CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 31 Dec 2014

Summary – Terms of Reference

Position Title: Photographer

Fee: USD 50,000

Location: South Sudan

Duration: 12 months

Start Date: 1, January, 2015

Reporting to: Communication Officer

Budget Code/PBA No: TBD

Justification

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), South Sudan Country Office is one of the largest and longest actors at the centre of the efforts to ensure the survival, protection and development of children in South Sudan. To articulate the situation of children and women in South Sudan there is need for massive advocacy at various levels, and preparation of messages to meet the needs of both national and international audiences.

South Sudan is also prone to both natural and human made emergencies. Efforts to establish the extent of such and the response all need to be documented more over at short notice.

A prudent approach therefore is to have on hand a long-term agreement with a photographer who can be brought on board to address visual communications needs on an ad hoc and as-needed basis.

This contract covers 90 working days over 12 months period.

Scope of Work

The photographer will be required when the need to visually document UNICEF activities arises. The photographer will be required to have his or her own equipment and be available for travel immediately as needed. The photographer will be paid a standard fee equivalent to a mid-scale L3 position and per diem as applicable. All photographs will remain the property of UNICEF.

The consultant will work closely with field staff under the supervision of the Communication Officer, Strategic Communication and / or Chief of Strategic Communications, according to the assignment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

· Document and illustrate the situation of children and women as may be decided by UNICEF

· Take photos that provide visibility to UNICEF’s work

· Independently identify opportunities to document UNICEF activities.

· Provide advice on suitable cutline (photo description) for photographs accompanying UNICEF stories or reports

· Provide information about when and where the photo was taken, who it is about and its relevance to UNICEF work

· Provide detailed caption information for selected photographs

· Get consent for use of photos from relevant persons/authorities.

Expected deliverables

At the end of the consultancy, the incumbent is expected to have delivered:

· Photographs – both colour and black and white, as requested – portraying the situation of children and women.

· “Best of” selection of photographs that have been taken during the assignment.

· A range of photos - close and wide, and landscape and portraits.

· Photographs shall be provided to UNICEF on a CD

· Captions and consent forms for all photos.

· Recorded voices and sounds that match selected photos.

Desired background and experience

· Formal training or the equivalent experience in photography with a minimum of 5 years of work experience

· Proven ability in photography and experience in humanitarian response

· Ability to assimilate and communicate complex visual messages in an engaging and child-friendly manner

· Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s humanitarian principles

· Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s activities in Southern Sudan

· Experience working in a conflict/ post-conflict environment desirable

· Fluency in English; fluency in another UN language, especially Arabic, an advantage

Conditions

• Payment will be based on number days worked at the established daily rate. The total amount will not exceed the value of the contract unless amended.

• Photographs shall conform to UNICEF ethical reporting guidelines and appropriate visual portrayals of children and adults

• The consultant should be available for assigned work at the request of UNICEF South Sudan. Transportation permitting, the consultant should be prepared to travel when and as requested by the Office.

• The consultant will be paid DSA at established rates in all locations and will be responsible for direct payment of accommodation and meal costs at each location.

• Flights will be provided by UNICEF by the most direct and economical routes according to planned official travel.

• Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement.

• No work may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant.

• A signed contract copy or written agreement must be received by the office before Travel Authorization is issued.

• The consultant may not travel without a signed travel authorization prior to the commencement of official travel.

Position Title: Videographer

Fee: USD 50,000

Location: South Sudan

Duration: 12 months

Start Date: 1, January, 2015

Reporting to: Communication Officer, Strategic Communication

Budget Code/PBA No: TBD

Justification

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), South Sudan Country Office is one of the largest and longest actors at the centre of the efforts to ensure the survival, protection and development of children in South Sudan. To articulate the situation of children and women in South Sudan there is need for massive advocacy at various levels, and preparation of messages to meet the needs of both national and international audiences.

South Sudan is also prone to both natural and human made emergencies. Efforts to establish the extent of such and the response all need to be documented more over at short notice.

A prudent approach therefore is to have on hand a long-term agreement with a Videographer who can be brought on board to address visual communication needs on an ad hoc and as-needed basis.

This LTA covers 90 working days over12 months period.

Scope of Work

The Videographer will be required when the need to visually document UNICEF activities arises. The Videographer will be required to have his or her own equipment and be available for travel immediately as needed. The Videographer will be paid a standard fee equivalent to a mid-scale L3 position and per diem as applicable. All videos will remain the property of UNICEF.

The consultant will work closely with field staff under the supervision of Communication Officer, Communications & Advocacy Section and / or Chief of Strategic Communications, according to the assignment.

Specific Tasks

• With UNICEF guidance, develop plan and schedule and contacts for video pre- production, production, and post-production.

• Film scenes demonstrating the situation of children and women; success and challenges

• Film UNICEF activities as may be guided

• Film interviews with UNICEF staff.

• Film interviews with beneficiaries.

• Provide draft videos / images for approval

• Provide shot list to guide in editing and B-roll use.

• Take details of each item filmed.

• Provide split version of video.

• Clearly identify location, name and age of interviewees and any relevant details.

• Obtain consent for video usage from concerned people/authorities.

• Film scenes that show visibility for UNICEF’s work.

Methodology

• Based on discussions in Juba, write production plan (e.g., narrative outline, shooting

• Schedule, post-production editing.

• Film on site in agreed locations (to be discussed in Juba)

• Draft first edited video product (15 to 18 minutes)

• Submit draft films for review and approval

• Submit final approved documentary

• Video outtakes for B-roll use in DVD format.

