The Project Management Unit (PMU) of Project VIE8748, University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University (HUAF), invites qualified consultants, production teams, or media companies to submit applications for the production of a project completion video for Project VIE8748 – “Informed Forestry Decisions, Sustainable Forest Management and Forest Certification in Smallholder Forests in Vietnam.”

1. Scope of work

The videographer/production team will undertake the following main tasks:

• Consult with HCA and CCCSC/HUAF to review the project’s key messages, priority stories and filming locations;
• Review relevant project documents, results and communication materials to developthe video narrative;
• Prepare a storyboard and shooting script
• Conduct field filming visits to participating cooperatives in Hue City and Nghe An Province;
• Conduct filmed interviews with key project stakeholders, including cooperative members, cooperative leaders, project staff and relevant partners. The consultant shall ensure the representation of women, youth, and PwDs (where appropriate)
• Edit, produce and deliver the final video products and raw footage as specified in Section 6 of this ToR;
• Ensure appropriate consent is obtained from all individuals filmed, in compliance with ethical and privacy standards.
• Ensure all videos are VIE8748-focused and contain all required logos and other project references. Logo files of FFD, the donor MFAF and project partners, and specific instructions on wording will be provided by FFD.

 

2. Deliverables

The selected consultant/production team shall deliver:

• A shooting script and filming plan, including the video concept, storyboard, filming schedule, interview plan, and production approach.
• A complete archive of raw footage from all filming locations, organized by site and accompanied by a list of recorded interviews and video content.
• Draft versions of the main project video and the promotional video for review and revision based on feedback from the project partners.
• One (01) project completion video (maximum 20 minutes) with Vietnamese narration and English subtitles, together with 3–5 short thematic clips (1–5 minutes each) in both landscape (16:9) and portrait (9:16) formats.
• One (01) promotional video (approximately 3 minutes) with English narration and English subtitles for international communication and dissemination.
• All final video products, raw footage, and editable project files in high-resolution digital format.

Note: All materials produced under this assignment shall become the property of FFD upon completion of the contract and may not be reused or published without prior written approval from FFD.

3. Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in documentary filmmaking or development communication video production, preferably in agriculture, forestry, environmental management, or rural development.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality videos with Vietnamese narration and English subtitles.
• Experience conducting filmed interviews with local communities, farmers, cooperatives, and project stakeholders.
• Professional technical capacity to produce broadcast-quality videos (minimum Full HD 1080p), including high-quality audio, editing, and color grading.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in rural and mountainous areas of Hue City and Nghe An Province.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with CCCSC/HUAF, project partners, and local stakeholders.
• Previous experience with similar international development projects will be considered an advantage.

4. Implementation Period

1 August 2026 – 10 October 2026

5. Maximum Budget

EUR 2,556 (inclusive of VAT and all consultancy, travel, accommodation, equipment, production, post-production, and other related costs).

6. Application Documents

Interested consultants or production companies are requested to submit:

• Company profile or portfolio of relevant video productions;
• Financial proposal (within the maximum budget);
• Curriculum Vitae (CVs) of key personnel.

7. Submission

Applications should be submitted no later than 30 July 2026 to:

Email: tranthiphuong@huaf.edu.vn

CC: chi.bui@ffd.fi

For further details, please refer to the attached Terms of Reference (ToR).

The Project Management Unit (PMU) of Project VIE8748, University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University (HUAF), warmly invites qualified individual consultants, consulting teams, and media production companies to apply for this assignment.

ToR_Video production_VIE8748_Final

The Project Management Unit of Project VIE8748 – “Informed Forestry Decisions, SustVIEable Forest Management and Forest Certification in Smallholder Forests in Vietnam” invites qualified individual consultants to apply for the position of Independent Consultant to conduct the Final Evaluation of the project.

Detailed information on the assignment, including the scope of work, qualifications, deliverables, implementation schedule, and application requirements, is provided in the attached Terms of Reference (TOR).

Application package

Applicants are requested to submit:

• Technical Proposal;
• Financial Proposal;
• Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• Declaration of No Conflict of Interest.

Assignment period: 15 July – 30 September 2026

Application deadline: 13 July 2026

Applications should be submitted electronically to:

• tranthiphuong@huaf.edu.vn
• CC: chi.bui@ffd.fi

The Project Management Unit welcomes applications from qualified and experienced consultants and looks forward to receiving your application.

