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UNICEF Country Office is looking to establish a minimum of two and maximum of four long-term agreements with individual professional videographers to provide video productions services (including filming and post-production) on a need’s basis. This will include filming and producing video feature stories that capture the situation of children and women and video content to support UNICEF’s work in the country to advance child rights - captured through coverage of events, field visits to UNICEF supported initiatives and human-interest stories. The video material will be used for UNICEF advocacy and communication purposes and to produce communication and advocacy materials to be used by UNICEF’s internal and external partners including other UN Agencies and across various platforms

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Scope of Work:

Under this Long-Term Agreement (LTA), the consultant will be engaged on a consumption-based basis, according to programme needs. Specific assignments (including scope, timelines, and deliverables) will be shared and confirmed via email for each video mission. The consultant will film UNICEF-supported programmes and activities across North Macedonia, ensuring that all content reflects cultural, gender, and diversity sensitivities in line with UNICEF guidelines, ethical standards, and child safeguarding principles. All video products must be suitable for diverse audiences and have universal appeal.

The consultant will be responsible for the following:

1. Video Production: Film and edit creatively designed video packages of 2–3 minutes, based on pre-defined advocacy priorities; develop content that includes a shot list, script, b-roll, interviews/sound bites, and voice-over as required; and produce short human-interest films that tell stories of change through one or more protagonists from the field.

2. Field Filming: Film at various locations across North Macedonia, including programme sites and events; and capture brief interviews, sound bites, and b-roll footage as per assignment briefs.

3. Editing and Post‑Production: Edit footage into high-quality, engaging, and emotive video products; add graphics where required; and add text animations and subtitle interviews and sound bites in English and local languages (Macedonian and Albanian), as applicable.

4. Audio and Voice‑Over: Source and obtain appropriate, rights-cleared music aligned with the objectives of the video; and record professional-quality voice-overs in English, Macedonian, Albanian, and other languages as required.

5. Coordination and Planning: Attend pre-production briefings and participate in preparatory research and production planning; and work closely and coordinate with UNICEF Communication focal points throughout the assignment.

6. Submission of Materials: Submit final approved video products, including required versions, b-roll, and interviews, in line with guidelines outlined in the relevant annex. First cuts of event coverage videos should be submitted within 12 hours of completion of filming; and final package within 24 hours of UNICEF approval. First cuts of programme visits and first‑person narrative videos should be submitted within 48 hours of completion of filming and final package within 24 hours of UNICEF approval.

Responsibilities of the Consultant:

1. The consultants will use their own equipment (professional camera, sound recording, basic lighting) , software and other accessories that may be required for this task.

2. The consultant is expected to uphold the highest ethical, professional, and confidentiality standards throughout the assignment.

3. Demonstrate sensitivity, respect, and dignity toward all individuals being filmed, with particular attention to children and vulnerable populations.

4. Safeguard child rights at all stages of filming, production, and post-production, in line with UNICEF policies and guidelines.

5. Systematically apply UNICEF’s Imagery Policy, including the eight steps to ethical imagery, and ensure UNICEF core values are reflected in conduct during all field visits and interactions with children, communities, and partners.

6. Ensure that informed consent forms are signed by children and/or their parents or legal guardians, as required under UNICEF guidelines, and submit digital copies of all signed consent forms together with the final deliverables.

7. Maintain full confidentiality in all aspects of the assignment and not share any footage, materials, or information with third parties without prior written authorization from UNICEF.

8. Acknowledge that all footage and outputs produced under the assignment are the exclusive property of UNICEF and may not be reused or distributed independently.

9. Refrain from including personal names, logos, or branding on any final outputs; only UNICEF branding may be used, if required.

10. Demonstrate a client-oriented approach, tact, cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

11. Ensure effective and efficient delivery of services, including adherence to agreed timelines, deadlines, and commitments.

Responsibilities of UNICEF:

• UNICEF will provide briefings and require detailed information pertaining to the activity and the requirements.

• UNICEF will orient the videographer on UNICEF's ethical imagery and branding guidelines, including UNICEF standards for child safeguarding in multimedia, and the brief for each assignment.

• UNICEF shall have first selection rights to all originals produced under the assignment with non-exclusive concomitant worldwide rights in all media in perpetuity

In the attached document you can find UNICEF Video Format Standards  ANNEX 1.docx

Duration of the Long-Term Agreement: Minimum two years, with a possibility for extension for another year.

Minimum Qualifications required*:

- Degree and/or Certificate in film, communications, arts, media, or any related field and/or certificates in video production is an asset.

*Minimum requirements to consider candidates for competitive process.

Years of Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required*:

• Minimum 5 years of professional videographer experience, nationally and/or internationally, including large-scale campaigns.

• Proven experience in documentary filming in development/humanitarian contexts, particularly related to child rights, human rights, and the SDGs.

• Experience video documenting children and vulnerable populations, with the ability to engage sensitively and ethically.

• Proficiency in editing and post‑production, including use of post-production software.

• Ability to conceal the identity of the subject where necessary, while producing effective and strong communications materials.

• Highly responsible sense of journalistic ethics and in-depth understanding of child protection issues in the broadcast/digital environment.

• Owns professional videographer equipment (camera, sound recording, basic lighting) and post-production software.

• Fluency in English and Macedonian or Albanian required.

*Listed requirements will be used for technical evaluation in the competitive process.

Evaluation Criteria

Technical Evaluation Criteria:

1. Relevant educational qualification – (max 5 points)

2. Relevant work experience – min five years’ experience (nationally and/or internationally) (10 points)

3. Three (3) reference letters that outline experience video documenting children and vulnerable populations, with the ability to engage sensitively and ethically (20 points)

4. Minimum four Work Samples– Include portfolio and published videos with at least one focused on feature story on topics related to children (eg. family, education, health etc.) and one of public event video (30 points)

5. Confirmation of owing professional videographer equipment and software indicated in cover letter (10 points)

 Qualifying score in technical evaluation is 60 out of 75 points.

B) Financial Proposal - maximum of 25 Points

In order to apply, please submit:

1. Most recent CV

2. Cover letter, should include confirmation of owing professional videographer equipment and software indicated.

3. Experience video documenting children and vulnerable populations, with the ability to engage sensitively and ethically – as outlined in 3 reference letters

4. Minimum four Work Samples– Include portfolio and published videos with at least one focused on feature story on topics related to children (eg. family, education, health etc.) and one of public event video

5. Financial Proposal in Macedonian Denar. Please use the following form to prepare the financial proposal:  FINANCIAL PROPOSAL.docx

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

[add the 8^th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role]. 

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either a role with direct contact with children, a role that works directly with identifiable children’s data, a safeguarding response role, or an assessed risk role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) apply.

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

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Remarks:  

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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