Videographer

Assignment Type:

Canadian International Volunteer

Eligibility Requirements:

Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only

Assignment ID:

VA-106583

Assignment Title:

Videographer

Partner:

Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust

Country:

Malawi

Duration:

4 to 12 months (flexible)

Time Commitment:

Full-time

Assignment Context

Are you passionate about filming and videography ? Do you have film editing skills to share? 

As the Videographer with Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust in Mulanje Malawi, you will assist in producing short impact videos of Mount Mulanje Biosphere Reserve to improve visibility and fundraising purposes. 

Apply today to have an impact in environmental sustainability work in Malawi!

Roles and Responsibilities

• In collaboration with staff, write scripts to film, edit and produce short impact videos with the support of the communications team
• Assist in researching and advising on ideal film locations to create videos to capture targeted audiences
• Assist in building the capacity of the Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust communications personnel and relevant staff on using a digital single-lens reflex camera to deliver sustenance and continuity
• Capture professional and visually appealing images to showcase impactful moments while preserving the dignity of the subjects 
• Collaborate with the communications team in the selection of impactful images for information, education and communication documents
• Ensure that a gender equality lens is consistently applied in the execution of all activities
• Ensure an environmental and sustainability climate action lens is applied during video production
• Participate in pre-assignment training
• Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives before, during, or after the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers will also have one virtual check-in with the Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment
• Set up a personalized volunteer fundraising page on the WUSC fundraising platform and share it in your networks. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training and support to achieve the fundraising goal
• Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in communications or a related field
• A photographer/videographer recognized by their peers, having produced at least one video/photo reportage abroad
• Good understanding of issues of international development
• Experience as a photographer/videographer in difficult and demanding environments
• Proven communication skills with corresponding experience
• A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and international volunteering
• Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
• Experience with group facilitation and trainings, including content development considered an asset
• Experience living and working internationally considered an asset.
• Written and oral fluency in English.

Project Description

Volunteering for development is one of the important ways in which WUSC pursues its mission. The IGNI+E project, funded by Global Affairs Canada, supports over 70 partner organizations to advance gender equality and the economic empowerment of 1.2 million youth around the world. IGNI+E harnesses the knowledge, capacity and expertise of skilled Canadians through volunteer assignments and public engagement activities to assist partners in improving their performance, advocating for gender equality, and implementing more sustainable, innovative and inclusive initiatives and services for poor and marginalised youth, particularly young women. Overseas, our volunteers collaborate with a wide variety of partners, including enterprise and social enterprise development incubators, skills training centres, women’s organizations, and youth groups. In Canada, WUSC works with institutions and individuals to identify, prepare, and support volunteers who travel overseas to support our partners. Our network in Canada also works with WUSC to raise awareness among Canadians to inspire greater action on global development issues. Our collective focus is on sustainable and inclusive changes to create a better world for youth.

Partner Description

Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust has a mission to provide long-term reliable support for the management, research and conservation of the biological diversity and the sustainable use of the natural resources within the Mountain Mulanje Biosphere Reserve, a biodiversity hotspot of global significance. Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust works in close partnership with government departments, CBOs, international donors and most importantly, the surrounding communities that are dependent upon the Mountain’s resources. To achieve this mission, they has three active programs: 1) Biodiversity Conservation, Research & Monitoring, 2) Forest Co-management & Sustainable Livelihoods, and 3) Environmental Education & Communication, and additionally carries out comprehensive monitoring and evaluation.

Support Package

• Support and guidance from the WUSC Volunteer Mobilization Team prior to departure and from WUSC Country Team while on assignment
• Pre-departure training to learn about the volunteering for development program, gain practical skills for living and working in an intercultural context and network with other volunteers
• In-country orientation upon arrival in country of assignment
• Language training in country of assignment, where required
• Modest monthly living and accommodation allowance
• Airfare to and from the assignment country
• Visa/work permit
• Pre-departure medical exam
• Health insurance
• Vaccinations and antimalarial medication
• COVID-19 PCR testing
• Criminal record verification
• Vacation leave entitlement
• Debriefing after completion of assignment
• An incredible opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global development, enhance your professional skills and participate in an experience of a lifetime!

WUSC’s Safeguarding Policy

WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form. Successful applicants will be required to sign off on the WUSC Code of Conduct and the Self-Disclosure Form. International and national volunteers will also be required to submit a criminal record verification.

WUSC is a signatory to the Cooperation Canada Leaders’ Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct. The pledge represents the shared commitment as Canada’s global development and humanitarian leaders to ensure the full implementation of practices and policies that will protect and respond to our own staff, volunteers and the communities we serve. We are committed to creating safe and respectful workplaces and programs that promote gender equality and are free from gender-based violence, including by addressing and responding to all abuse of power, holding people to account, and protecting the vulnerable. Read the full pledge.