INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) Professional Videography and Photography Services – SAfA Ethiopia Project (Amhara & Oromia Regions)

Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung (HRNS) Ethiopia

HRNS Ethiopia is seeking qualified professional videographers and photographers to document project activities for the SAfA Ethiopia Project (Stiftungsallianz für Afrika). This assignment focuses on capturing the impact of youth livelihoods and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) interventions across the Amhara and Oromia regions.


1. Assignment Overview & Objectives

The goal is to produce high-quality visual stories that showcase project achievements, partner synergies, and lessons learned.

  • Capture: New, high-quality field footage and photos.

  • Produce: Professionally edited videos integrating new footage with existing partner B-roll.

  • Demonstrate: Clear evidence of project results and impact on over 70,000 youth.


2. Scope of Work: Regional Comparison

The assignment covers specific zones and woredas with varying deliverable requirements:

Item Amhara Region Oromia Region
Locations North & West Gojjam (Jabitehnan & Semen Mecha) Bunno Bedele (Bedele & Gechi)
Short Video 1 video (~5 min) on project impact 1 video (~5 min) on impact & synergy
Documentary Not required 1 video (10–15 min) on implementation
Photographs 70+ edited high-quality shots 70+ edited high-quality shots
Language Fluent Amharic Fluent Amharic & Afaan Oromo
Output Format Full HD, English Subtitles, H.264 Full HD, English Subtitles, H.264

3. Technical Requirements

  • Photography: Minimum 300 dpi; 2400×3000 px resolution; JPEG (edited) and RAW (archives).

  • Videography: New footage must be shot in 4K (24/30fps).

  • Audio/Editing: Clean external audio, professional color grading, and motion graphics.

  • Ethics: Maintain subject dignity; “eye-level” perspectives; strict adherence to safety and child labor policies (e.g., no children in income-generating activities).


4. Logistics & Deliverables

  • Consultant Responsibility: Provide all professional-grade equipment, transport, and accommodation.

  • HRNS Support: Provide travel itineraries, archival B-roll, and field assistance for subject identification/talent releases.

  • Final Handover: All raw photo/video files, edited products, and signed release forms.


5. Submission Requirements

Interested consultants must submit a Technical Proposal and a Financial Proposal in two separate sealed envelopes.

Required Documentation:

  • Technical: Methodology, work plan, CVs of key personnel, and a portfolio (links to relevant work).

  • Financial: Detailed budget (fees, travel, accommodation).

  • Compliance: Consultant profile, equipment list, and copies of renewed professional licenses/business registration.


6. Evaluation & Timeline

Proposals will be weighted based on:

  1. Portfolio & Experience (60%)

  2. Contextual Understanding (10%)

  3. Price Quotation (30%)

Application Deadline: April 21, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.

Submission Address:

HRNS-Ethiopia Country Office

Bole Sub City, Woreda 06, House Number 289/12

Gurd Shola (near Ethio Ceramic Building), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Inquiries:

  • Phone: 0994012847 / 0946753594

  • Email: ethiopia@hrnstiftung.org

To apply for this job email your details to ethiopia@hrnstiftung.org


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