Practical story telling workshop for non-governmental organization staff

SCOPE OF WORK

Adeso is trying to improve the way in which it tells its story, to give more voice, and visibility, to the community members we partner with on a daily basis, as well as the staff that make our work possible. We are therefore seeking the services of someone who will train selected staff members on how to share our story and our message in a poignant way in order to better reach our audience.

The service provider will be expected to deliver a three to five-day training to approximately 12 people. The training should including, but not be limited to, the following:

· Understanding the needs of the HQ communication team, and specifically what makes for a good story (including video footage, video, and text)

· Understanding the needs of the fundraising team – what does the average donor want to hear and see? How to present stories that attract donors and win support

· The art of storytelling – how to identify strong characters, create a good narrative and move away from NGO jargon. Story building blocks

· At least one field-visit where staff collect information, create a story, and are given feedback

· Basic photography tips

· Consent and privacy

· Creation of a plan of action for collecting stories over the following 12 months

CONSULTANCY PERIOD

The consultancy will entail up to 7 days, including preparation and reporting days.

DELIVERABLES

1. Three to five-day training in Nairobi, Kenya
2. Field visit
3. All handouts
4. Report with key recommendations for Adeso

QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Experience conducting story telling workshops for non-profit organizations

2) Five year’s experience in communications or storytelling

3) Experience working in East Africa preferred

4) Excellent English language skills

5) Proven ability to work in multicultural environment.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications should be submitted by January 25th 2016. The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer.

Each application package should include the following:

· Technical proposal on how they intend to carry out the assignment, including a proposed agenda

· Updated CV and two references.

· Detailed cost

All applications should be sent to Adeso at consultancy@adesoafrica.org with the subject line: ‘’Practical story telling workshop for non-governmental organization staff’’.