IC: Documentary Preparation
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Project background
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) was established as an international intergovernmental organization in 2012 at the Rio+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development to help its member countries and partners transition to low-carbon, climate resilient, inclusive, and green growth economic models. GGGI is dedicated to supporting the creation and diffusion of the model of economic growth known as โgreen growthโ. The green growth model integrates economic growth, environmental sustainability, poverty reduction and social inclusion.
The engagement of the GGGI in Ethiopia started in 2010 by supporting the Government of Ethiopia in developing its CRGE Strategy and advising on the implementation and integration of its concepts and objectives into the Countryโs Development Plans. GGGI has supported the implementation of the CRGE Strategy through deployment of Senior Advisors funded by GGGI at key CRGE sector ministries (MoF, MoP, MoA, EDRI, MoWE). GGGI has significantly contributed to the establishment and operationalization of the CRGE Facility and the successful mobilization of climate finance from GCF and AF. GGGI closely works with Ethiopian Institutions in the development of the Updated NDC, LT-LEDS, National Adaptation Programme (NAP), National MRV Framework, and development of sector specific Climate Resilient Strategy documentaries. Furthermore, it has led the technical team, which oversaw the CRGE Implementation progress review work for the period 2011-2019[1].
The ongoing GGGI Ethiopia Country Planning Framework (2023-2027) is well aligned to the GoE climate change strategies and has strong relevance to the FCDOโs priorities. Some of the key targets of the Government of Ethiopia (GoEโs) planning framework include:
Assist the government to mobilize USD >150 million for climate change actions. Assist MOFโs accreditation upgrading to GCF from 50 to 250 million category. Create over 7,000 green jobs, benefit 80,000 people from improved climate adaptation. Restore and sustainably manage 20,000 ha of agricultural and 30,000 ha of forest landscapes. Mainstreaming gender equality and equity actions plans. Create modalities for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) awareness for green finance access.1.1 Introduction
FP058, titled โResponding to the Increasing Risk of Drought: Building Gender-Responsive Resilience of the Most Vulnerable Communitiesโ, was the first Green Climate Fund (GCF)-funded project in Ethiopia implemented by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) as a Direct Access Entity. This flagship initiative aimed to strengthen climate resilience in drought-prone areas by empowering vulnerable communities, with a strong emphasis on gender responsiveness and sustainable adaptation strategies. Key interventions included introducing solar-powered water pumping and small-scale irrigation systems, rehabilitating degraded lands around water sources, and strengthening community capacities and awareness on drought adaptation. The project, supported by a GCF grant of approximately USD 45 million, directly benefited hundreds of thousands of people (over half of whom were women) across several regions of Ethiopia, notably in both highland farming communities and lowland pastoral areas. Its successful implementation has yielded rich lessons, success stories, and best practices in climate-resilient development.
With the project now completed, the Government of Ethiopia (through MoF) aims to capture and disseminate these achievements and insights to a broad audience. In alignment with GCF and MoF knowledge management and communication objectives, MoF seeks to engage an individual consultant to develop a high-quality documentary film and accompanying publication materials that showcase FP058โs impact, success stories, and lessons learned. These communication products will serve to inform the general public, inspire stakeholders, and guide future climate finance projects by highlighting best practices from FP058.
Objectives of the assignment
The primary objective of this assignment is to produce a professional video documentary and a suite of publication-ready materials that effectively communicate the FP058 projectโs outcomes, lessons learned, success stories, and best practices. The documentary and publications should be engaging and informative, tailored to both the general public and government stakeholders. By the end of the assignment, the consultant will have delivered a compelling documentary film (highlighting human-interest stories and project impacts) along with written and visual materials (such as case studies, photo essays, and briefs) that can be widely disseminated. These outputs should align with GCF and MoF standards for accuracy, quality, and messaging, thereby supporting Ethiopiaโs climate change communication and knowledge sharing efforts.
