Call for Applications — Development of Animated Explainer Video for LGBTIQ+ CBOs

Organizational Development for Advancing Equal Rights of LGBTIQ+ People

Power of Pride is looking for a highly committed and capable consultant to assist in the development of an Animated Explainer Video for LGBTIQ+ Community-based Organizations in Asia and Africa addressing the themes of working sustainably, building inclusive leadership and inculcating socio-political preparedness. This Terms of Reference details the Objectives, Scope of Work, Key Deliverables and Budget of this assignment. The deadline to submit an application is February 19, 2025.

About Power of Pride

Power of Pride (PoP) is an international development program, implemented by an alliance of COC Nederland, Pan Africa ILGA, and ILGA Asia. The program’s vision is to work towards diverse and inclusive societies where LGBTIQ+ people can participate to their full potential. LGBTIQ+ Community- Based Organizations (CBOs) are the molecules of our work under the Power of Pride program that runs across 22 countries in Asia and Africa. In order to harness important learnings on this crucial aspect of the program, a Community of Practice (CoP) on Organizational Development for Advancing Equal Rights of LGBTIQ+ People was launched in July 2024. The CoP is a convergence of LGBTQI+ experts and activists with great interest in the critical topic of development of LGBTQI+ Community-based organizations, with similar interest in advancing equal rights of LGBTIQ+ People.

Background and Context

LGBTIQ+ movements in Africa and Asia are doing groundbreaking and critical work — with little to no funding and structural support — and have been fundamental to the strengthening of civil society in these regions. However, programmes addressing organizational development, leadership and capacity strengthening have not kept pace with the evolving needs and challenges of LGBTIQ+ organizations. Keeping these realities in mind, the CoP on Organizational Development of LGBTQI+ people was set up as a learning platform, and responds to the following thematic areas answering learning questions as put forward by the CoP as follows:

1. Developing and Sustaining Inclusive Leadership: How can transformative leadership be fostered among under-represented groups in LGBTIQ+, CBOS, such as LBQ women, trans people, trans sex workers, and people living with disabilities?
2. Working Sustainably: What strategies can be employed to retain trained staff in LGBTIQ+ CBOs, and how can the various push-pull factors (in terms of resources and capacity) that affect staff retention be addressed?
3. Socio-Political Preparedness: How can LGBTIQ+ CBOs be better prepared for a crisis, particularly in relation to the anti-rights and anti-gender opposition and other emergencies?

This research and learning initiative aims to inclusively address these identified themes and the corresponding questions in the context of developing and fostering transformative and inclusive leadership amongst LGBTIQ+ organizations in Africa and Asia, while identifying strategies to understand and  address staff attrition of LGBTIQ+ CBOs; and also to better equip LGBTIQ+ CBOs to respond to anti-rights and anti-gender narratives and policies. It is widely known that linear understandings of leadership and organizational development often do not respond to the needs of LGBTIQ+ organizations. This study seeks to inform transformative and inclusive leadership, advocacy, resilience-building, and policy interventions.

Objectives

The members of the CoP, along with the PoP MEL Working Group, are co-creating a video explainer that aims to support LGBTIQ+ organizations to move the needle towards working sustainably, inclusive leadership, and achieving socio-political preparedness. The objective of this consultancy is to develop a 2D animated explainer video that effectively introduces and simplifies key concepts related to Working Sustainably, Developing and Sustaining Inclusive Leadership, and Socio-Political Preparedness for LGBTIQ+ organizations in the Global South. This 2- 4 minutes long video, along with another knowledge product — a workbook — will serve as an engaging learning tool with an aim to enhance understanding and accessibility of identified themes, providing insights from research and the accompanying workbook. This consultancy also aims to incorporate diverse voices and cultural contexts, ensuring the video speaks to and supports the needs of LGBTIQ+ communities in Asia and Africa. The consultant will provide their audio-visual expertise and will have support on content and executive from the CoP members and the PoP MEL Working Group.

Scope of Work

The scope of work of the Consultant includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Definition

Create a 2D animation explainer video with guidance from the CoP members and the PoP MEL Working Group, 2-4 minutes long, introducing and simplifying key concepts that are complex and often difficult to understand. The video will focus on three major themes by the CoP:

1. Working Sustainably
2. Developing and Sustaining Inclusive Leadership
3. Socio-Political Preparedness

The video will be designed as a learning tool to introduce and clarify these themes based on research and findings from our desk research report and included in our workbook.

