The documentation exercise aims to:


Capture how climate change and gender inequality affect women’s lives and livelihoods.
Highlight the impact of women-led initiatives such as the GRACC project and VSLAs (Village Savings and Loans Associations).
Document shifts in gender norms, climate adaptation practices, and women's leadership.
Produce empowering and ethical multimedia content for reporting and awareness.


Scope of Work

Story Collection


Conduct in-depth interviews with 5–10 women (including at least two with a disability).
Focus on personal and community-level transformation, participation in GRACC, and future aspirations.


Photography


Capture 5–10 high-quality photos of elevated interviewee (portrait, action, and environmental shots).
Include wide landscape photos and ensure images are respectful and empowering.


Videography


Record 2–3 video interviews and relevant b-roll footage (daily life, project activities).
Footage should be suitable for short-form storytelling and social media.


Deliverables


5–10 written case studies (400–600 words) with transcripts.
50 – 100 photos of elevated project participants and 5–10 organized photo sets in RAW and JPEG formats.
2–3 video interviews, raw footage, and optionally edited versions.
Signed consent forms and brief background/observation notes for each case.


Timeline & Fieldwork


Estimated field time: 3 days shoot + 2 days travel
Fieldwork to occur in June 2025


Consultant Profile

Ideal applicants will have:


Demonstrated experience in ethical storytelling, photography, and video production in development settings.
Knowledge of gender equality, climate change, and participatory approaches.
Experience working with marginalized communities with cultural sensitivity.


Ethical Standards


Full informed consent must be obtained (ActionAid Kenya template provided).
No documentation for children under 18.
Participants can request pseudonyms or face coverage.
Complaints mechanism is to be clearly explained to all participants.


Budget & Logistics


Applicants must submit a detailed financial proposal, including estimated transport, accommodation, daily expenses, and equipment costs. Please note: After reviewing the financial proposals, ActionAid Kenya may opt to directly provide accommodation and transportation support instead of covering those costs.
ActionAid Kenya will support with logistics and community access.
Payment will be made upon approval of deliverables.