Call for Expression of Interest to Produce A Video Documentary for the iHeard Project

  • Consultancy
  • Malawi

Forum for African Women Educationalists in Malawi (FAWEMA)

CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

TO PRODUCE A VIDEO DOCUMENTARY FOR THE iHEARD PROJECT

APRIL 7, 2026

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Forum for African Women Educationalists in Malawi (FAWEMA) is a registered non-governmental organization, which brings together educationalists to support and promote girls’ and women’s education in Malawi. FAWEMA is a national Chapter of the Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) whose secretariat is in Nairobi, Kenya. It is a non–political, voluntary, charitable, non-profit making and does not discriminate against any person in terms of race, age, creed, color, nationality or religious persuasion.

2.0 BACKGROUND

FAWEMA is implementing the Innovation in Health, Rights and Development (iHEARD) project in collaboration with the UK-based Marie Stopes International (MSI) and their local partner – Banja La Mtsogolo (BLM), MaiKhanda, Farm Radio Trust, Viamo, and Girl Effect (GE) and with support from the Ministry of Education (MoE), Ministry of Youth, Ministry of Gender, and Ministry of Health (MoH) specifically the Reproductive Health Directorate (RHD). The iHEARD project is led by CODE with Farm Radio International (FRI) as the Co-lead through funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC). The project is being implemented in Malawi at scale nationally, and intensively in the Central Region, specifically in Dowa, Ntchisi and Lilongwe districts.

The main objective of the iHEARD project is to dismantle barriers to Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) for Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) in Malawi. The project also aims to improve the effectiveness of key stakeholders to advocate gender-responsive policies and services through training, The project places the youth at the center of programming through the Youth Advisory Committee including conducting interactive dialogue sessions involving youth and community structures. Improving the SRHR of AGYW (10-25 years) directly contributes to poverty reduction by improving the ability of AGYW to make informed SRHR decisions about their lives and bodies. Evidence shows that improving the health and rights of AGYW also improves the health and wellbeing of their families, communities, and nation.

3.0 SCOPE OF WORK

These Terms of Reference are intended to guide the recruitment of a qualified consultant, consulting team, or firm to produce an iHEARD video documentary showcasing the successes of the project. The assignment will involve collecting footage from FAWEMA and its beneficiaries in the districts of Lilongwe, Dowa and Ntchisi where the project is being implemented. The consultant will conduct interviews and produce a documentary that highlights the iHEARD story.

3.1 Objectives of the Assignment

The overall objective of this consultancy is to produce media materials including a 5‑minute short video and high‑resolution photographs that can be used across various communication platforms. This will involve travelling to remote locations in Lilongwe Rural, Dowa, and Ntchisi districts to collect the required content.

3.2 Specific Tasks

The consultant will perform the following key tasks:

  • Develop a video script and outline recommended footage in close collaboration with FAWEMA program staff and the communications team.
  • Travel to the field to capture video footage in line with information and guidance provided by FAWEMA and iHEARD implementing partners.
  • Design video components, including animations, graphics, effects, and sound such as 3D renderings particularly those portraying the geographic location of the project and any other required visual elements.
  • Source appropriate English narration (voice-over) for the video, subject to FAWEMA’s final approval.
  • Provide footage in internationally recognized file formats suitable for distribution to partners and donors.
  • Edit the video and include English subtitles for all interviews.
  • Include mandatory logos: CODE, GAC, FAWEMA, and the Government of Malawi.
  • Select and submit at least 30 high-quality photographs showcasing project achievements.

 3.3 Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights

All copyrights arising from the works produced under this consultancy are expressly assigned to FAWEMA. The consultant may not use, reproduce, disseminate, or authorize others to use any part of the work without prior written consent from FAWEMA.

3.4 Ethical Protocol

The consultant must obtain informed consent from respondents and/or the guardians of any children before taking photographs or recording videos. They must also secure permission for the use of images, direct quotes, and case stories in the final video and for any form of public dissemination. All consent must be properly documented and submitted to FAWEMA together with the final deliverables.

3.5 Contract Supervision:

FAWEMA will provide overall supervision of the consultant’s work. The consultant will work closely with the FAWEMA Communications Officer and will be under the overall supervision of the Program Manager.

4.0 DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT AND DUTY STATION:

The assignment shall be completed within 15 working days from the date of signing the contract. Fieldwork including travel to Lilongwe, Dowa and Ntchisi districts, shall be conducted within the first maximum of 6 working days. The remaining days of the assignment will be dedicated to post-production and related tasks, carried out from the consultant’s office.

5.0 ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATION OF CONSULTANTS:

The consultant(s) should have:

  • At least 5 years of professional work experience in producing international quality documentaries; and must have a track record in professional photography and videography evidenced by substantial consultancy experience with a record of providing high-quality, creative, videos/images for clients.
  • Outstanding videography skills.
  • Exceptional photography skills.
  • Excellent photo and video editing skills.
  • Proof that the Consultant has an office, equipment, and required services to produce the video.
  • Experience working in urban and remote rural settings
  • Ability to adhere to deadlines and flexibility.
  • Availability to travel immediately upon signing of contract.
  • The technical proposal including the methods and timeline should be realistic.

 6.0 SUBMISSION

Interested consultants are invited to submit electronic copies of both the Technical and Financial Proposals, along with links of samples of previous work and traceable referees to the following email address:administration@fawema.org.

The Expression of Interest should be addressed to:

       The Executive Director

       FAWEMA

       P.O. Box 30886

       Lilongwe 3

Deadline for submission of Expression of Interest/proposal is 12th April 2026

FAWEMA reserves the right to contact any referees provided by the consultant to verify past performance, capacity, and the quality of similar work previously undertaken.