Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film at UMATI
Job snapshot
Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film role at UMATI. The post sits within the advertised employer's operations. The post is based in Tanzania.
| Role | Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film |
|---|---|
| Employer | UMATI |
| Location | Tanzania |
UMATI is recruiting for the advertised team.
Role overview
Chama cha Uzazi na Malezi Bora Tanzania (UMATI) is an autonomous, non-political, non-profit national organization dedicated to advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) in Tanzania.
Key responsibilities
- A statement of commitment to UMATI's Child Safeguarding and Code of Conduct.
- UMATI reserves the right to negotiate the final budget with the preferred production company.
- A portfolio of at least two (2) previous SRH or health-related productions with links or samples.
- The film will serve as a behavior change tool addressing key SRH challenges, empowering youth to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health, and fostering a culture of health-seeking behavior among young people and communities.
- The consultancy is expected to be completed inside three (3) months from the date of contract signing. The indicative schedule is as follows.
- Pre-Production.
- EVALUATION CRITERIA.
- The SRH film shall aim to achieve the following objectives.
- These challenges are more compounded by deeply entrenched social norms, cultural taboos, and inadequate comprehensive sexuality education the two in schools and in communities.
- INTRODUCTION.
- Interested production companies must demonstrate the following qualifications.
- Implementing Institution: UMATI.
- A technical proposal detailing the creative concept, narrative approach, proposed story structure, and methodology for achieving the film's objectives.
- The production of this film therefore represents a key programmatic investment towards the realization of this strategic goal.
- The film's primary and secondary audiences are.
- Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria.
- Challenge harmful social norms, myths, and misconceptions about SRH among communities.
- A SRH film can convey sensitive topics in an accessible, culturally appropriate, and emotionally engaging manner, enabling community dialogue, reducing stigma, and motivating positive SRH behaviors.
- Produce a condensed version (20-30 minutes) suitable for classroom and in-school use.
- CONSULTANCY FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE.
- Promote positive behavior change via compelling storytelling and relatable characters.
- Experience working with adolescents and youth people with strong child safeguarding practices.
- Empower young people especially girls and young women to know and exercise their rights.
- Itemized costs must cover: pre-production, cast and crew, equipment, locations, post-production, subtitling, and overheads.
- Review of UMATI's SRH program materials, key messages.. This as well covers carrying out a participatory content development process in collaboration with UMATI's team,.
- TAGERT AUDIENCE.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Out-of-school youth and young people in underserved communities.
- Budgets must clearly include VAT and applicable taxes.
- Write a complete script in Kiswahili, with translations as required.
- Unintended pregnancies, STIs/HIV, GBV, early marriage, menstrual hygiene, and consent.. This as well covers raise awareness on key SRH issues affecting young people.
- Stimulate community dialogue on SRH topics and encourage service seeking behaviors.
- The production company shall deliver the following outputs.
- At least two (2) professional references from previous clients.
- Film and audio-visual media remain among the most powerful tools for behavior change communication particularly for young audiences.
- Identify and secure filming locations.
- Parents, guardians, and community leaders.
- PRODUCTION COMPANY REQUIREMENT.
- Adhere to child safeguarding, protection protocols, and UMATI's Code of Conduct throughout the filming process.
- Unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) covering HIV, gender-based violence (GBV), early and forced marriages, and limited access to accurate SRH information and services.. This as well covers adolescents and young people in Tanzania continue to face significant Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) challenges.
- Obtain every necessary permissions and ethical clearances ahead of filming begins.
- Developing a creative concept and narrative approach ensuring cultural appropriateness and relevance to Tanzanian youth.
- Post-Production.
- PROJECT GOAL PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY.
- Guided by its vision of a Tanzania where people are free to choose and exercise their Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights without discrimination, UMATI works to champion SRH and provide information and services targeting the young and underserved.
- Incorporate UMATI branding, logos, and messaging as per organizational guidelines.
- Expressions of interest must be submitted by 12th August 2026 at 1600 hrs to the Executive Director at with the subject line "UMATI SRH FILM PRODUCTION.
