VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN WIDOWS AND ORPHANS EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION (WEWE) – A VIDEOGRAPHER AND A PHOTOGRAPHER FOR A SHORT-TERM CONSULTANCY POSITION

URGENT VACANCY

Request for a Videographer and a Photographer for a Short-Term Consultancy Position

Assignment: We are looking for a professional videographer and a photographer for a five (5) day short-term consultancy role at the unveiling event/project launch of the “Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Says No to Violence Against Women and Girls Project”.

The project’s goal is to increase the adoption of positive behaviors among pastors, priests, and the entire leadership of the five (5) Blocs of CAN across all states in Nigeria to reduce violence against women and girls.

We invite applications from qualified Videographers and Photographers for a short-term consultancy. Applicants should have proven expertise in taking and editing “still” pictures, using “still” pictures to create presentations, video editing, and developing short videos suitable for social media. Experience in electrical wiring, technician skills in setting up televisions, and linking them to cameras and microphones for multimedia settings, including large events and live streaming, would be an added advantage.

Required Experience:

• S/he must have experience in taking and editing “still” pictures, using “still” pictures to create presentations, video, and editing, developing short videos that can be posted on social media.
• S/he must have experience in Live Streaming Video and Audio in real-time.
• S/he must have previous experience in taking video shoots with a phone or camera and developing those videos into stories that can be posted on social media handles.
• Extremely strong computer skills, with knowledge of relevant publishing software, such as but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Desktop Publishing (Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, PDF, Illustrator, InDesign, CorelDraw, and Canva).
• Experience in Media Production, Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Mailchimp, Google Forms, and Instagram).
• Extremely strong in written and oral English language with research writing skills.
• Superior oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on creative approaches, attention to detail, and efficient delivery methods.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma or its equivalent in English, Linguistics, Mass Communication, Journalism or any social science-related fields.
• Additional certifications in communication, multimedia, or it equivalent will be added advantage
• Applicants must have their own camera to perform the job.
• Two samples of video editing work done.
• At least two professional references.
• Additional relevant information and documents that support your application.

Key Deliverables:

• S/he will conduct a brief site visit or virtual walk-through to assess lighting, angles, and movement flow.
• S/he will prepare and test all necessary equipment (cameras, microphones, lighting, batteries, storage devices, etc.).
• S/he will coordinate the photo session of guests, dignitaries, and key stakeholders.
• S/he will capture the keynote speeches, presentations, and the official unveiling moment.
• S/he will take the group photos with guests, speakers, and participants.
• S/he will capture candid and emotional moments that highlight the theme of the project.
• S/he will record short interviews with organizers, speakers, or attendees
• S/he will deliver a short highlight video (2–4 minutes) summarizing the event.
• S/he will submit deliverables no later than 3 working days after the event.
• S/he will ensure that the audiovisuals and other images reflect dignity, sensitivity, and respect, especially given the subject of gender-based violence.
• S/he will ensure inclusive and respectful representation of all attendees.
• Any other assigned duties from the supervisor

Method of Application

Interested and qualified individual should send their comprehensive curriculum and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining their suitability for the job to: videoandphoto2025@weweng.org on or before Friday, June 20, 2025.

Kindly Note: WEWE’s recruitment process for this position is on a rolling basis; only shortlisted Consultants will be contacted for an interview.

Applications will be reviewed in batches on a first-come, first-served basis. WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable Consultant is selected

Due to the high volume of applications, no detailed feedback will be provided about your application.

DISCLAIMER:

Please note that participating in this recruitment process with the Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) does not constitute the issuance of a contract or agreement, nor does it commit WEWE to cover any costs associated with your participation in the recruitment process.

The decision to recruit short-term or long-term personnel rests solely with WEWE.

WEWE reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process

It is subject to a merit review process, considering factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, value for money, availability of funds, and other relevant considerations.

For equity purposes, WEWE upholds equity. 

“WEWE is an equal opportunity employer, which promotes diversity and does not discriminate based on tribe, state of origin within Nigeria, religion, age, sex, race or on different physical ability”.

“WEWE’s organizational culture promotes the principles of safeguarding and high moral values. WEWE’s Safeguarding Policy 2022 promotes an environment where no staff, associates, volunteers, case workers, consultants, board members, and partners engage in a sexual relationship, harass, or exploit anyone under the age of 18 or vulnerable adult, especially our beneficiaries”.

“WEWE’s organizational culture also has zero tolerance for corrupt practices. Therefore, for any of our job vacancies, we advise that applicants do not offer or accept any request for money, favors, or gifts from anyone to facilitate an employment opportunity with WEWE. Applicants found engaging in such practices could jeopardize their chances of being selected. If anyone contacts, you with such an offer please report this immediately to WEWE management on this WhatsApp line 09037811024”.

“WEWE’s Vision, Mission and Ideologies”

Organization Vision:  A society without vulnerable persons

Organization Mission: Empowering communities, vulnerable persons, and local organizations to be resilient by faith

WEWE’s Organizational Ideologies

1. To beat global standards of excellence in all we do
2. To improve the lives of vulnerable people
3. To be statutorily and financially compliant at all times. We want to strengthen the capacity of other local NGOs to be statutorily and financially compliant equally, thereby contributing to increasing the number of compliant NGOs in Nigeria and Africa.
4. To consistently deliver superior and ever-improving programs and services than any other local and international organization.
5. To be better than the rest and be better than the best in all we do