Research and Conceptualization

• Review relevant research materials provided by CoP members and Workbook Consultant to create content of the animated explainer video.
• Research and incorporate effective storytelling techniques that resonate with diverse audiences from Asia, Africa, and beyond.
• Support CoP members in identifying opportunities to incorporate and engage with the voices of well-known activists from the global south for voiceovers.
• Explore strategies for creating translated versions of the video in the languages spoken by CoP members.

Development of Explainer Video

• Develop a storyboard and work with CoP member(s) to write the script that effectively conveys the three key themes and concepts in an engaging and easy-to-understand manner.
• Use effective 2D animation and visual storytelling techniques to simplify complex concepts.
• Integrate culturally relevant elements to ensure the video is respectful, accessible, and relatable for diverse audiences primarily in the Global South.
• Ensure accessibility, with guidance from CoP members, in the final product, by incorporating closed captioning, subtitles, sign language interpretation, and any other measures necessary
• Create versions of the video in multiple languages as scoped out during the consultation process.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Engage with the CoP, PoP MEL Working Group, and Workbook Consultant throughout the project by organizing feedback sessions to co-create and validate the video content.
• Incorporate feedback from the CoP and other stakeholders to edit and refine the video.

Key Deliverables

1. Dissemination Plan

A detailed dissemination plan, and work plan in English indicating all milestones, key meetings and points of collaboration corresponding to the timeline put forth by the CoP and PoP MEL Group.

2. Draft Animated Explainer Video

A draft Animated Explainer Video in English with preliminary content for discussion, inputs and feedback from the Community of Practice.

3. Final Deliverables

1. A high-quality, accessible 2D animated explainer video (2-4 minutes) focused on the three key themes.
2. A translated version of the video in agreed-upon languages.
3. A script and story/monoboard for reference and future use.

Timeline

Profile and Eligibility: Individual, Group, or Firm

• Familiarity with LGBTIQ+ and diverse social justice movements’ landscape in Africa and Asia.
• A proven track record in animation, visual storytelling, and multimedia production, particularly for advocacy and education.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating explainer videos, particularly in 2D animation, motion graphics, and digital media.
• Strong ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and a robust understanding of the challenges and needs of LGBTQI+ organizations and communities, particularly in terms of sustainability, leadership, and advocacy.
• Excellent storytelling skills with an ability to convey complex concepts into engaging content.
• Experience in coordinating and organizing virtual consultations for gathering input and feedback.
• Ability to work and produce materials in English; working knowledge of French will be considered positively.

Budget

Consultant will be engaged from March to June 2025. Power of Pride is prepared to accept proposals with budgets up to a maximum of €3,000. A detailed budget must be presented as part of the proposal including costs for consultant hours, as well as activity, materials, administrative or any other costs. In-person data collection or travel is not expected for this assignment.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must reside in Asia and/or Africa and be familiar with LGBTIQ+ politics and movements in these regions.
• Submit a brief proposal outlining your suitability for this consultancy, approach to meeting deliverables, including methodology, work plan, timelines, and budget (4 pages maximum)
• A CV detailing relevant qualifications and experiences. If a team of consultants/group/firm is applying, please submit CVs of all team members.
• Previous work samples – videos, animations, video scripts.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit all required application documents to [email protected]l by February 19th 2025.

For queries regarding the consultancy or application process, please contact [email protected]l or [email protected]

Termes de référence (TdR) pour la consultance – Développement d’un manuel pour les organisations communautaires LGBTIQ

Développement organisationnel pour la promotion de l’égalité des droits des personnes LGBTIQ

Power of Pride recherche un consultant hautement engagé et compétent pour contribuer au développement d’une Vidéo Explicative Animée destinée aux Organisations Communautaires LGBTIQ+ en Asie et en Afrique. Cette vidéo abordera les thèmes suivants : travail durable, leadership inclusif et préparation socio-politique. Ces Termes de Référence détaillent les objectifs, la portée du travail, les livrables clés et le budget de cette mission. La date limite de soumission des candidatures est fixée au 19 février 2025.

À propos de Power of Pride

Power of Pride (PoP) est un programme de développement international mis en œuvre par une alliance composée de COC Nederland, Pan Africa ILGA et ILGA Asia. Ce programme vise à créer des sociétés diverses et inclusives où les personnes LGBTIQ+ peuvent participer pleinement à leur potentiel.

Les organisations communautaires LGBTIQ+ (CBOs) constituent les piliers du programme Power of Pride, déployé dans 22 pays en Asie et en Afrique.

