Consultant for Community-Based Drama Presentations at Taimako Community Development Initiative - 4 Openings

TCDI is one of the frontline National Non-governmental organizationswith over a decade of experience in providing humanitarian and development services in Nigeria. It has partnered with numerous government agencies, National and International NGOs as well as UN Agencies in the design, planning, implementation, and supervision of programmes and activities aimed at improving the lives of rural and urban communities.

The organization has footprints across the focal states and has been engaging with communities through its network of field workers and volunteers. TCDI was established in 2008 and registered with the Federal Government of Nigeria under the Corporate Affairs Commission (C.A.C.), Abuja on 23rd May 2014 with registration number IT/69569 and other regulatory bodies in the focal states.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant for Community-Based Drama Presentations

Locations: Nguru, Bade and Nangere -  Yobe
Employment Type: Contract

Title Of Assignment
Consultant for community-based drama presentations for the commemoration of International Campaign Days for Women and People with Disabilities in Yobe State, as follows:

• Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence/Disability-Based Violence.
• International Women’s Day.
• World Menstrual Hygiene Day.

Introduction

• Promoting Inclusive Education and Vocational Training in Nigeria (Pro-IEVTiN) is a project co-funded by the German Government (BMZ) and Christoffel Blinded Mission (CBM) and implemented in Yobe state by Taimako Community Development Initiative (TCDI).
• As part of efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of women and girls and persons with disabilities is strengthened, and awareness within communities on gender-based and disability-based violence is raised, TCDI seeks to engage consultants to facilitate community drama presentations to commemorate:
  • 16 Days of Activism (International Days for Women and People with Disabilities).
  • International Women's Day
  • Menstrual Hygiene Day

Purpose of the Consultancy

• The consultant will design, plan, and facilitate community-based drama presentations aimed at raising awareness and changing attitudes and social norms around GBV and DBV among community members in selected communities in Yobe State.
• The focus is on prevention, inclusion, rights, and available support for survivors, including persons with disabilities.

Specific Objectives

• To develop a culturally relevant drama script (or adapt an existing one) addressing GBV and DBV, reflecting local realities in Yobe State.
• To train and support local drama groups (actors, facilitators), including persons with disabilities, in performing the drama.
• To facilitate presentation of the drama in the communities, engaging key groups (youth, women, men, persons with disabilities, and traditional/spiritual leaders).
• To conduct audience engagement sessions (post-drama discussions, question/answer, and feedback) to deepen understanding and reflection.
• To monitor and document the impacts (knowledge, attitudes, and intentions) of the drama presentations among community members.

Scope Of Work / Key Tasks:
The consultant will be expected to undertake, but not be limited to, the following:

• Conduct a needs assessment/baseline (e.g., focus groups, key informant interviews) to understand prevailing attitudes, knowledge, and practices about GBV and DBV in the target communities.
• Develop or adapt a drama script (or scripts) in local languages (e.g., Hausa) incorporating messages about GBV, DBV, rights, prevention, support services, and disability inclusion.
• Recruit / identify local actors / theatre/drama group(s), ensuring inclusion of persons with disabilities.
• Train cast and facilitators in drama delivery, disability sensitivity, safe messaging, handling disclosures, etc.
• Plan logistics for the performances: locations, permissions, community mobilization, materials, and scheduling.
• Facilitate drama performances in the agreed communities.
• Facilitate post-performance engagement: discussions, reflection, feedback, and linking to support services.
• Document the process: video/photo (if agreed), testimonies, lessons learned, successes, and challenges.
• Prepare reports: inception report, performance/interim report, and final report with evaluation and recommendations.

Deliverables
The consultant will be required to deliver the following outputs for three local government areas (Bade, Nangere, and Nguru) within the agreed timeframe and to the satisfaction of TCDI:

Duration:

• Proposed duration: 1 month (to allow for script development, training, performances, and evaluation).
• Proposed start date: 10th November 2025. End date: 29th May 2026
• Key milestones (script ready, training done, performance, final report).

Location(s):

• Yobe State, Bade, Nangere, and Nguru LGAs / Nasarawa, Dabule, and Sabon-garin Nangere communities.

Reporting and Supervision:

• The consultant will report to Fatima Usama, GBV, Protection/Safeguarding Officer.
• Regular weekly check-ins to provide progress updates.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social science, drama/theatre arts, gender studies, development studies, or related fields. Masters preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in facilitating community dramas, theatre for development, and participatory arts for social change.
• Demonstrated experience in GBV/disability/inclusion programming.
• Good understanding of local culture, norms, and languages of Yobe State.
• Ability to work with vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities, women, and youth, and ensure safe, inclusive facilitation.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong monitoring & evaluation skills (ability to track changes in knowledge/attitudes).

Payment Terms and Contract:

• Payment terms will be specified in the consultant’s contract and made upon successful delivery of the community drama and submission of all the required deliverables.

Ethical Considerations And Safeguarding:

• Ensure that all messages are delivered in ways that do not retraumatize survivors or stigmatize persons with disabilities.
• Ensure informed consent from participants, especially when involving persons with disabilities.
• Provide safe spaces for discussions and referral pathways for victims of violence.
• Confidentiality of personal stories/testimonies.

Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation:

• Baseline/pre-performance data (knowledge, attitudes).
• Post-performance evaluation (immediate and possibly follow-up) to assess change.
• Use feedback from communities to adapt performances.
• Document lessons learned and best practices.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2025.