1.2 Scope of Work
The consultant will undertake, but not necessarily be limited to, the following tasks and activities:
Inception and Planning: Conduct an inception meeting with MoF (and relevant partners) to clarify the assignment scope, timeline, and expectations. Review all pertinent project documents and background materials on FP058, including project reports, impact assessments, and any prior communication pieces. On the basis of this review, develop a detailed work plan and outline for the documentary and publications. This should include a storyline concept, key messages to highlight, a list of potential interviewees (beneficiaries, stakeholders, project implementers at national and local levels), and a sampling framework for field visits. The consultant will prepare an Inception Report capturing the proposed methodology, content outline (storyboard or script framework for the documentary, and themes for written materials), logistics, and a schedule of activities. Field Visits and Data Collection: Conduct comprehensive field missions to selected regions and a minimum of five woredas, to be identified in consultation with the CRGE Facility team, where FP058 was implemented. Using an agreed-upon representative sampling approach, collect on-the-ground content that will form the foundation of the documentary and accompanying publications. This includes: Interviews: Conduct in-depth interviews with a wide range of stakeholders, beneficiaries (community members, farmers, women participants who benefited from solar irrigation or other interventions), local and regional officials, project staff/implementers, and any other key informants. Capture personal success stories and testimonies that illustrate the projectโs impact on livelihoods, water access, agricultural productivity, gender empowerment, and resilience to drought. Videography and Photography: Film high-quality video footage of project sites and activities (e.g. solar water pumping systems in operation, rehabilitated land areas, community gatherings or trainings) and record the interview sessions. Take photographs that vividly portray the projectโs activities and outcomes, as well as before-and-after comparisons if available. Ensure all visual content is compelling and respectful, and obtain consent from subjects as needed. Observation and Story Gathering: Document observable changes and community feedback during site visits; for instance, improved water availability, crop yields, or other socio-economic benefits arising from the project. Identify best practices and lessons (technical, social, institutional) as described by stakeholders. Field visits should be conducted in coordination with local authorities and project partners to facilitate access and community engagement. Documentary Film Production: Craft a narrative script or storyline for a documentary of professional broadcast quality (the exact length to be agreed, e.g. 15-30 minutes). Edit the video footage to produce a cohesive documentary that highlights the most impactful stories and results from the project. This should include appropriate narration (voice-over) in English with Amahric subtitle), interviews (with translations or subtitles if interviewees speak local languages), background music and graphics/titles as appropriate. The documentary should be engaging and accessible to general audiences while conveying key messages for policymakers (e.g. demonstrating how GCF resources were utilized effectively and the projectโs contribution to Ethiopiaโs climate resilience goals). Written Publication Materials: Prepare a set of high-quality written and visual materials for publication, which may include: Case Studies: At least two or three case study stories that dive deeper into particular success stories or lessons from the project. Each case study could focus on a different aspect, for example, one might profile a female community member who, through the project, improved her householdโs livelihood and became more resilient to drought; another might highlight how a local institution (e.g. a water user association or a regional bureau) adopted a best practice due to the project. Photo Essay: A photo-rich narrative that illustrates the projectโs journey and impacts, using selected high-resolution photographs with descriptive captions to tell a story (suitable for web or print publication). Briefs/Fact Sheets: One or more concise briefing documents or fact sheets summarizing the projectโs results, lessons learned, and recommendations. These should be geared towards policymakers and stakeholders, highlighting key data and messages in an accessible format (including infographics or summary tables if appropriate). Ensure that all written materials are edited to a publication-ready standard (clear, coherent, and free of errors) and follow any GCF/MoF branding or style guidelines (e.g. use of logos, acknowledgments, and disclaimer statements as required). Photographs should be properly captioned and credited. All content should effectively convey the best practices and lessons (what worked well, challenges overcome, and recommendations for future projects) in addition to showcasing individual successes. Content Development (Documentary & Publications): Based on the field findings and collected media, develop the content for the documentary and publications: Review and Validation: Present the draft documentary and draft publication materials to MoF and key stakeholders for feedback. This may involve an internal review meeting or workshop where the consultant screens the draft film and shares drafts of the written materials. Collect and document all feedback and suggestions. Ensure that any factual corrections, messaging adjustments, or additional content needs identified by the reviewers are addressed. The consultant should also verify that all content is accurate and in line with GCF/MoF messaging (for example, using correct figures, acknowledging funding appropriately, and highlighting relevant government priorities such as Ethiopiaโs climate strategies). Finalization of Outputs: Incorporate the feedback to produce the final documentary and final publication materials. The final documentary film should be delivered in the required formats (e.g. high-resolution video file in common format such as MP4, as well as a version suitable