Call for Expression of Interest: Standing Panel Technical & Operational Services, Southeast Asia

Job Description

1. KEY INFORMATION
   Job Title: Call for Expression of Interest: Standing Panel for Technical & Operational Services
   Location: Southeast Asian countries (Lao PDR, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam)
   
   SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
   
   The Southeast Asia Gender-Based Violence Prevention Platform 2024-2029 (The Platform) was established out of a shared commitment to end GBV against women and girls in all their diversity. It is an Australian Government initiative that aims to strengthen locally led efforts to prevent GBV in the Southeast Asia region.
   
   SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
   
   To support an effective and time-efficient operational services of the Platform Program in collaboration with partners and stakeholders of the program, Cowater is seeking to establish standing offer arrangements (or “Panel”) in two service categories with both individuals and firms who possess a wide range of skills, capabilities, and areas of expertise. Once selected, the platform will have a panel dedicated to individuals and Organisations / Firms. The selection process for each will follow different criteria and application processes. Selected individuals / Organisations will be placed into the platform Panel - Services Standing Offer. 
   
   Cowater may use the ‘Panel’ as its preferred sourcing method to support the delivery of The Platform program of work until 2029.
   
   The detailed Terms of Reference and Application Templates can be found here: https://www.cowater.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GBV-PP-Terms-of-Reference-Standing-Panel.pdf
   
   KEY CATEGORIES
   
   Category 1:  General Program Management
   Simultaneous Interpreter (Please state on your CV if you are able to interpret sign language): To translate spoken language (Southeast Asian Languages to English and vice versa) directly and spontaneously, which is a requirement of the platform Program in meeting events.

• Individual applicants: applicant is not applying as part of a legal company, organisation, or firm.
1. Sign Language Interpreter: To provide sign language interpretation for Southeast Asian and English sign languages.
2. AI translation: refers to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, particularly machine learning and natural language processing (NLP), to automatically translate text or speech from one language (Southeast Asian Languages and English into another language and vice versa. For use in live events like workshops.
   Category 2:  Communications and Knowledge Management
   
3. Website developer: to manage back-end and front-end of the website including troubleshooting issues.
4. Graphic Designer (still & motion): To visualise and create graphics including illustrations, logos, layouts, info graphics, motion graphics, photos and so forth to shape the visual aspects of website, social media channels, publications, books, magazines, conference kits, exhibitions and more. Graphics should capture the attention of intended audiences and communicate messages correctly and clearly. For this, you need to have a creative flair and a strong ability to translate requirements into design.
5. Photographers (Lao PDR, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam) To capture photos of people, places, and Program activities through the use of creativity and technical abilities in photographic equipment and photo manipulation software. To ensure that desired results are obtained, photographers have to communicate effectively with the Platform team regarding expectations to meet standards and deadlines of projects. Other duties include recommending creative ideas and solutions to achieve desired results and maintaining a professional image.
6. Videographers (Lao PDR, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam): To plan, film, and edit videos that could be used for a variety of projects such as movies, advertisements, tv shows, or for use on online platforms. This includes directing people to capture specific actions and events for the camera. The final products should be able to deliver concise, visually pleasing stories and be transferrable to various online media platforms.
7. Video editor: Assembles, arranges, and modifies video footage, audio, graphics, and effects to create a finished product that communicates a clear story or message supporting creation of contents for social media channels/ specific pillar needs.
8. Offline Event Organiser: To plan, manage, and organise events in the most efficient and cost-effective way. This includes license or permit arrangement, venue reservation, communications collaterals production/delivery/instalment/dismantling, accommodation/transportation arrangement, host/moderator/speaker hiring and coordination, events’ promotion and so forth.
9. Online Event Organiser: Supporting the Communications Team to manage and organise an online event such as webinars, stakeholder meetings and other public facing events.
   
   SELECTION CRITERIA
   The Proposals will be evaluated against the Selection Criteria listed below:
   
10. Technical Criteria
• Organisation/Firm applicants: two or more people applying under a single “corporation or trading entity’. The applicant organisation/firm must be legally recognised (such as Limited Liability, Foundation, etc.)
• Relevant experience in category (depth & breadth) - 25 pts
• Quality of key personnel/CVs (qualifications, language pairs, portfolio) - 20 pts
• Methodology/approach & availability (turnaround, tools, QA) - 15 pts
• Past performance (references, samples) - 10 pts 2. Financial Criteria
  Applications will be evaluated on a 70/30 (technical/financial) basis
  
  APPLICATION PROCESS
  
  Proposal Format
  
  The Expression of Interest must be provided in the following information below (for Individual), and for the organisations/firms using the attached format. Submission of forms 1-5 in PDF form is a must.
  
  Individuals/Firms/Organisations must submit the following:
  

1. Cover Letter (Form 1)
2. Technical Proposal (Form 2)
3. Financial Proposal (Form 3)
4. Service Category Form (Form 4)
5. Project References (Form 5)
   Application Forms: https://www.cowater.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Annex-1-Application-Forms.docx
   
   Important notes:
   

• For individuals - provide a CV together with the cover letter outlining your suitability to provide the proposed services;
• Include daily rate in Australian Dollars.
• A list of names, contact numbers and organisations of 3 (three) referees. Adjust the forms to suit an individual proponent.  Proposal Submission
  
• Proposals should be submitted by email to Naing@prevention-platform.org by COB March 6th, 2026
• Please insert ”THE PLATFORM PANEL - by Service Category” in the email subject line.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
  Any questions or requests for clarification related to this Call for EOI should be sent by email and addressed to: Mr. Thaw Naing at Thaw.Naing@prevention-platform.org.
  
  Cowater International strives to maintain a fair, transparent, and human centered recruitment process. As part of our commitment to responsible hiring practices and compliance with evolving recruitment regulations, we may use AI assisted tools to support limited aspects of our talent acquisition workflow, such as reviewing or shortlisting applications. These tools are used only to enhance efficiency and consistency in our processes. All assessments, interviews, and final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruiting managers. Candidates may request additional information about the use of these tools or reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
  
  Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.
  
  We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2017.

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