Jobs at FilmAid

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Description and scope of work:
This Project Documentation seeks to bring top-of-mind awareness to the work implemented by the different PROSPECTS partners in Kakuma Refugee Camp, the Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, and the Dadaab Refugee Complex, in order to document their activities - stories for impact visibility, attained through PROSPECTS’ execution to donors, operational and implementing partners in the refugee operation, in-country national audience, and displacement affected communities globally.

Deliverables of the project:

• A script, work plan, and a storyboard for the video based on inputs from the FilmAid Kenya Communications team and provided audiovisual resources.
• At least two draft edits for input and one final version of the project video.
• Final video optimized for web format (15-20 minutes)
• At least two video cutdowns ( 5-10 minutes)
• Support provided by FilmAid Kenya:
• FilmAid Kenya will regularly communicate with the Consultant, provide feedback and guidance and the necessary support to achieve the objectives of the work, and remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work.
• FilmAid Kenya will provide the Consultant with:
• Project information (reports, existing audio vidual resources, human stories, PROSPECTS-branded pictures);
• Branding and other PROSPECTS Project communication guidelines;
• Suggestions on the most suitable stories to aid in script development.
• Performance Period and Station:
• This is a performance-based assignment, and the final approved deliverables are expected on or before the 20th of June 2022. Precise timelines will be developed after discussion with the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm. Sufficient time will be allocated to ensure content is relevant and brings about the desired results. The Consultancy will be remote-based.

Role Summary:

• Under the overall guidance and supervision of the FilmAid Kenya Communications team, the selected Consultant / Consultancy Firm will be responsible for the following:
• Creation of the general concept of the video; Development of the detailed scenarios of the video and coordination and approval of the scenarios with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team.
• Ensuring timely delivery of all end products by providing a schedule/work/production plan.
• Collect existing audiovisual elements (videos, photos, audio, infographics) from Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team to use to edit the project.
• Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by Film Aid Kenya’s Communications team and produce a professional quality package of broadcast quality.
• Record and edit narration/voice-over where needed under the guidance of the relevant FilmAid Kenya focal person.
• Embed subtitles in the video as per need; Audio balance the final product and convert it into formats for use on TV, radio, web, and provide feedback on edit resources.
• Liaising with the FilmAid Kenya Communications team on production schedules, end product formats, and materials access.
• Creation of teasers, trailers, cutdowns, and other promotional vignettes of the film for use on social media and other digital distribution channels.
• Ensure the film is completed efficiently and on schedule; determine and manage priorities.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of post-production processes, workflows, and best practices, including scheduling and final deliverables.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in assembling ready audiovisual resources to create a story-worthy film using various editing/post-production formats.
• Top-notch organizational skills, ability to take direction and give orders as needed.
• Work independently and with teams, able to decipher problems and create solutions.
• Experience covering social, humanitarian, and development subjects will be an asset.
• Adept at determining priorities and hitting deadlines; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver, with the ability to overcome technical challenges as necessary.

before the 19th of April 2022 by 5:00 pm EAT

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Job Function:

To support the Implementation of community outreach work in accordance to trusted social change communication methods.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead field implementation of all outreach activities using mobile cinema, theatre, bulk SMS broadcasts and radio and in a refugee camp.
• Design, maintain and implement detailed work plans to ensure all outreach activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Implement participatory approaches that ensure community consultation and feedback that will inform about community trends and validate program response.
• Develop the capacity of outreach teams to deliver long-term Social Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) strategies for social change.
• Understand and promote the use of traditional forms of communication preferred by different communities in the refugee programme to promote contractive dialogue on health, rights and protection.
• Write internal progress reports, donor reports and participate in proposal development.
• Lead and or participate in the design of SBCC materials (video, video facilitation guides and handbooks, posters, fliers, fact sheets).
• Work closely with the camp team leaders and other relevant program outreach staff in discussing various issues of concern and also identifying approaches to addressing these problems within the communities.
• Support the program and production staff to select actors, interviewees, and locations, and organize with the community stakeholders for films to be produced within the target locations. They program are expected to work in a participatory manner to ensure timely and efficient execution of the program.
• Together with the Senior Programmes Officer/Outreach Team leader, organize for advisory meetings at the community level to ensure that final video products are pre-viewed, accepted and approved by both the messaging and advisory committees.
• Supervise the camp based outreach staff and work closely with the monitoring and evaluation assistants in keeping accurate statistics of Film based trainings, awareness campaigns, mobile screenings and other outreach activities as prescribed in work plans.
• Take part in monthly BVA meetings with the Senior Programmes Officer as needed for activity progress and monitoring purposes
• Drafting and translation of Education messages for bulk SMS system distribution
• Provide technical leadership in FilmAid’s curriculum related material dissemination, implementation, monitoring and tracking of learning outcomes
• Represent FilmAid in key technical coordination meetings with partners in refugee camps and report back
• Extend technical support, where needed, to teachers – Kenyans and refugee teachers –on implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), instructional materials, methodologies and evaluation of instruction
• Co-ordinate and facilitate the organization and implementation of activities in schools in line with the Ministry of Education (MoE)
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Senior Programmes Officer

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Community development, Humanitarian/Development work, Programme /Project Management, Communications, Social Sciences or relevant related field
• 3-4 years of experience with a local or international NGO in similar capacity
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Articulate in command of English language (written & spoken)
• Self-organization and planning skill
• Good communication skills
• Good coordination and planning skills
• Very good English writing and speaking skills
• A proper understanding of humanitarian principles
• Good supervision skills
• Good interpersonal skills & people management skills
• Good report writing skills
• Planning and execution of laid down plans
• Sufficient understanding of population of interest
• Conflict management and communication skills
• Ability to develop and make presentations
• Good understanding of M&E
• Good understanding of security procedures
• Attention to detail
• Basic photography skills

before 10th April 2022 , 5pm EAT