Consultant - Research and Development of a Documentary Teaser on Abortion
Media / Advertising / Communication
About the Employer
Job Description
Background
The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (FPA Sri Lanka) is a non governmental organization which works to enhance sexual and reproductive health education in Sri Lanka. It envisions documenting ground realities by producing a documentary on abortion to inform policy and advocate for improved services while respecting participant rights and safeguarding ethical standards.
Introduction and Background
FPA Sri Lanka aims to engage a consultant to research and document lived experiences and perspectives of individuals and communities regarding abortion in Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region. The documentary will examine the social legal health and service delivery dimensions and will uphold confidentiality and consent throughout the process.
Scope of Work
- Undertake desk and field research on abortion related issues in Sri Lanka and other South Asian contexts to inform a documentary concept and treatment.
- Develop a clear documentary concept treatment narrative approach and production plan in consultation with FPA Sri Lanka.
- Prepare research instruments and a work plan including timelines and budget estimates.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure ethical research and safeguarding requirements are met.
- Produce an outline and script or storyboard for the documentary.
- Oversee and coordinate data collection interviews and filming where appropriate.
Deliverables
- Inception report and production plan including the documentary concept treatment methodology proposed narrative timeline and budgeting.
- Research notes and documentation including identified issues stakeholders and key informants.
- Draft documentary with interviews and story development and a final version after feedback from FPA Sri Lanka.
- Two additional outputs suitable for policy advocacy including a short trailer and a policy friendly version for dissemination.
- All raw footage and project files including transcripts and metadata.
- Final documentary along with a companion editorial summary and dissemination plan.
Activities
- Conduct desk and field research to document the ground realities faced by people in Sri Lanka on abortion and related SRHR issues.
- Identify and synthesize information from stakeholders and existing literature and reports.
- Develop an initial documentary concept and treatment in consultation with FPA Sri Lanka.
- Draft the documentary script and outline including sequencing and framing for dissemination.
- Identify and recruit interviewees including individuals with lived experiences and professionals.
- Plan and coordinate filming logistics where appropriate and ensure safeguards and consent are in place.
- Develop a short trailer and a dissemination strategy for stakeholders and policymakers.
Key Thematic Areas
- Experiences and lived realities surrounding abortion and SRHR
- Legal and policy context including access to safe abortion where permitted
- Stigma discrimination and privacy concerns related to abortion
- Access to services and information including financial and geographic barriers
- Ethical considerations and safeguarding and consent processes
Ethical and Safeguarding Requirements
- Participation must be voluntary and based on informed consent
- Confidentiality and privacy must be maintained for all participants
- Safeguarding protocols to protect children and vulnerable adults
- Minimize risk of harm and ensure respectful and culturally appropriate engagement
Information on Documentary Production
The documentary will be produced with the informed consent of participants and will respect their rights to privacy while ensuring ethical standards and safeguarding. All footage transcripts and outputs will be stored securely and rights will be clearly defined and agreed with the consultant.
Time Period
The consultant will propose a realistic development timeline for the research and production phases including milestones and delivery dates.
Who May Apply
Consultants or production entities with demonstrated experience in documentary filmmaking and SRHR advocacy particularly in Sri Lanka and South Asia are invited to apply. Teams should include demonstrated capacities in research ethical interviewing and post production editing.
Required Technical Capacity
- Proven experience in documentary filmmaking and research based storytelling
- Demonstrated ability to conduct ethical interviews and safeguarding for vulnerable groups
- Proficiency in field recording camera work sound and post production
- Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders
Process of Applying
- Submit a proposal outlining methodology work plan and budget
- Provide CVs and examples of relevant documentary work
- Provide contact details and a statement on safeguarding and ethics
Ownership and Use of Materials
Ownership of produced materials and distribution rights will be defined in a contract with FPA Sri Lanka. FPA Sri Lanka retains rights to use materials for advocacy education and related purposes while respecting participants rights and privacy.
Reference
The executive director of FPA Sri Lanka and contact information for submitting proposals are included in the call for proposals.
Contact
Executive Director FPA Sri Lanka 37/27 Bellanvila Colombo 6
