Lead Editor and Post Production Lead for GBW Documentary

IUCN ESARO Kenya

Published: Aug 31, 2026

Updated: Sep 17, 2026

Source: IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the information and communication technology, environment and climate, governance and public administration and Research sectors, with a focus on Biodiversity, Network Infrastructure, Coastal Marine and Innovation. Located in Regional, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of CHF 25,000. Proposals must be submitted before September 17, 2026.

Published through IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature, a non-governmental organization with its own procurement policies. NGO contracts often prioritize demonstrated sector expertise and experience in development contexts for civil works in the information and communication technology sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

GBW Documentary Post Production, Terms of Reference TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) Position: Lead Editor and Post Production Lead 1. BACKGROUND The Great Blue Wall (GBW) documentary series is a visual journey across the Western Indian Ocean and the Atlantic islands, telling stories of resilience, innovation, and community driven conservation across nine countries. After months of filming and research, the project's value rests in its final transformation, when raw, fragmented footage becomes a coherent and emotive story able to move audiences, donors, and policymakers. At the heart of this transformation is the Lead Editor and Post Production Lead, responsible for rhythm, emotion, and precision across the films assigned to this role. This role ensures that each visual moment, sound cue, and sequence merges into a cinematic narrative that honours the people, the ocean, and the spirit of the GBW Initiative. 1.1 Project Context The GBW Documentary Production is a twenty-one film initiative designed to elevate the visibility, impact, and policy relevance of the Great Blue Wall Initiative across the Western Indian Ocean region and its Atlantic island partners. Each film captures community led innovation, governance, and nature-based conservation. The full series is organised in four tiers: one Main Relay film, seven regional thematic pillar films, five country level Seascape films, and eight IslandPlas films. Collectively they reflect the GBW vision of regional transformation, sustainable blue economies, and ecosystem stewardship. This Terms of Reference covers only the twelve films assigned to the Lead Editor and Post Production Lead, listed in Section 1.2. The remaining nine films, all country specific Seascape or IslandPlas titles, are assigned to a separate editor and are listed in Section 1.3 for context only. They are outside the scope of this role, and raw footage for these nine films will not be provided under this engagement. 1.2 Films Assigned to This Role, twelve films 1. The Great Blue Wall, Main Relay documentary, 28 to 32 minutes, plus two trailers. The flagship film built on GBW's four pillars, used across regional and donor facing communications. 2. What Grows Back, Blue Nature documentary, 12 minutes 50 seconds, plus two trailers. Coastal restoration and nature based solutions across the Western Indian Ocean. 3. Blue Guardians, ReSea Advocacy Pillar documentary, 11 minutes 50 seconds, plus two trailers. Inclusive ocean governance across five ReSea countries. 4. The Crossing, WIO LMMA Alliance documentary, 12 to 14 minutes, plus two trailers. The community led governance network linking Madagascar, Zanzibar, Mohéli, Kilifi, and Tanga. 5. Kin of the Sea, Madagascar Seascape documentary, DIANA region, 10 to 12 minutes, plus two trailers. 6. The Invisible Meadow, WIOCOR Seagrass documentary, 32 to 34 minutes, plus two trailers. Seagrass carbon science across five countries. Page 1 of 4 GBW Documentary Post Production, Terms of Reference 7. What Comes with the Tide, IslandPlas compiled documentary, 10 minutes 20 seconds, plus two trailers. Compiles all seven IslandPlas countries into one film. 8. One Island First, Madagascar IslandPlas documentary, 10 to 12 minutes, plus two trailers. 9. We Carry It Ourselves, Sao Tome and Principe IslandPlas documentary, 9 to 11 minutes, plus two trailers. 10. Where the Turtles Come, Cabo Verde IslandPlas documentary, 10 to 12 minutes, plus two trailers. 11. Beyond the Line, BBNJ Policy documentary, 11 minutes 30 seconds, plus two trailers. Communicates the High Seas Treaty and Africa's role in it. 12. The Ocean Pays, Regenerative Blue Economy documentary, 11 minutes 50 seconds, plus two trailers. Total scope for this role: twelve films and twenty four trailers or teasers. 