Expected Deliverables

1. One feature documentary(not more than 20 mins – length according to individual assignment) and additional footage
2. Short list of all tapes to guide in editing.
3. Provide rough cuts on DV format.
4. Provide draft video on DV format for editorial input.
5. Provide six 5 minute videos in DV format, as requested (topics to be identified)

Expected Background and Experience

· Formal training or the equivalent experience in videography with a minimum of 5 years of work experience

· Proven ability in videographer and experience in humanitarian response

· Ability to assimilate and communicate complex visual messages in an engaging and child-friendly manner

· Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s humanitarian principles

· Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s activities in South Sudan

· Experience working in a conflict/ post-conflict environment desirable

· Fluency in English and another UN language

Conditions:

• Payment will be based on number days worked at the established daily rate. The total amount will not exceed the value of the contract unless amended.

• Materials shall conform to UNICEF ethical reporting guidelines and appropriate visual portrayals of children and adults

• The consultant should be available for assigned work at the request of UNICEF South Sudan. Transportation permitting, the consultant should be prepared to travel when and as requested by the Office.

• The consultant will be paid DSA at established rates in all locations and will be responsible for direct payment of accommodation and meal costs at each location.

• Flights will be provided by UNICEF by the most direct and economical routes according to planned official travel.

• Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement.

• No work may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant.

• A signed contract copy or written agreement must be received by the office before Travel Authorization is issued.

• The consultant may not travel without a signed travel authorization prior to the commencement of official travel.

• The consultant should make arrangements for health coverage prior to arriving in South Sudan.

• The consultant will not be entitled to R & R and all related entitlements.

Position Title:Writer/Editor

Fee:USD 50,000

Location: South Sudan

Duration: 12 months

Start Date: 1 January, 2015

Reporting to:Communication Officer, Strategic Communication

Budget Code/PBA No:(TBD)

Justification

In response to increasing demands from donors for background and supporting print materials combined with the need to tell the humanitarian story of South Sudan to a wider global audience, and to help provide a portfolio of material, the office requires the services of a Writer/Editor.

There is a need to have LTAs with qualified writers who could be contacted on a needed basis.

This LTA covers 90 working days over 12 months period.

Scope of Work

The writer/Editor will edit documents and human interest stories as may be guided by the Chief of Communication and may be required to travel to field locations to gather relevant materials.

The consultant may not be required to sit at the UNICEF office throughout the duration of the assignment but will be available when needed.

The writer/Editor will be required to have his or her own equipment. The writer will be paid a standard fee based on qualification and experience and per diem as applicable. All write ups will remain the property of UNICEF.

The consultant will work closely with field staff under the supervision of the Communication Officer, Strategic Communication and / or Chief of Strategic Communications, according to the assignment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• The consultant will edit UNICEF reports, stories and other relevant documents in line with UNICEF’s style guide.
• The consultant will take notes and write documents as may be guided by the chief of section.
• Collect suggestions and contacts for possible human stories in consultation with the UNICEF Communications supervisor.
• Contacts identified persons and select the most interesting/impacting human story angle.
• Travel to the project sites and meet with relevant people of the project activities – children, families, service providers, local authorities etc;
• Coordinate with the UNICEF Communications supervisor topics and outline of the expected human interest stories

Expected deliverables

At the end of the consultancy, the incumbent is expected to have delivered, as requested:

• Human interest stories
• Feature articles (250-4000 words – depending on agreement for each assignment) written in English and submitted to UNICEF within the dateline set by UNICEF
• Brochures/factsheets written and edited
• Provide any relevant documentation (photos or recordings) on the subject that supplements the write-up
• Editing services as requested

Desired background and experience

• A first university degree, preferably in journalism, media or similar field
• Fluency and proven native-level writing skills in English.
• At least five years of experience of producing articles, short features, vignettes or reports for public audiences preferably in a media or development environment
• Ability to assimilate and communicate complex visual messages in an engaging and child-friendly manner
• Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s humanitarian principles
• Awareness and/or experience with UNICEF’s activities in Southern Sudan
• Experience working in a conflict/ post-conflict environment desirable

Conditions (Important)

· Payment will be based on number days worked at the established daily rate. The total amount will not exceed the value of the contract unless amended.

· The consultant must be available for assigned work at the request of UNICEF South Sudan. Transportation permitting, the consultant must be prepared to travel when and as requested by the Office.

· The consultant will be paid DSA at established rates in all locations and will be responsible for direct payment of accommodation and meal costs at each location.

· The consultant should have their own equipment – computer / camera, etc. as necessary.

· Under the consultancy agreement a month is defined as 21 working days, and fees are pro-rated accordingly. Consultants are not paid for weekends or public holidays.

· Flights will be provided by UNICEF by the most direct and economical routes according to planned official travel.

· Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement.

· No work may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant.

· A signed contract copy or written agreement must be received by the office before Travel Authorization is issued.

· The consultant may not travel without a signed travel authorization prior to the commencement of official travel.

· The consultant must make arrangements for health coverage prior to arriving in South Sudan.

· The consultant will not be entitled to R & R and all related entitlements.

How to apply:

Applications should include

1. Monthly consultancy fee expectation
2. Address of the last two supervisors
3. Filled P11 and CV

How to apply:

Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and completed United Nations Personal History (P-11) form, as well as the two most recent performance appraisals or performance evaluation reports to: UNICEF South Sudan Country Office, Human Resources Unit via email:jubavacancies@unicef.org

How to apply:

How to apply:

Applications should include

1. Monthly consultancy fee expectation
2. Address of the last two supervisors
3. Filled P11 and CV

How to apply:

Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and completed United Nations Personal History (P-11) form, as well as the two most recent performance appraisals or performance evaluation reports to: UNICEF South Sudan Country Office, Human Resources Unit via email:jubavacancies@unicef.org