Call for Proposal Professional Photography Services
Background
Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung (HRNS) Ethiopia invites qualified and experienced professional photographers to submit proposals for photography consultancy services to support the documentation of its integrated livelihood development projects implemented in the Amhara and Oromia regions of Ethiopia.
The assignment aims to document project activities, results, beneficiary stories, sustainable coffee production practices, and landscape restoration efforts through high-quality and storytelling-driven photography.
Assignment Overview
The consultancy assignment will be conducted in two production rounds between August and December 2026.
| Component | Assignment Details |
| Project Areas | Amhara and Oromia Regions |
| Service Type | Professional Photography |
| Production Period | August – December 2026 |
| Production Rounds | Two Rounds |
| Deliverables | Minimum 200 professionally edited high-resolution photographs |
| Hero Images | 30 publication-quality photographs |
| Fieldwork Coverage | Coffee production, farmer activities, climate-smart practices, agroforestry, landscapes, and beneficiary stories |
| Language Requirement | Amharic required; Afaan Oromo is an advantage |
Note: The full Terms of Reference (ToR) is attached to this announcement for detailed information about the assignment, scope of work, deliverables, technical requirements, and application procedures.
Submission Requirements
Interested applicants must submit:
Technical Proposal Including:
- CV and/or Company Profile
- Portfolio of previous relevant photography work
- Equipment List
- Sample Works
- Previous Client References
- Brief methodology and work approach
Financial Proposal
- Detailed budget quotation for the assignment
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) attached to this announcement for the full scope of work, expected deliverables, qualification requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Submission Details
Physical Submission
Applicants are required to submit their proposals in a sealed envelope clearly labeled:
“Photography Consultancy Proposal”
The Technical Proposal and Financial Proposal must be submitted in separate sealed envelopes within the main package.
Soft Copy Submission
A soft copy of the Technical Proposal and portfolio/sample works should also be submitted using QR code, USB, or a downloadable link.
Evaluation Criteria
| Criteria | Weight |
| Portfolio, Experience, Technical Capacity & References | 60% |
| Understanding of Development Context & Rural Environment | 10% |
| Financial Proposal | 30% |
Submission Deadline: Friday, June 12.2026. 4 pm EAT
Key Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of professional photography experience
- Renewed Business license and VAT registration certificate
- Strong portfolio in documentary and storytelling photography
- Experience working in development, agricultural, or rural contexts
- Ability to produce high-quality, edited, and print-ready images
- Strong interpersonal and cultural sensitivity skills
- Ability to work in remote field environments
Submission Address
Office Address: Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung (HRNS) Ethiopia
Megenagna to Gurd-Shola Road, around Betsegah Hospital or Ethio Ceramics Building, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contact Person
Phone: +251 994012847 / +2519 46753594
Email: [email protected]
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
More Information
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
- Qualification BA/BSc