On June 19, 2026, Mr. Nguyen Cong Hien and Mr. Nguyen Phuc Anh, members of the PGS Van Du Coordination Board, attended a workshop titled “Market Linkages – Promoting the Consumption of Forest and Farm Products for Cooperatives and Collaborative Groups.” The event was held under the framework of the Forest and Farm Facility (FFF) programme, funded by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

The workshop provided a platform for delegates, cooperatives, collaborative groups, and relevant stakeholders to exchange experiences in developing sustainable, climate-resilient production. It also offered an opportunity to explore market connectivity and expand distribution channels for forest and farm products.

Discussions focused on practical topics, including building green raw material supply zones for export, enhancing climate adaptation and quality management, market positioning for agricultural produce, capital and credit policies for cooperatives, as well as value chain development and product diversification. Practical case studies—such as the Yen Duong Cooperative, the BigGreen Vietnam clean food chain, and the bamboo shoot value chain in Van Ho (Son La)—provided valuable insights into production and market integration.

Participating in the workshop equipped PGS Van Du Coordination Board members with updated insights into market trends, buyer requirements, and value chain development strategies, thereby strengthening their capacity to support and connect local production groups.

Currently, Project AIN8748 is supporting the Minh Thanh Cooperative in Van Du Commune to develop organic farming models, including cucumber, rice, poultry, and beekeeping. The insights, practical experience, and networking opportunities gained from the event will assist the cooperative in refining its production, elevating product quality, and building stable distribution channels that align production with market demand for sustainable livelihood development.

 

From June 8 to 12, 2026, Ms. Phan Thi Truong Huong and Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Hai, members of the PGS Van Du Coordination Board, attended a Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on Organic Agriculture and Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS). The event was held under the framework of the Forest and Farm Facility (FFF) programme, funded by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

During the five-day course, participants were equipped with comprehensive knowledge of organic and ecological agriculture, basic standards of the Vietnam Organic Agriculture Association, soil and nutrient management, biodiversity conservation, pest control, compost production, botanical preparations, and circular farming practices. Additionally, the modules on the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) deepened their understanding of operational principles, internal monitoring, and the role of local communities in quality control.

Delivered through a Training of Trainers (TOT) methodology, the workshop combined theoretical instruction with practical application and communication skills training. This enables participants to effectively pass on their expertise and provide guidance to local farmer groups and communities.

The training enhances the capacity of PGS Van Du members while building a solid framework to drive local organic production forward. Currently, Project AIN8748 is supporting the Minh Thanh Cooperative in Van Du Commune to implement organic farming models, including cucumber, rice, poultry, and beekeeping. The insights and practical experience gained from the workshop will assist the cooperative in progressively improving production quality, strengthening organic management standards, and developing sustainable, climate-resilient agricultural models.

On May 16, 2026, the Quynh Tam Commune People’s Committee successfully hosted the “Stakeholder consultation workshop on the FSC forest certification smallholder group profile for Quynh Tam Cooperative”. This milestone event was organized under Project AIN 8748, which aims at sustainable forest management and certification for smallholder plantations in Vietnam.

The workshop saw full participation from key stakeholders, including leaders and forestry officials of Quynh Tam commune; representatives of the local Forest Protection Station; the North Nghe An Protection Forest Management Board; 12 village heads; representatives of major smallholder households, forestry experts, and the entire FSC Certification Management Board of Quynh Tam Cooperative. Mr. Truong Van Phuc, Director of Quynh Tam Cooperative, introduced the participants, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Phuong, National Project Coordinator for AIN 8748, delivered the opening remarks and outlined the workshop’s expectations.

Presentation of Core Technical and Management Topics

During the workshop, representatives of the Project Management Board presented strategic and technical forestry orientation topics for the locality:

• Raw material timber potential assessment: Analyzing timber volume and current status to shape supply capacity and enhance the economic value of smallholder plantations.

• Social impact and forestry risk assessment report: Identifying socio-economic impacts on local livelihoods and potential cultivation risks, while proposing effective mitigation measures.

• Sustainable forest management plan: Outlining technical roadmaps, harvesting, and replanting procedures in accordance with strict international standards.

• Biodiversity and High Conservation Value Forest report: Assessing ecosystems and proposing conservation measures for indigenous flora and fauna alongside economic activities.

