Artist Consultancy/ Podcast

• Country: Jordan
• Summary: Artist Consultancy/ Podcast
• JOT Ref No: 106461469
• Deadline: 03 Sep 2024
• Financier: United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
• Purchaser Ownership: Government
• Tender Value: Refer Document
• Notice Type: Tender
• Document Ref. No.: JOAUG24014
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• Description:
• Tenders are invited for Artist Consultancy/ Podcast. Closing Date: 3 Sep 2024 Type: Consultancy The Organisation Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to ensuring children live a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children-s and young people-s lives. We support children in gaining the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Plan International Jordan was established in 2016 and has programmes throughout the country on education, youth empowerment, and protection (CP, GBV, SRHR) in various governorates across Jordan. Plan-s Global Gender Equality and Inclusion policy states that the core objectives of Plan International-s work are to achieve gender equality, promoting gender justice, realising girls- rights and fostering an inclusive society. This commitment is reflected in our five-year country strategy, our Values and Behaviours Framework, and our Theory of Change. We aim to: confront and challenge discrimination and human rights violations based on gender. This includes gender-based violence and other forms of exclusion. challenge stereotypes and unequal power relations between women, men, boys, and girls to promote gender equality, girls- rights, and inclusion. foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls- rights and inclusion, while supporting staff to adopt good practices, positive attitudes and the principles of gender equality and inclusion. Background about the project Tawazon - Promoting the Voice and Leadership of Women activity aims to create transformative change that enhances women-s voice and agency. To achieve these goals, Tawazon will: - Strengthen the capacity of government partners to adopt and enforce egalitarian legislation and strategies and increase the availability of gender-sensitive research and data. - Develop and implement strategies to promote equitable social norms, address norms harmful to women and girls, raise awareness of gender-based violence and provide platforms for women and girls to voice their needs and concerns. - Enhance women's leadership skills and opportunities by supporting systemic mechanisms to provide them with resources to meaningfully engage in their communities and realize their full potential, as well as help girls and women exercise their rights within and outside the domestic domain so that they are able to make decisions about their own lives and futures. - Enrich collaboration amongst Gender Community of Practice in order to strengthen coordination, scale innovative ideas, and promote accountability to gender equality among practitioners Background about the initiative Podcast for Equality: Gender Narratives through Podcast aims to engage Jordanian youth aged 14-17 in exploring and expressing gender concepts through the medium of podcasting. This initiative seeks to foster understanding, respect, and dialogue about gender roles within Jordanian society. Participants will create and podcast segments that delve into themes of gender roles and equality, guided by mentors to translate complex ideas into engaging audio content. Objectives Raise Awareness: Increase awareness about gender, gender roles, and equality through podcast. Encourage Creative Expression: Provide a platform for youth to create and share podcast segments about gender. Foster Dialogue: Create opportunities for open and respectful discussions about gender in Jordanian society. Promote Inclusivity: Encourage an inclusive environment where gender is respected and valued. Providing adolescents with new tools to express themselves Accountabilities Guide Jordanian youth aged 14-17 in developing and expressing their ideas about gender through podcasting. To be aware of and knowledgeable about the societal sensitivities in the four regions: Aqaba, Madaba, North Jordan Valley, and Northern Marka. Encourage participants to explore diverse perspectives on gender roles and equality in their communities Provide individualized mentorship to participants, helping them develop their podcasting and storytelling skills. Offer constructive feedback to enhance participants' understanding and portrayal of gender concepts. Develop engaging activities that facilitate discussions and reflections on gender roles within the context of Jordanian society. Support in organizing public podcasts and presentations to showcase participants' podcast segments, fostering community dialogue on gender equality. Participate in evaluating the impact of the initiative on participants' awareness and understanding of gender roles and equality. Contribute to the development and implementation of evaluation tools to assess the effectiveness of the podcast workshops. Create a supportive and inclusive environment where participants feel comfortable expressing their views on gender. Ensure that podcast workshops promote respect for diverse gender perspectives. Deliverables Workshop sessions: Conduct up to 24 interactive sessions focused on gender roles and podcasting skills with CoC youth participants in four locations (Aqaba, Madaba, North Jordan Valley, and Northern Marka). Sessions will be separated for adolescent females and males to ensure a comfortable and focused environment. Capacity building: Train the youth participants on developing Podcast segments including collecting stories from the community and develop tools and methods for evaluating the initiative's impact on participants. Podcast materials: Create 8 complete podcast materials ( 1 for each cycle in each location) incorporating the youth's stories and artistic expressions about gender. Each piece should explore and express themes related to gender roles and equality. Final Report: Produce a comprehensive report detailing the outcomes, feedback, and impact of the initiative per location. Community Exhibition: Organize an exhibition to disseminate the materials and engage the community in discussions about gender equality to be considered as a closure event for the initiative in each location include develop a detailed plan for public podcasts of participants' podcast segments. Note: The consultant will be responsible for providing the necessary materials to meet the project deliverables. Additionally, the consultant will handle their own transportation and field visits. Approach Development: Design an approach for podcasting workshops, integrating gender themes. Workshop Implementation: Facilitate interactive workshops to guide youth in creating gender-related podcast. Community Engagement and Exhibitions: Plan and execute public exhibitions to showcase participants' work and stimulate dialogue on gender equality. Evaluation and Reporting: Develop tools to assess the initiative's impact, collect feedback, and prepare comprehensive reports. Methodology Preparatory Phase: ensure review the gender roles in Jordanian society, engage stakeholders, and secure necessary resources. Curriculum Development: Design a comprehensive curriculum for podcast workshops, integrating gender themes. Workshop Implementation: Facilitate interactive workshops to guide youth in creating gender-related podcast segments. Community Engagement and Podcasts: Plan and execute public podcasts to showcase participants' work and stimulate dialogue on gender equality. Evaluation and Reporting: Develop tools to assess the initiative's impact, collect feedback, and prepare comprehensive reports. Key relationships Mentors and Facilitators: Collaborative planning and execution of workshops, one-on-one mentorship, and podcast organization. Participants: Continuous communication, feedback sessions, and support to ensure active engagement and participation. Local Communities: Coordination of workshops, curriculum alignment, and involvement in podcasts. Audience and Public: Attend podcasts, participate in discussions, and provide feedback. Timeline The consultancy deliverables are expected to be finalized within a period of maximum 6 months Level of contact with children High Level of Contact: Frequent Direct Interaction: Regular workshops and sessions with Jordanian youth aged 14-17. Personalized Mentorship: Providing one-on-one artistic guidance and support. Continuous Engagement: Consistent communication throughout the initiative. Facilitation and Supervision: Leading activities in a safe environment. Public Exposure: Engaging with children during public exhibitions and events. Technical expertise, skills, and knowledge Expertise in podcast and audio production. Strong understanding of gender issues and gender equality. Skills in mentoring and teaching youth. Ability to create engaging and educational content. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience in project management and evaluation. Evaluation criteria 15 % portfolio 15 % Experience with development projects- experience with USAID project is highly appreciated. 25 % Experience in conducting art initiative 2-4 years 10 % Experience in conducting art workshops 65% Total 5% Woman Empowerment 30% Financial Evaluation Budget and Payment Procedure The service provider shall submit a budget sheet with a detailed breakdown including applicable taxes at the time of proposal submission. The budget should cover all fees of designing, implementing, regular technical support, updating and maintenance for a year. General Qualification/skills required Any company/consultant register
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