

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  • NS will not accept any application received after 5:00PM in the afternoon of the closing date.

  • TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer. Women and Women-owned firms are highly encouraged to apply.

  • TechnoServe reserves the right to cancel this advertisement fully or in part.

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