Action For Humanity (AFH) and its partners seek an external consultant to coordinate and conduct 
research on the enablers and barriers affecting women’s leadership rights and participation in Syria. The 
consultant’s expertise will ensure high-quality data collection and analysis to inform policy and advocacy 
at national and international levels. We offer a competitive consultancy rate, determined by the value and 
expertise the consultant brings to the project, along with the opportunity to contribute to impactful global 
projects with a leading humanitarian organisation.

Action for Humanity (AFH) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and 
disaster relief. Established in 2011 by a group of doctors, AFH has grown into a leading humanitarian actor 
operating in over 14 countries to provide life-saving assistance, healthcare, education and long-term support
to communities affected by conflict, natural disasters and displacement. Alongside its operational work, 
AFH conducts research and policy analysis to amplify the voices of marginalised groups and influence 
humanitarian and development agendas. Through this dual focus on direct action and evidence-based 
advocacy, AFH strives to create lasting impact and systemic change.

Scope of work

The consultant will, based on a final agreed methodology, oversee and coordinate with internal data 
collectors and carry out analysis. A mixed methods approach is preferred seen below: -
• Conducting primary research through interviews with women leaders, activists, civil society members, 
local officials, NGO workers and international stakeholders
• Conducting primary research through focus group discussions with diverse groups (urban, rural, 
displaced, youth, and marginalised women) as well as compiling some case studies that capture how 
women’s leadership roles have evolved over time
• Conducting secondary research through desk review of policy documents, program reports, funding 
allocations and AFH’s previous Recognising Resilience report
Key Deliverables 
• Inception report: methodology, tools (KII and FGD guides) and workplan (including sampling strategy, 
data quality assurance mechanisms and ethics annex detailing handling of materials and referral 
pathways in case of a consent related or safeguarding issue)
• Progress update: Summary of data and raw data shared 
• Final report: Analysis with case studies 

What we are looking for in our Research Consultant:

Qualifications and experience

• Advanced degree in gender studies, social sciences, international development or a related 
field
• 5 years of experience in research and analysis, preferably in conflict/post-conflict contexts
• Proven experience in producing research in the area of women’s rights, participation and 
gender dynamics
• Professional fluency in Arabic (for conducting interviews and training data collectors) and 
English (for analysis and reporting)
• Familiarity with the Syrian context and sensitivity to cultural and political dynamics
• Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated expertise on gender equality, women’s rights, and leadership in fragile settings
Languages
• Fluent in English, verbal and written. 

Budget and payment:

Consultants are requested to submit a financial proposal indicating:

• Proposed daily rate for the consultancy
• Estimated total cost based on the scope and timeline
• Any additional costs (if applicable)
Please note that the final contract will be negotiated based on the submitted proposal and the agreed 
scope of work.
Application process:
Interested consultants should submit the below documents to recruitment@actionforhumanity.org:
• CV and cover letter
• Technical proposal (methodology, work plan, timeline)
• Financial proposal (daily rate and total estimated cost)
• One or two relevant writing samples (written in English)

The assessment process will include an interview and presentation