Strategic Orientation and Problem-Solving from Local Authorities

Speaking at the workshop, the Quynh Tam commune forestry official highlighted the substantial benefits for forest owners joining the FSC system, such as increasing the commercial value of timber, accessing advanced cultivation practices, and securing long-term market stability. To resolve existing forest land management difficulties caused by historical factors and complex terrain, the local government announced plans to remeasure all forest land areas in the coming time. Concurrently, the commune authorities directly addressed residents’ procedural inquiries and actively encouraged more households to join to expand the smallholder group’s scale.

Furthermore, in light of the approaching severe heatwave, the representative of the North Nghe An Protection Forest Management Board issued urgent warnings regarding forest fire risks. Forest owners were requested to strictly control vegetation debris clearance, entirely avoid slash-burning during peak heat days with strong Foehn winds, adhere to regulated timeframes, clear firebreaks, and maintain close coordination for fire patrol and monitoring.

Dynamic Discussions and Practical Field Experiences from Villages

The consultation session witnessed active and practical contributions from village heads and local smallholders to internalize field procedures:

• Insights from Tien Son village: Sharing field experiences in managing 7-year-old plantations, focusing on density adjustments and proper thinning techniques to transition from small-timber to high-quality FSC large-timber models.

• Cultivation and vegetation debris clearance techniques: Engaging in deep discussions regarding optimal planting density and safe slash-burning methods compliant with forest fire prevention regulations.

• Occupational safety & Disaster response: Emphasizing the necessity of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during forestry operations and drafting proactive contingency plans for storms, flash floods, and landslides to minimize asset damage.

• Administrative bottleneck resolution: Local authorities acknowledged and pledged support for households with lost forest land-use rights certificates to secure their legal rights when joining the certification group.

The consultation workshop in Quynh Tam commune not only facilitated the finalization of technical reports for Project AIN 8748 but also fostered strong cohesion and consensus among authorities, technical units, and the local community. This builds a solid foundation for Quynh Tam Cooperative to realize its goal of expanding FSC-certified forest areas, elevating forestry economic value, and ensuring long-term environmental sustainability.

 

As part of the AIN8748 Project, on April 28, 2026, a training course entitled “Organic Free-Range Chicken Farming Techniques” was organized at Minh Thanh Agricultural Cooperative, with the participation of 30 local poultry farming households and cooperative staff members.

The training course was directly delivered by Dr. Le Xuan Anh. During the session, participants were introduced to and guided on how to distinguish between different poultry production models, including free-range chickens, safe poultry farming, organic-oriented poultry farming, and certified organic chickens.

The training focused on key technical aspects of organic chicken farming, such as appropriate housing design, stocking density management, breed selection standards, chick care techniques at different growth stages, the use of organic feed inputs, as well as disease prevention and vaccination measures.

Through the training program, participating households and cooperative staff gained a better understanding of organic chicken farming techniques, particularly recognizing the crucial role of organic feed sources in developing sustainable and safe poultry production systems.

At A Luoi 4 Commune, Hue City, the A Roang Agriculture-Forestry-Fishery Production and Business Cooperative, in collaboration with experts, has implemented a green-skinned pomelo planting model with promising initial results.

Efforts to Enhance Technical Capacity The program featured direct guidance from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Phuong (National Coordinator) and Dr. Tran Dang Khoa (Consulting Expert). The central goal is to improve the professional and technical expertise of cooperative members in handling issues related to pomelo cultivation.

Results After One Month The model is currently applied across 8,900 $m^2$ involving 22 households, with a total of 355 trees planted.

• Growth Status: After one month, the orchard is growing well, with over 85% of the trees producing new shoots and leaves.

• Challenges & Solutions: Some trees showed yellowing leaves due to insufficient basal fertilization or waterlogging causing root suffocation. Experts promptly instructed farmers to increase organic manure and NPK fertilizers, and to dig drainage ditches.

• Maintenance Techniques: Households were guided on the first round of top-dressing fertilization combined with organic manure and mulching to maintain soil moisture.

Future Outlook In the next phase, the cooperative will continue periodic top-dressing fertilization in April, July, and September. Additionally, pruning, canopy shaping, and pest control will be prioritized to ensure sustainable growth.