- Every aspects of the production. Budget requirements are as follows:. This as well covers interested production companies must submit a detailed, itemized budget proposal.
- DELIVERABLES.
- The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the following.
- SCOPE OF WORK.
- Produce a short promotional trailer/teaser (2-3 minutes) for sensitization purposes.
- This initiative is directly aligned with UMATI's Strategic objective to strengthen access to comprehensive sexuality education among adolescents and young people, with the aim of enhancing their SRH choices, resilience, and health-seeking behaviors.
- Established in 1959, UMATI has played a leading role in providing quality SRH information, education, advocacy, and services, particularly for adolescents, young people, women, and underserved populations.
- Interested and qualified film production companies are invited to submit a comprehensive proposal and.
- Primary Audience.
- Payment shall be milestone-based as agreed in the contract: 30% upon signing, 40% upon delivery of rough cut, and 30% upon final approved delivery.
- Developing a detailed storyboard and production plan.
- At least two (2) verifiable case studies or previous productions in the SRH, health, or development sector.
- Every budgets must be submitted in Tanzanian Shillings (TZS).
- HEALTH (SRH) FILM.
- HOW TO APPLY.
- The selected production company will collaborate closely with UMATI's program team to develop and deliver a complete SRH film production package.
- Professional editing covering color grading, audio mixing, and sound design.
- Via innovative programming, strategic partnerships, and evidence-based interventions, UMATI continues to champion the realization of sexual and reproductive health and rights for every people without discrimination, a commitment that lies at the very heart of its mission and vision.
- Produce a final version for community screening and a digital version optimized for social media and online distribution.
- As a Member Association of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) since 1973, UMATI is part of a global movement committed to ensuring universal access to SRH information and services.
- Film the SRH movie using professional-grade equipment ensuring high visual and audio quality.
- UMATI seeks to commission a professional media and film production company to produce a high-quality, engaging, and locally relevant SRH film that will be used in community screenings and in-school sensitization programs across UMATI's intervention areas.
- Incorporate a UMATI contact information segment directing viewers to SRH services and helplines.
- TIMELINE.
- Young women and girls who face specific SRH vulnerabilities.
- Submit raw footage to UMATI for review at key production milestones.
- Community health workers and peer educators.
- Inclusion of subtitles in English.
- Proposals ought to be submitted to.
- Production.
- This consultancy is to produce a compelling, high-quality, and culturally relevant SRH film that serves as a behavior change communication tool to sensitize communities and young people on key SRH challenges, empower youth to make informed and responsible SRH decisions, and strengthen UMATI's community outreach and in-school programming via engaging audio-visual media.
- Civil society organizations working in SRH and youth development.
- OBJECTIVES.
- BACKGROUND.
- Carrying out casting of actors and community members, with specific attention to youth representation and gender inclusivity.
- A detailed itemized financial/budget proposal inclusive of every taxes and VAT.
- Teachers and school administrators.
- In-house capacity covering directors, cinematographers, scriptwriters, actors, and post-production editors.
- Company profile, covering registration certificate, organizational structure, and key personnel CVs.
- Demonstrable experience in producing behavior change communication content, documentary films, or drama-based health communication materials.
- Making sure medically accurate and SRH affirming content throughout filming.
- Secondary Audience.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3-5 years of established experience as a film or video production company.
- Adolescents and young people aged 10-24 years in schools and communities.
- Applicants for this post-holder need must adhere to UMATI's Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Child Protection Policy.
- The post-holder is a legally registered business entity in Tanzania.
Key skills
How to apply
Apply through the UMATI careers portal for this post-holder.
Common questions
- What role is open?
- UMATI is recruiting a Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Tanzania.
- How do I apply?
- Follow the application instructions in the How to apply section.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Consultancy For The Production of a Sexual And Reproductive Health (SRH) Film. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Chama cha Uzazi na Malezi Bora Tanzania (UMATI) is an autonomous, non-political, non-profit national organization dedicated to advancing Sexual and Re.
I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.
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