for online streaming). It should include subtitles for accessibility. The publication materials should be finalized in design/layout suitable for dissemination: for instance, formatted in PDF with appropriate branding, and ready for printing or electronic distribution. All outputs must be of high professional quality, suitable for public release and for use by the Government of Ethiopia and GCF in communication efforts. The consultant will submit all final materials to MoF for approval. Handover and Completion Reporting: Prepare a brief Completion Report at the end of the assignment. This report should summarize the activities carried out, the outputs produced, and any reflections on the process (including any constraints faced and how they were resolved). It may also include recommendations for further dissemination or how the lessons from FP058 could be communicated in the future. The consultant will hand over all raw materials and documentation to MoF- including raw video footage, photographs, audio recordings of interviews, transcripts/notes, and edited source files for the video โ ensuring that MoF has full ownership of the content for future use. A final de-briefing session will be conducted by the consultant to present the completed work and ensure MoF and relevant stakeholders are satisfied with the outputs.Deliverables and Payment schedule
The consultant is expected to deliver the following outputs over the course of 100 working days between March 2026 and July 2026. The timeframe for each deliverable is indicative:
Deliverable
Indicative Working Days
1. Inception Report
10 days
2. Field Mission Report and Collected Content
30 days
3. Draft Documentary & Publications
40 days
4. Final Documentary & Publication Materials
15 days
5. Completion Report & Handover
5 days
Total
100 days
1.1 Payment Milestones
Payments will be linked to the successful completion and approval of the deliverables, as per the following schedule. All payments will be made upon certification by MoF (specifically the CRGE Facility or the designated supervising unit at MoF) that the deliverable has been completed satisfactorily. The total contract amount will be paid in tranches as follows:
Deliverable (Milestone)
Percentage of Total Fee
Inception Report approved
10%
Field Mission Report submitted (field work completed)
20%
Draft Documentary and Publications delivered
30%
Final Documentary and Publication Materials approved
30%
Completion Report submitted and all outputs accepted
10%
1.2 Reporting
The consultant will report directly to the Head of the CRGE Facility or an assigned or assigned project coordinator within MoF who oversees GCF projects. For day-to-day matters, the consultant will liaise closely with the designated focal person (or team) in MoF responsible for communications and knowledge management of climate projects.
All plans, progress reports, and deliverables produced by the consultant will be subject to review by MoF. The consultant is expected to work in close coordination with MoFโs relevant departments and any partner organizations involved in FP058. This includes collaboration with the projectโs executing entities and regional bureaus that were part of FP058 implementation, to facilitate field visits and stakeholder engagement. MoF will convene regular progress check-in meetings either in-person or virtually, during which the consultant will present updates on work accomplished, upcoming activities, and any challenges encountered.
The consultant must promptly inform the MoF focal point of any issues or risks that could jeopardize timely completion of the assignment, such as difficulties in field access or schedule delays, so that joint solutions can be found. All key decisions regarding content (e.g. selection of stories, approval of messaging) will be made in consultation with MoF and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment with government and GCF communication standards. The consultant should incorporate feedback from MoF at each stage and obtain clearance on the final products before public release.
Expertise required
Applicants for this individual consultancy should possess the following qualifications and experience:
An advanced university degree (Masterโs or higher) in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Development Studies, or a related field. Specialized training or certification in documentary filmmaking, multimedia production, or development communication would be an advantage. A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant professional experience in media production, communications or knowledge management, particularly in developing documentary films and written communications for development or humanitarian projects. Demonstrated experience producing high-quality video documentaries (from concept development to filming, editing, and post-production) is required. Experience in producing communication materials in the context of climate change, rural development, or resilience projects will be a strong asset. Proven storytelling skills with the ability to distill complex project results into engaging human-interest stories. Excellent writing and editorial skills are essential, with a track record of authoring or developing publications such as case studies, success stories, articles or reports for a broad audience. The candidate should be able to tailor messages to different audiences, maintaining clarity and impact. Proficiency in videography and video editing. The consultant should be adept with relevant video production tools/software and capable of producing broadcast-quality content. Skills in photography and photo editing are also important. Ability to integrate graphics, subtitles, voice-over and music into video content is required. Additionally, the consultant should be familiar with desktop publishing or graphic design tools to layout written materials (or be able to coordinate with a designer for polished outputs). Familiarity with climate change adaptation, water management, or agricultural resilience topics is highly desirable, to ensure accurate portrayal of the project context. Prior experience working with or for international development organizations and government institutions on communications assignments is an advantage. Knowledge of GCF branding and communications guidelines, or experience documenting GCF-funded projects, will be considered favorably. Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory, with the ability to produce well-written narrative texts in English. Working knowledge of Amharic or other local languages is a strong asset, as it would facilitate direct communication during field interviews and ensure accurate interpretation of local context. The consultant must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to conduct interviews with community members in a respectful and effective manner, and to liaise with government officials and stakeholders professionally. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. The consultant should be culturally sensitive and able to build rapport with diverse stakeholders- from rural community members to senior government officials. Experience working in Ethiopia or the Horn of Africa region, particularly conducting field work in rural settings, will be beneficial. The candidate should demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving ability to adjust plans as needed (for example, adapting to field conditions or unexpected changes during filming).1.3 Logistical Support
The Ministry of Finance will facilitate the consultantโs work by providing necessary logistical support to ensure successful completion of the assignment. This will include:
MoF will provide the consultant with relevant project documents, reports, contact information and background materials related to FP058. Introductory letters or credentials can be provided to authenticate the consultantโs assignment when dealing with regional and local authorities. MoF (through the CRGE Facility or the FP058 project team) will help introduce the consultant to key stakeholders and focal persons in the project regions. This includes assisting in scheduling interviews with beneficiaries, local officials, and project staff, as well as organizing meetings or focus group discussions as required. For approved field missions outside of Addis Ababa, MoF will support the logistics. This may involve facilitating transport arrangements to project sites (vehicle access, drivers) and coordination with regional bureaus for site visits. If needed, MoF can also provide a liaison or guide familiar with the local areas to accompany the consultant during field work. Any official travel by the consultant will be in line with GGGIโs travel policies. Per diem, accommodation, and travel costs incurred for field visits will be covered or reimbursed by GGGI, in accordance with the agreed contract and upon prior approval of travel plans. When in Addis Ababa or on-site at MoF, the consultant may be provided temporary working space and internet access (subject to availability) to enable coordination and work alongside the MoF team. The consultant is expected to use their own personal equipment for the assignment (such as camera, laptop, editing software), unless otherwise agreed.1.4 Confidentiality and Proprietary Interests
The consultant is obliged to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality throughout the assignment. Any information, data, audio/video recordings, or documentation gathered in relation to this project must be used solely for the purpose of completing the tasks under this Terms of Reference. The consultant shall not disclose any confidential or proprietary information obtained in the course of the assignment to any unauthorized person or entity, either during the contract period or after its completion, without the explicit written consent of the Ministry of Finance.
All materials produced under this consultancy, including raw footage, photographs, interviews, draft and final versions of the documentary, written case studies, reports, and any other outputs, will become the property of the Ministry of Finance of Ethiopia (and, where applicable, the GCF or project partners). The consultant has no rights to publish, reproduce, or otherwise use the content from this assignment for personal or commercial purposes outside of this contract. Any public communication or publication by the consultant regarding the project (even after the assignment) will require prior approval from MoF. The consultant must also handle any sensitive personal stories or images collected with due ethics and obtain necessary permissions for use of individualsโ likenesses in the documentary and publications.
1.5 Evaluation Criteria
This consultancy will be awarded through a competitive selection of an individual consultant. Upon advertisement of the procurement notice, interested candidates are expected to submit both a Technical Proposal and a Financial Proposal as part of their application. The selection will follow the Individual Consultant cumulative analysis method. This means that the award decision will be based on a combined evaluation of the technical and financial proposals. The technical proposal will be evaluated on its merit (qualifications, relevant experience, methodology, etc.). The financial proposal will be evaluated separately. For the final ranking, a weighted scoring method will be applied: the technical score will carry a weight of 70%, and the financial score a weight of 30%. The consultant achieving the highest combined weighted score (while also being technically responsive/compliant) will be considered for contract award. Technical proposals should detail the consultantโs relevant experience, approach to the assignment, and any additional value-added insights. Financial proposals should be quoted in USD and inclusive of all costs. Only candidates scoring above the minimum technical score will be considered for financial evaluation.
Administrative information
Interested consultants shall submit following documentations:
Request for an additional document to be submitted for application in addition to the cover letter, and CV Selection method/process Timeline of selectionThe following text should be added for all TORs.
Date to close is Korean Standard Time (KST). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered Application. Cover Letter, and CV must be sent in English. A consortium, or a firm may not be engaged for the individual consultant assignment.
Child protection โ GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGIโs Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.