Humanitarian professionals, policy researchers, and consultancy experts have a new opportunity to contribute to stronger humanitarian action across Africa as the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) launches a remote eight-week consultancy assignment focused on African Union engagement.
The consultancy seeks an experienced service provider to conduct research and analysis on how international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) can better engage with the African Union (AU) to influence humanitarian responses, development decisions, and policies affecting displaced communities.
Titled “Mapping of African Union – INGO Influencing Opportunities,” the project aims to identify strategic pathways for improving humanitarian advocacy and strengthening partnerships between INGOs and continental institutions.
Consultancy Will Examine How INGOs Can Influence African Union Decisions
Across Africa, humanitarian crises are becoming increasingly complex, prolonged, and interconnected. Conflict, displacement, climate-related challenges, and social pressures continue to affect millions of people, creating a need for stronger regional coordination and sustainable solutions.
The Danish Refugee Council recognises that engagement with institutions such as the African Union is essential for shaping effective humanitarian and development outcomes.
Through this consultancy, the selected expert will examine:
- Existing relationships between INGOs and African Union structures.
- Current humanitarian influencing approaches used by international organisations.
- Opportunities for stronger collaboration with AU bodies.
- Strategic entry points for DRC’s future engagement.
- Recommendations for improving humanitarian advocacy efforts.
The research will support DRC’s goal of contributing to rights-based policies and more locally anchored responses to displacement and humanitarian emergencies.
Fully Remote Consultancy Available for Eight Weeks
The assignment provides a flexible opportunity for qualified consultants and consultancy organisations to work remotely while contributing to an internationally relevant humanitarian initiative.
Key details include:
- Organisation: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
- Consultancy Title: Mapping of African Union – INGO Influencing Opportunities
- Reference Number: DKHQ_RFP_PR_00401155
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Work Arrangement: Fully remote
- Contract Type: One-time purchase
- Tender Category: Services
- Location: DRC Headquarters, Copenhagen, Denmark
The consultancy is open to eligible and qualified service providers who can demonstrate relevant experience and technical capacity.
Consultant Expected to Deliver Strategic Research and Recommendations
The successful consultant will be responsible for analysing the humanitarian influencing environment surrounding the African Union and identifying practical opportunities for engagement.
The assignment will include:
- Reviewing how INGOs currently interact with AU institutions.
- Mapping relevant AU departments, mechanisms, and platforms.
- Identifying opportunities for humanitarian advocacy and policy influence.
- Analysing challenges and barriers to effective engagement.
- Developing recommendations for DRC’s strategic approach.
- Producing clear findings to guide future decision-making.
The final outputs are expected to provide DRC with a better understanding of where and how it can strengthen its engagement with African continental actors.
Opportunity for Humanitarian and Policy Experts
The consultancy is designed for professionals with experience in humanitarian affairs, international development, policy research, or regional governance.
Potential applicants may include:
- Humanitarian consultants.
- Researchers specialising in African governance or development.
- Policy and advocacy specialists.
- Experts with experience working with regional institutions.
- Professionals familiar with refugee protection and displacement issues.
- Consultancy firms providing strategic analysis services.
Strong candidates are expected to have research skills, knowledge of humanitarian systems, and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations.
About the Danish Refugee Council
Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council is one of the world’s leading humanitarian organisations supporting displaced people and communities affected by crises.
The organisation works in nearly 30 countries and focuses on protecting displaced populations, advocating for their rights, and supporting sustainable futures for people forced to flee.
Through its humanitarian influencing work, DRC seeks to:
- Improve international and regional responses to emergencies.
- Promote policies that protect refugees and displaced people.
- Support evidence-based humanitarian funding decisions.
- Advance rights-based approaches to displacement.
The organisation operates across East Africa, West Africa, and the Great Lakes region, where displacement challenges remain a major humanitarian priority.
Applications Open Until August 2026 Deadline
Qualified consultancy providers interested in contributing to this research opportunity are encouraged to review the tender requirements and submit proposals before the deadline.
Important application information:
- Tender Published: 13 July 2026
- Submission Deadline: 3 August 2026 at 16:00 UTC
- Tender Reference: DKHQ_RFP_PR_00401155
- Handling Office: DRC Headquarters Procurement Team
The eight-week remote consultancy offers an opportunity for humanitarian experts to contribute to improved regional coordination, stronger advocacy approaches, and more effective responses to displacement challenges across Africa.
How to Apply
Eligible and qualified consultancy service providers are invited to submit proposals in accordance with the tender dossier.
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Applications must be submitted before: Closing Date: 03 August 2026 at 16:00 UTC
