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ToR: Consultancy for a Podcast Production (Recording Support, Editing, English/French Subtitles, Upload/Publishing

CBM Global Disability Inclusion

Published

12 Oct 2026

Country: KenyaOrganization: CBM Global Disability InclusionClosing date: 21 Oct 2026The consultant reports to:Ednar Musyoka- Mental HealthProject ManagerDescription of consultancyTo support online and in-person recording in Kenya, edit and package three (3) video podcast episodes, produce subtitles for, create 5–10 short clips, and upload/publish final content on agreed platforms.Background and rationaleCBM Global is an international development organization committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries in the world. In one of its unique approaches, CBM firmly commits to establishing authentic partnerships with disability movement by working alongside people with disabilities and their representative organizations. This has effectively been done through inclusive programmes, advocacy and advisory work led by people with lived experience. In addition, CBM Global’s Federation Strategic priorities 2025 - 2030 commits to working with those most left behind and shifting power in partnership among other key strategic priorities. Working together with like-minded stakeholders, complements our effort to ensure meaningful and effective participation of persons with disabilities, by removing barriers and creating enablers to realize their participation on an equal basis with others.The Mental Health Leadership Programme (MHLP) is a regional programme that seeks to strengthen mental health leadership, coordination, and advocacy for mental health across Africa. Its overarching aim is to address the continent’s growing mental health challenges by empowering individuals, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Organizations of Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities (OPDs) to, provide accessible and quality mental health services, shape policies, and to implement inclusive, evidence-based programmes.Funded by Wellcome Trust, MHLP contributes to the Africa CDC’s continental strategic priorities on Non-Communicable Diseases, injuries, and mental health, which provide coordinated framework for supporting member states in advancing public mental health. Through its Pillar 4, the programme strengthening networks, CSOs, people with lived experience and their representative organizations (OPDs). This work is being done by CBM Global in partnership with the Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN), the Pan African Network of Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities (PANPPD), and other key stakeholders.As part of this effort, there is an opportunity to leverage digital communication platforms to expand reach, facilitate knowledge exchange, and amplify lived experience of voices across the continent. Thus, MHLP envisioned setting up a podcast on mental health in Africa to create an engaging space for dialogue on mental health across Africa.To achieve this, MHLP seeks to hire a consultant for ongoing support through the production of the podcast.Purpose and Objectives:The purpose of the consultancy is to support online and in-person podcast production.The objectives are:Participate in a kick-off meeting, confirm production workflow, timeline, and review processSupport production (3) video podcast episodes (each up to 45 minutes).Produce 10 short clips (~60 seconds each) optimized for social media distribution of episode.DeliverablesInception Package (Week 1–2).Draft of a production plan (timeline + workflow)Guest and recording templates (briefing note, consent/release, questionnaire, checklist)Draft Outputs (Rolling, per episode).Draft edit of each episode (Episode 1 to 3)Draft English subtitles for each episodeDraft 10 short clips of 60 seconds each (initial set for early review)Final Outputs (Publish-ready)1 final edited French video episodes of 1 in-person recorded podcast1 English subtitle file for the French podcast2 final edited English video episodes of 2 online recorded podcastFrench subtitle file for the English podcast5–10 final short clips (~60 seconds each) + relevant subtitlesFinal export set formatted for YouTube and social platformsPublishing Confirmation + HandoverUpload/publishing completed (or scheduled) on agreed channelsHandover folder with final exports, subtitle files, and metadataTimeframe and durationThis consultancy is expected to be delivered over a maximum of 4 (Four) weeks (dependent on guest scheduling and review cycles) from the date of contract signing.Place/ location of service deliveredThis service will be provided remotely to CBM Global by the Consultant who will be based in Kenya. There will be no local or international travel for this consultancy.Required Expert ProfileProven experience producing/editing video podcasts and short-form social clips (portfolio required).Demonstrated ability to produce accurate English subtitles for French content and vice-versa (or a clear QA workflow).Ability to provide in-person recording support in Kenya and manage remote workflows (e.g., Zoom).Strong communication and ability to collaborate with a multi-stakeholder review group.Applicants with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.Payment scheduleThe payment will be made based on approved invoices in accordance with CBM Global’s specifications (see the CBM Global Consultancy Invoice Information).The consultancy rate is agreed as following:Payments will be paid as follows30% upon acceptance of inception package.70% after delivery of all the deliverables.Compliance with CBM Global policiesAll consultants are required to sign and be bound by CBM Global code of conduct for consultants and CBM Global Safeguarding Policy and Behaviour Code and CBM Accessibility Policy. These will be provided upon contracting.Canvassing of any kind by applicants, whether direct or indirect, with the intention of influencing the selection process may result in immediate disqualification from consideration.How to applyApplication documents with clear methodology, detailed workplan, CVs of key members of the evaluation team, and detailed budget should be sent by email to CBM Global at procurement.kenya@cbm-global.org with the Subject: “Podcast production” by 1700 hours East Africa time by 21 October 2026. Any proposals received after the stated time and date will be automatically rejected. Proposals that do not follow the guidelines above will be rejected.Any queries should be sent to: Ednar.Musyoka@cbm-global.org.