Afin de capitaliser sur les enseignements clés de ce programme, une Communauté de Pratique (CoP) sur le Développement Organisationnel pour la Promotion des Droits Égaux des Personnes LGBTIQ+ a été lancée en juillet 2024. Cette CoP réunit des experts et activistes LGBTQI+ ayant un fort intérêt pour le développement des organisations communautaires LGBTQI+ et partageant un engagement commun pour l’égalité des droits des personnes LGBTIQ+.

Contexte et Justification

Les mouvements LGBTIQ+ en Afrique et en Asie jouent un rôle essentiel dans le renforcement de la société civile, malgré un manque de financements et de soutien structurel. Toutefois, les programmes axés sur le développement organisationnel, le leadership et le renforcement des capacités n’ont pas évolué au même rythme que les besoins et défis spécifiques des organisations LGBTIQ+.

Tenant compte de cette réalité, la Communauté de Pratique sur le Développement Organisationnel des Personnes LGBTQI+ a été mise en place en tant que plateforme d’apprentissage. Cette initiative aborde les thématiques suivantes:

• Développer et soutenir un leadership inclusif: Comment favoriser un leadership transformationnel parmi les groupes sous-représentés des CBOs LGBTIQ+, tels que les femmes LBQ, les personnes trans, les travailleurs du sexe trans et les personnes en situation de handicap?
• Travailler de manière durable: Quelles stratégies peuvent être mises en place pour retenir le personnel forméet gérer les divers facteurs d’attrition et de rétention?
• Préparation socio-politique: Comment les CBOs LGBTIQ+ peuvent-elles mieux se préparer aux crises, notamment face à l’opposition anti-droits et anti-genre ainsi qu’à d’autres urgences?

Cette initiative de recherche et d’apprentissage vise à:

• Favoriser un leadership transformationnel et inclusif au sein des organisations LGBTIQ+.
• Identifier des stratégies pour comprendre et gérer l’attrition du personnel.
• Renforcer les capacités des CBOs pour répondre aux discours et politiques anti-droits et anti-genre.

Objectifs

Les membres de la CoP, en collaboration avec le Groupe de Travail MEL de PoP, co-créent une vidéo explicative animée visant à fournir aux organisations LGBTIQ+ les connaissances essentielles pour travailler durablement, développer un leadership inclusif et assurer une préparation socio-politique efficace.

L’objectif de cette consultation est de développer une vidéo explicative animée en 2D, d’une durée de 2 à 4 minutes, qui introduit et simplifie les concepts clés liés à ces trois thématiques. Cette vidéo servira de support pédagogique interactif, complémentaire à un manuel de travail, afin d’améliorer la compréhension et l’accessibilité des sujets abordés.

Le consultant apportera son expertise en production audiovisuelle et bénéficiera du soutien des membres de la CoP et du Groupe de Travail MEL.

Portée des travaux

Le consultant devra accomplir les missions suivantes:

• Développement de la vidéo explicative animée
  • Créer une vidéo animée en 2D de 2 à 4 minutes en collaboration avec les membres de la CoP et du Groupe de Travail MEL
  • Simplifier des concepts complexes en utilisant des techniques de narration visuelle et d’animation engageante
• Recherche et conceptualisation
  • Examiner les documents de recherche fournis par la CoP
  • Incorporer des techniques de storytelling efficaces adaptées à un public diversifié
  • Explorer les options pour inclure des voix d’activistes du Sud global pour les narrations
• Développement de la vidéo
  • Rédiger le script et créer le storyboard
  • Utiliser des techniques d’animation 2D et de motion design adaptées aux contextes culturels
  • Assurer l’accessibilité, avec sous-titres, interprétation en langue des signes et autres ajustements nécessaires
  • Créer des versions traduites de la vidéo en fonction des besoins identifiés
• Collaboration et validation
  • Travailler en étroite collaboration avec la CoP et le Groupe de Travail MEL
  • Intégrer les retours des parties prenantes et affiner la vidéo en conséquence

Calendrier et responsabilités

Profil et éligibilité

• Expérience en animation, storytelling visuel et production multimédia
• Expertise en motion design et création de vidéos éducatives et de plaidoyer
• Bonne connaissance des mouvements LGBTIQ+ en Afrique et en Asie
• Capacité à travailler en anglais ; la maîtrise du français est un atout

Budget et modalités de candidature

• Durée : Mars à juin 2025
• Budget maximum : 3 000 €

Dossier de candidature

• Proposition méthodologique (4 pages max)
• CV du consultant (ou de l’équipe si plusieurs consultants postulent)
• Échantillons de vidéos, animations ou scripts de vidéos précédents

Date limite

• 19 février 2025

Contacts pour candidature et informations

• Envoyer les candidatures à : [email protected]l
• Pour toute question : [email protected]l ou [email protected]