Thematic Study: Impacts of Humanitarian Funding Cuts and Prioritisation Decisions | SOHS 2026

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ALNAP is commissioning a thematic study exploring the impacts of funding cuts on humanitarian action, with a focus on prioritisation decisions made by humanitarian actors. This study is part of the State of the Humanitarian System 2026 research programme.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Conducting qualitative research in crisis-affected contexts to gather data and insights.
  • Engaging with humanitarian actors to understand funding allocation and prioritisation.
  • Analysing and presenting findings on the consequences of funding cuts and prioritisation decisions.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

  • Extensive experience working in crisis-affected contexts and engaging with humanitarian actors.
  • Strong understanding of recent trends in humanitarian financing and prioritisation.
  • Proven ability to conduct rigorous research and synthesise actionable insights.

Proposal:

Proposals should include:

  • Draft method/approach that outlines which questions would be focused on, and how questions will be answered
  • Explanation of applicants’ suitability for the role, in particular focusing on relevant prior experience collecting similar data at country level or engaging in needs-based decision-making processes
  • Day rate and budget, including indicative costs for travel if applicable.  Please do not include any communications/publications budget costs as these are covered by ALNAP independently of the contract

Timeline:

Applications should be sent by email to alnap@alnap.org by midnight UK time on the Friday 13th December. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Impact of Funding Cuts on Humanitarian Action

Join ALNAP in examining how funding cuts shape prioritisation decisions and affect people in crisis. Propose a methodology, engage stakeholders, and help uncover actionable insights.