FHI 360 MADANI Project Consultant as Videographer

Consultant as Videographer to the FHI 360 MADANI Civil Society Support Initiative

Background :

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for an external consultant provide services as a videographer for the 5-year USAID-funded MADANI Civil Society Strengthening Project in Indonesia.  MADANI strengthens local government accountability and communal tolerance in Indonesia by improving and sustaining local civil society’s capacity, legitimacy and sustainability. MADANI works in 32 districts in the provinces of Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, West Kalimantan, and South Sulawesi. Our vision is to leave Indonesia a better functioning, more tolerant, and more resilient democracy, demonstrated by strengthened local democratic practices, improved district and village government performance and responsiveness, better accountability of frontline service delivery, and more effective and inclusive mechanisms for community-level participation and transparency

Scope of Work

MADANI is presently seeking an external consultant to provide services as a videographer for creating various videos for MADANI. The consultant will on-demand provide the following services:



·       Work with the Communication Specialist to execute a variety of videography assignments, including record important events on-location, studio, interview, finalizing script writing, editing or event shoots;

·       Create, compile, edit and produce footage for videos based on MADANI needs and briefs;

·       Participate in the design and production of MADANI promotion and assists with production coordination, background design and other media related projects;

·       Work together with FHI 360’s graphic designer in providing animation for videos or social media content;

·       Maintains quality control and a consistent look, feel throughout production of video assignments;

·       Edits and assembles final visual/audio program material for release;

·       Ensure the technical quality of the finished product to ensure compliance, consistency, and desired outcome for USAID;

·       Consultant should use his/her own video production equipment and test all equipment to determine technical quality of recording, audio and lighting prior to production; and

The consultant will coordinate monthly with the MADANI Communication Specialist on the tasks outlined above and will agree on changes to them as needed within the set scope, period of performance and agreed upon level of effort for this consultancy. All deliverable deadlines will be determined and communicated in a timely manner by the Communication Specialist

Location of Work

Jakarta, with possible travel to MADANI districts to cover important events

Level of effort:  

The consultant will work up to 30 days for one year, starting September 1, 2020.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·       Bachelor's degree in film studies, design, cinematography, or related field

·       At least 5 years documented working experience as a videographer and/or editor:

·       Proficient with operating camera and solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Lightworks, Premiere, After Effects and Final Cut, Adobe Cut Pro)

·       Demonstrable video shooting & editing ability with strong portfolio

·       Familiarity with special effects, 3D animation, and compositing

·       Flexible, creative mind and storytelling skills

·       Always up to date with the video trends

·       Knowledge of field production techniques and standards

·       Skill in visualizing and shooting concepts effectively

How to Apply :

Applications are due no later than 23:59 EST on August 14, 2020. Required documentation listed below must be e-mailed in English and submitted to Procurement-Madani@fhi360.org. Please title the email: “MADANI Videographer” submitting the following forms

·       Cover email with proposed daily rate and 3 referees

·       Detailed CV

·       An example of a published original communication piece written by the applicant

 Only those selected for interview will be contacted.