Call for Consultancy Terms of Reference (ToR) Production of Animated Videos on Mines and Minerals Bill
Consultancy, Research Jobs
Job Description
1. Background
A premier public interest environmental law organisation based in Zimbabwe that promotes environmental justice, democracy and good governance, and the sustainable and equitable use of natural resources has produced an analysis of the Mines and Minerals Bill. The organisation intends to broaden public understanding of the proposed Bill and enable meaningful citizen engagement in the law reform process. To achieve wider reach and effective communication with diverse stakeholders including communities, CSOs, media, policymakers, and the general public, the organisation seeks to use animated videos. We therefore invite a consultant with experience in producing visually captivating and appealing content on complex legal issues. The scope of work include developing a scripts based on different themes of the Bill and production of short animated videos. The animated videos should be clear, accurate, and accessible to non-technical audiences, using simple language, strong storytelling, and visuals that resonate with community realities.
2. Main Objective of the Consultancy
The key objective of this consultancy is to translate technical research outputs into accessible public communication products especially animated videos and simplified materials. These strengthen citizen awareness, encourage participation, and support advocacy for rights-based, transparent, and accountable natural resource governance.
Duties and Responsibilities
3. Scope of Work and Specific Terms of Reference
The consultant working with the project officer will simplify the existing technical analysis for non-technical audiences and convert it into content suitable for animation and public engagement. This includes:
(i) Reviewing existing analysis of the Mines and Minerals Bill and extracting key public-interest issues.
(ii) Translating complex legal/policy provisions into simple, accurate messages that explain what is changing, why it matters, and what citizens should look out for.
(iii) Developing clear storylines and communication themes to guide the animated videos and related outreach content.
(iv) Development and Production of Animated Videos
The consultant will develop and produce animated videos based on the simplified content. The videos should:
(i) Communicate key issues in the Mines and Minerals Bill in a simple, engaging, and rights-based manner;
(ii) Be suitable for social media dissemination and community outreach (WhatsApp, Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, etc.);
(iii) Include voice-over narration (preferably in English, with an option for local language versions where feasible), and subtitles;
(iv) Use visuals that are context-appropriate, inclusive, and aligned to our branding guidelines.
4. Key Deliverables and Timelines
Working closely with our project officer and media and communications officer, the consultant will deliver the following within two (2) weeks of engagement (subject to an agreed schedule):
1. Production of animated videos (number and duration to be proposed by the consultant, suitable for social media and community sharing) and Final video outputs with subtitles and appropriate branding.
5. Quality and Review Requirements
(i) The consultant must incorporate feedback at key stages (script/storyboard review; draft video review; report layout draft review).
(ii) All outputs must be factually consistent with the original analysis
Qualifications and Experience
6. Required Qualifications and Experience
Suitable applicants should have:
(i) A Bachelor’s degree in Film/Video Production, Communications, Journalism, Television Production, Media Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field;
(ii) At least three (3) years’ experience producing animated videos and/or documentary-style visual content;
(iii) Demonstrated experience translating complex policy/legal/technical content into public-friendly communication products;
(iv) Strong scripting, storytelling, and visual communication skills;
(v) Proven graphic design/layout experience for professional reports
(vi) Experience working with civil society organisations and community-facing communication is an added advantage.
How to Apply
7. Application Requirements
Interested candidates must submit:
(i) An Expression of Interest (EOI) outlining understanding of the assignment and proposed approach/methodology(maximum of two pages).
(ii) A proposed workplan and timelines
(iii) A budget/financial proposal for the production of animations and design of the report
(iv) CV(s) of key personnel.
To apply
Interested candidates must submit their expression of interest by 20 March 2026 together with the budget including previous work for reference purposes. The aforementioned should be emailed to procurementzw@gmail.com with the subject line: Application - Mines and Minerals Bill Animated videos by the deadline. No documents shall be received or entertained after the due date. The title of the consultancy should be clearly stated in the email subject.
