TERMS OF REFERENCE

The Somalia Joint Response (SOMJR) 2024-2026 consortium comprises 14 organizations: the international NGOs Oxfam, Medair, World Vision, and SOS Children’s Villages, alongside the local partners SSWC, Zamzam Foundation, DAWA, SAACID, GREDO, PASOS, KAALO, SADO, Taakulo, and the Nexus Consortium.

Its strategy is centered on the Protracted Crisis Joint Response (PCJR) model for multi-year resilience-building and multi-sectoral action. The response targets specific regions including Bay, Hiran, Middle Shabelle, Gedo, and Somaliland, focusing on areas prone to drought, flood, disease outbreak, and conflict. Consortium members deliver integrated programming that combines emergency aid with community-based resilience-building.

OVERVIEW

Title and brief description of the assignment

Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI): The DRA Somalia Joint Response (SOMJR) 2024-2026 Video and Content Collection/Documentation

Assignment location

Somalia

Contract start date

15 March 2026 (Tentative)

1.    PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

The company/ individual(s) should have the following competencies:

·         A minimum of 5 years of experience producing high-quality video, photographic, and written content for major international NGOs, UN agencies, or similar organizations.

·         Demonstrable expertise in producing compelling, narrative-driven short documentaries (5-7 minutes) that highlight impact and human stories, not just activities.

·         Mastery in producing a full package of outputs, including:

o    High-definition videography and editing.

o    Professional photography (delivering in high-resolution format).

o    Scriptwriting and drafting powerful, evidence-based success stories.

o    Creating optimized content for social media platforms.

·         In-depth knowledge of the Somali context, including its cultural norms, security dynamics, and logistical challenges. Experience working in complex and fragile environments is non-negotiable.

·         The core production team must include members who are fluent in Somali and English to ensure accurate communication, ethical consent processes, and authentic representation.

·         Proven experience in using participatory techniques that allow communities to tell their own stories, moving beyond stereotypical narratives of helplessness to those of resilience and strength.

·         Evidence of ability to work seamlessly with a consortium of partners, incorporate feedback, and align content with pre-defined communication strategies and branding guidelines.

Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, logistical hurdles, and the challenging operating

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit with the following documents:

1)    A technical proposal with a detailed response to the TOR, with a specific focus on the scope of work, methodology, and timelines.

2)    Initial work plan and an indication of availability.

3)    A financial proposal detailing the daily rate expected including accommodation, transportation, stationery, taxes arising from the consultancy service (6% tax for National consultant and 12 % tax for international consultants), and all other costs related to this assignment. (Operational and consultancy fees).

4)    Curriculum Vitae(s) (CV) of the proposed consultant(s), proving relevant experience and/or qualifications. If multiple people are involved, an outline of roles/responsibilities also needs to be included.

5)    Evidence of conducting previous similar work by providing minimum two signed contracts/purchase orders (preferably from UN agencies and INGOs).

6)    Two relevant references (minimum) for previous comparable assignments.

7)    Proof of registration: The bidders also must include a copy of their registration at the relevant authority.

Application deadline

28 Feb 2026

Quotations and applications must reach Oxfam no later than 28 February 2026.

Submission instructions

·         Responses must be submitted electronically to: [email protected]

·         The subject of the mail should be EOI: DRA SOMJR 2024–2026 Video & Content Documentation.

·         All attached documents should be clearly labelled so it is clear to understand what each file relates to.