Contract duration: 4 days

Purpose of Consultancy

UNFPA Media & Communications Branch is seeking the services (through RO/CO focal points) of a professional photographer to assist the organisation in documenting the women identified to be featured in the UNFPA flagship publication the State of World Population Report 2019.
Final products will be published in the 2019 report, both print and digital versions, and are intended to be used for promotional purposes through social media.

Scope of Work

• To collect images of the candidate.
• Capture up to 20 high-resolution images (a mix of horizontal and vertical). Preferred photos with some context, rather than portraits.
• The photos should show the woman at work, in her home, at the markets, in the street -- doing something. 
• Photographer/videographer must obtain permission from subject. This can be written or recorded.
• Ensure to include captions for all the photos.

Condition of Work

• The Consultant will be required to travel to the location of the women being featured in the report.
• UNFPA will cover travel-related costs to the location, such as road travel a daily subsistence allowance at UN rate (to cover housing, food and other daily expenses during the field mission).
• The Consultant is expected to use his/her own camera and other necessary equipment.

Deliverables

Final products to be submitted no later than 31 January 2019.

Qualification and Expertise

The successful candidate is required to meet the following criteria: 

• University degree or diploma in photography or related fields from a recognized institution.
• Should possess at least 5 years of photography experience.
• Strong theoretical and practical background in photography, including possession and ability to use the most current version of HD cameras, lighting, and other supporting equipments and editing programmes. 
• Proven experience in production for similar projects, including subject and light management, as well editing using the latest software. 
• Good understanding of new and evolving technologies and digital platforms. The Consultant should demonstrate a track record of having successfully undertaken similar projects (share links to samples of documentaries produced).
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently.
• The Consultant should have the capacity and deliver within the specified timeframe.
• Experience working with UN projects and initiatives will be an asset.

Duration of the Consultancy

The duration of the consultancy will be 4 days, including preparation, days of travel to the field, as well as editorial time. In consultation with the UNFPA Focal Point, the Consultant will generate a schedule specifying the implementation of the documentation and editorial process until delivery of the final product.

Terms and Conditions of Payment

The Photographer will be paid in a lump sum within 30 days after having satisfactorily completed the shoot and submitted content to UNFPA Headquarter.

Other relevant information or special conditions:

• All photos (when available) will be turned over to UNFPA.
• The Consultant will insure that all participants have signed a consent form or provided verbal consent, recorded on a smart phone or video camera; no participant will be compensated for participation in the videos/photos.  
• The Consultant agree to conduct themselves with beneficiaries according to UN ethical guidelines.

How to Apply:

• Deadline for applications: Friday, January 25th 2019, 5 PM Kampala time.
• Interested applicants should first register on the UNFPA Consultancy Roster and apply to the “job post” called UNFPA Consultant Roster. After registering on the Roster, Click ‘Apply Now’. In case you have applied for UNFPA eRecruitment Jobs before, directly click ‘Apply Now’. 
• After application, kindly send a confirmation email to komugisha@unfpa.org 
• UNFPA reports – If the applicant has worked for UNFPA in the past, he/she may submit their most recent assessment, consultancy report or other document to illustrate his/work.  The document may be copy-pasted it into this space.  This space is limited so please take note of the sizes of the work.
• UNFPA will only respond to those applicants in whom the Country Office has further interest.

Disclaimer:

• UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
• UNFPA is committed to maintain balanced gender distribution of the positions and therefore encourage women to apply. 
• There are NO application processing or other fees at any stage of UNFPA application processes.