Production of an Advocacy Documentary Highlighting Access to Justice for Women and Girls with Intellectual Disabilities
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Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW)
Remote (local)- Career category: Advocacy/ Policy, Comms/ Digital/ Media
- Job type: Consultancy
- Experience level: 5-10 years
- Organisation type: Civil Society
- Remote option: Remote (local)
- Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
- Remuneration: Not Disclosed
- Deadline: 29/08/2025
- Location: Kenya
About Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW)
Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) is a national non-profit organization committed to implementing and influencing sustained interventions that eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.
Founded in 1995, COVAW envisions a society where women and girls enjoy equal rights, freedoms, and thrive in safe and inclusive spaces. Our work is anchored on five strategic pillars: Access to Justice, Access to Comprehensive GBV and SRHR Services, Women’s Economic Empowerment, Women’s Leadership Development, and Institutional Development.
Purpose of the Documentary
COVAW seeks to produce a cinematic, high-quality advocacy documentary that will:
- Amplify the voices and lived experiences of intellectually challenged women and girls.
- Showcase COVAW’s impact in advancing access to justice, psychosocial support, and advocacy for legal reform.
- Influence policy and public perception around rights and protection of persons with intellectual disabilities.
- Serve as a lasting visibility tool for donors, partners, communities, and policymakers — with versions tailored for local TV, cinema screenings, and online platforms.
Scope of Work
The selected production team will:
- Concept Development: Refine the agreed storyline and visual style (documentary format with strong storytelling elements)
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Pre-production:
- Review project materials and context
- Conduct prelimiary interviews and scouting
- Finalize story arc, interviewee list, and filming schedule.
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Production:
- Film in Kiambu, Nairobi, and Narok Counties.
- Capture high-quality interviews, b-roll, and advocacy activities with survivors, advocates, policy makers, community members, and COVAW staff.
- Ensure ethical, survivor-centred filming practices for SGBV cases.
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Post-production:
- a 30–40 minute documentary suitable for TV, cinema, and online viewing, and a 3–5 minute high-impact cut for social media.
- Include translations/subtitles (English, Kiswahili, and local languages relevant to target counties).
- Provide branded, accessible versions in line with AWDF and COVAW guidelines.
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Distribution Support:
- Develop a basic distribution plan to reach target audiences (TV stations, online streaming, community screenings).
- Provide a media-ready press kit with stills, synopsis, and trailer.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years’ proven experience in professional documentary production, with at least 3 high-quality productions in the last 5 years.
- Proven understanding of ethical considerations in filming survivors of violence.
- Strong portfolio in advocacy-driven documentaries with cinematic quality.
- Capacity to support distribution and outreach within Kenya, including linkages with local broadcasters and cinema networks.
- Ability to work within tight timelines and deliver multiple versions for different platforms.
- Experience in producing SGBV-related content and working with vulnerable communities is an added advantage.
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