ACAPS is expanding its global consultant roster and is seeking senior professionals with deep experience in humanitarian analysis, research, and technical expertise. These consultancy opportunities are designed for individuals who want to contribute rigorous, independent analysis that supports decision-making in complex humanitarian crises worldwide. As a recognised leader in humanitarian analysis, ACAPS works to ensure that humanitarian responses are grounded in evidence, contextual understanding, and forward-looking insights. Consultants play a critical role in delivering this mission by providing high-quality analysis, specialist knowledge, and clear communication tailored to the needs of humanitarian actors. Purpose of the Consultancy Roster The expanded consultant roster will strengthen ACAPS’ ability to respond rapidly and flexibly to evolving humanitarian needs. Consultants are engaged on a project basis, contributing to analytical products, research initiatives, and capacity-building activities that inform strategic and operational decisions across the humanitarian sector. These roles are particularly well suited to experienced professionals seeking flexible, impactful consultancy work, while remaining closely engaged with real-world humanitarian challenges. Areas of Expertise ACAPS is recruiting consultants across 14 specialist areas, grouped into three broad categories: Analysis and Research Consultants in this area contribute advanced analytical skills and methodological expertise to support crisis analysis and forecasting. Areas include: Novel Data Expertise Anticipatory Analysis Conflict Analysis Data Science Resilience Analysis These roles focus on identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, often using innovative data sources and forward-looking approaches to inform preparedness and response. Thematic Expertise ACAPS is also seeking consultants with deep subject-matter knowledge across key humanitarian themes, including: Displacement Environment Food Security Gender Health Consultants in these areas provide contextual and technical insight, ensuring that analysis reflects sector-specific dynamics and the lived realities of affected populations. Communications and Design Clear communication is central to ACAPS’ impact. Consultants with creative and pedagogical skills are sought in the following areas: Content Editing Language Editing Graphic Design Training Design These roles support the production of accessible, high-quality analytical outputs and learning materials that translate complex analysis into practical guidance for humanitarian decision-makers. What Consultants Can Expect Consultants working with ACAPS benefit from a professional environment that values independence, rigour, and collaboration. Engagements vary in scope, duration, and intensity, allowing consultants to balance ACAPS assignments with other professional commitments. Key features of the consultancy include: Flexible, project-based contracts Opportunities to contribute to high-impact humanitarian analysis Collaboration with multidisciplinary, international teams Exposure to diverse crisis contexts and analytical challenges ACAPS works with consultants globally, and assignments may involve desk-based analysis, collaboration with field teams, or participation in research and training initiatives. Who Should Apply These opportunities are aimed at senior profiles with demonstrated experience in humanitarian contexts. Ideal candidates typically bring: Strong analytical, research, or technical expertise A solid understanding of humanitarian systems and crisis dynamics The ability to work independently while contributing to team-based outputs Excellent written communication skills, tailored to humanitarian audiences ACAPS values diversity of background and perspective, and welcomes applications from professionals across regions, disciplines, and sectors who share a commitment to improving humanitarian decision-making. Impact and Value By joining the ACAPS consultant roster, professionals contribute directly to improving the quality, relevance, and credibility of humanitarian analysis. Consultant inputs help humanitarian organisations better understand risks, prioritise needs, and design responses that are more effective, timely, and contextually appropriate. This work supports evidence-based action in some of the world’s most complex and rapidly evolving crises, reinforcing ACAPS’ role as a trusted source of independent humanitarian analysis. APPLY HERE Application Deadline 17 February 2025 These consultancy opportunities offer a meaningful way to apply specialist expertise to humanitarian challenges while maintaining professional flexibility. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be considered for inclusion in the ACAPS consultant roster. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization that is hiring. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. 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