1.3 Films Outside This Role, nine films, for context only 1. A Seat at the Shore, Kenya Seascape, Kilifi. 2. Bahari Mali, Bahari Yetu, Tanzania Seascape, Tanga to Mtwara. 3. The Long Watch, Comoros Seascape, Mohéli. 4. The Water Flows Back, Mozambique Seascape, Inhambane. 5. The Sea Speaks, Kenya Tech4Nature, Kisite Mpunguti. 6. Built by Hand, Seychelles IslandPlas. 7. Nothing Wasted, Mauritius IslandPlas. 8. The Beach that Feeds Us, Zanzibar IslandPlas. 9. The Sea Gives It Back, Comoros IslandPlas. These nine films are assigned to a separate editor. The Lead Editor and Post Production Lead engaged under this Terms of Reference must not edit, ingest, store, or deliver any footage or cuts belonging to these nine films. 2. OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE To lead and execute post production for the twelve films listed in Section 1.2, together with their trailers and teasers, ensuring they meet international broadcast standards, align with IUCN and GBW branding and messaging, and convey the initiative's impact with clarity and emotional resonance. 3. SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES The Lead Editor and Post Production Lead will: 1. Lead the entire post production workflow for the twelve assigned films, from ingesting raw footage to final delivery. 2. Develop and manage a post production plan, including editing timelines, version control, and delivery pipelines. 3. Assemble and edit the twelve assigned documentaries and their trailers, ensuring narrative and visual coherence. 4. Apply colour grading, sound design, and visual effects to enhance cinematic impact. 5. Integrate graphics, lower thirds, maps, and motion sequences according to GBW branding. 6. Coordinate closely with the Creative Director and IUCN to maintain tone, pacing, and visual identity. Page 2 of 4 GBW Documentary Post Production, Terms of Reference 7. Work with the Story Researcher and IUCN to ensure factual and narrative accuracy in each sequence. 8. Supervise assistant editors, motion designers, and sound engineers as required for the assigned films only. 9. Manage file storage, metadata organisation, and data backups with strict confidentiality, limited to the twelve assigned films. 10. [...] Procurement details Reference: IUCN-26-08-Lead Editor and Post Production Lead for GBW Documentary-625 Procedure: SOP1 - Open Procedure Procurement type: Audio visual materials (Communications) IUCN office (lead): ESARO Kenya Requisitioning unit: ESARO - Coastal and Ocean Programme (KE) Project: P04216 ReSea Expected contract duration: 1 month Estimated contract value: <25,000 CHF Currency of proposals: USD - United States dollar Language of documents: English Deadline for questions: 09 September 2026 20:59 UTC Deadline for technical and financial proposals: 17 September 2026 20:59 UTC Expected contract award date: 01 October 2026 20:59 UTC Documents - Terms of Reference: Terms of reference - lead editor.pdf - Conditions for Participating: Conditions for Participating ENG-SPA-FRA.docx - Standard contract: Standard Agreement.docx The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a membership union of government and civil society organisations working on nature conservation and sustainable development. IUCN procures consulting services, goods and works for its projects worldwide through the IUCN Procurement Portal. For all contracts above CHF 25,000 IUCN selects contractors through a formal competitive tendering process under its Standard Operating Procedure 1 (Open Procedure). Interested bidders must register on the portal, review the Terms of Reference, the Conditions for Participating and the standard contract, and submit their technical and financial proposals through the portal before the stated deadline. Questions must be raised through the portal's Q&A function before the deadline for questions.

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About IUCN ESARO Kenya

IUCN ESARO Kenya has issued 23 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 23 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Environment & Climate, Information & Communication Technology, and Governance & Public Administration. Tenders span 5 countries including Madagascar, Mauritius, and Kenya. Notices are distributed via IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature. Most recent publication: September 9, 2026.

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