Plants 1 month after planting

Instructions for top-dressing fertilization techniques

Top-dressing with NPK combined with animal manure

Top-dressing with NPK combined with animal manure and mulching

Top-dressing with NPK in the perennial orchard

Plants 1 month after top-dressing fertilization

 

The first organic cucumber crop at Minh Thanh Cooperative, Van Du commune, Nghe An province has achieved results far exceeding initial expectations. Not only bringing a bumper harvest, this model also sends a positive signal about a sustainable agricultural development path in the locality.

Short-term crops for long-term gains, preserving large timber forests

Implemented from August 2025 within the framework of Project AIN8748, the organic agricultural model linked with large timber forest planting carries a dual purpose. The project helps small-scale forest owners earn additional income from short-term crops through organic farming methods, allowing them to maintain and keep acacia plantations for a longer cycle. To participate in the model, all households must commit to keeping acacia plantations for at least 8 years before harvesting, which is a choice that brings long-term value to both the economy and the environment.

Surveying and selecting the location to implement the model.

A systematic approach from production to consumption

Identifying quality as the core factor, right from the beginning, the model was meticulously prepared with the close companionship of organic agriculture experts under PGS standards. Going through strict processes from surveying soil and water, building farming plans to organizing technical training classes and production record keeping, people in Van Du have gradually become accustomed to clean, transparent, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Technical training on organic farming under PGS standards.

Not stopping at the production stage, Project AIN8748 has also supported market connection, brand building, and establishing a traceability system for the products. Through the connection program, Van Du PGS organic transitional cucumber products have been purchased every day by the BigGreen organic food chain with a stable price that is twice as high as previous crops.

Implementing the cucumber model and leaders of Van Du Commune People’s Committee visiting the Van Du PGS organic cucumber model.

The Van Du PGS Organic Certification Management Board awarding the Organic Transition Recognition Certificate to 2 production groups within the framework of the market connection program for organic products.

Paving the way for sustainable agriculture

Behind the lush green cucumber rows is the perseverance of the people, the support of experts, the Van Du PGS Management Board, and Minh Thanh Cooperative. This success also highlights the coordinating role of the Project Management Board at the Central Vietnam Climate Change Study Centre, University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University, along with the financial support and companionship of Project AIN8748 funded by the FFD organization and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland.

Van Du PGS organic transitional cucumbers displayed for sale in supermarkets in Hanoi.

Following this initial success, Minh Thanh Cooperative and the people of Van Du commune are now ready to expand the organic cucumber cultivation area according to PGS standards. A cucumber crop has closed, but a new path for agriculture linked with sustainable forest development in Van Du has only just begun.

In 2025, the project “AIN8748supported Minh Thanh Cooperative in Nghe An Province in implementing a conversion model for rice and cucumber production toward organic farming. This activity is part of the project’s efforts to promote sustainable agricultural production models, contributing to enhancing the value of local agricultural products and creating stable livelihoods for local communities.

After a period of implementation and improvement of the cultivation process, by February 2026, the organic-conversion cucumbers produced by Minh Thanh Cooperative were officially introduced to the market. With technical support from Dr. Tran Thi Thanh Binh – Director of the Center for Organic Agriculture, Vietnam National University of Forestry, who also serves as the PGS advisor for the project, and with the support of the AIN8748 Project Management Board, the cooperative gradually established its production procedures and connected with distribution channels. As a result, the product has been distributed through several reputable organic food store chains such as Biggreen and Bac Tom, with a total consumption of nearly 1,200 kg in February 2026.

The Van Du organic-conversion cucumbers produced by Minh Thanh Cooperative are cultivated following a transition-to-organic farming process, which emphasizes minimizing chemical inputs and protecting the soil ecosystem. Thanks to the distinctive soil and climate conditions of the Van Du area, the cucumbers have a naturally crisp texture, refreshing taste, and high nutritional value. The product not only aims to ensure consumer health and safety but also contributes to promoting sustainable farming practices and increasing the value of local agricultural products. In addition, the product has been registered for traceability within the CheckVN supply chain system, helping to improve transparency and strengthen consumer trust.

In the near future, the organic-conversion rice model implemented by Minh Thanh Cooperative is also expected to be completed and introduced to the market. This will further expand organic agricultural products while improving economic benefits for local farmers. Through these support activities, the AIN8748 project continues to promote sustainable agriculture and forestry production models linked with community livelihood development.

Some photos:

Organic-conversion cucumbers from Minh Thanh Cooperative displayed on the shelves at Biggreen

Product information on the CheckVN traceability system