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How to Apply for ACF - Consultant to support the development of a state of play report on criminalization of aid

at Action contre la Faim France

🏢 About Action contre la Faim France

Action contre la Faim (ACF) is a leading international humanitarian organization dedicated to ending hunger, with a strong focus on advocacy and legal frameworks that protect humanitarian action. Working on the HOPES project offers a unique opportunity to influence policy and safeguard humanitarian workers in complex legal environments.

About This Role

This consultant role involves producing a comprehensive 'state of play' report on the criminalization of humanitarian aid across eight countries. You will conduct legal analysis, map national practices, and interview key informants to highlight legal constraints and their practical impact on humanitarian operations.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing legal texts from one of the target countries, conducting a virtual interview with a humanitarian lawyer on the ground, and drafting sections of the report analyzing how counter-terrorism laws restrict aid delivery. You'll also coordinate with the ACF HOPES team to align findings with advocacy goals.

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🎯 Who Action contre la Faim France Is Looking For

  • An expert in international humanitarian law (IHL) and human rights law with at least 5 years of experience in legal analysis related to humanitarian access or counter-terrorism restrictions.
  • Proven ability to synthesize complex legal frameworks and produce high-quality reports for policy audiences, with strong drafting skills in English.
  • Experience conducting key informant interviews and engaging with stakeholders such as UN agencies, NGOs, or government bodies on sensitive legal topics.
  • Familiarity with the legal landscapes in at least some of the eight target countries (e.g., Syria, Yemen, Afghanistan, etc.) and understanding of how counter-terrorism measures affect humanitarian action.

📝 Tips for Applying to Action contre la Faim France

1

Tailor your CV to highlight specific experience with criminalization of aid, counter-terrorism legislation, or humanitarian access restrictions, using concrete examples.

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In your cover letter, explicitly name the eight target countries (if known) and briefly mention any relevant legal analysis you have conducted in similar contexts.

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Demonstrate your ability to work independently and remotely, as this is a home-based consultancy with minimal supervision.

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Provide samples of previous legal reports or publications that showcase your analytical and writing skills, especially on IHL or human rights topics.

5

Mention any familiarity with ACF's HOPES project or similar advocacy initiatives to show you understand the project's goals.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your expertise in IHL and counter-terrorism legal frameworks, with specific examples of how you have analyzed their impact on humanitarian action.', 'Your experience conducting multi-country legal research and drafting reports for policy or advocacy purposes.', 'Your ability to engage with diverse stakeholders through key informant interviews and synthesize qualitative data.', "Your commitment to protecting humanitarian workers and access, aligning with ACF's mission and the HOPES project objectives."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review ACF's HOPES project page and any published reports or advocacy materials on criminalization of aid.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the eight target countries' legal environments regarding humanitarian access and counter-terrorism laws.
  • → Read recent UN Security Council resolutions and OCHA statements on the protection of humanitarian workers and access constraints.
  • → Look into ACF's overall advocacy strategy and how this report feeds into broader policy influence at the EU and UN levels.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach mapping legal constraints across eight diverse countries with limited time and resources?
2 Can you discuss a specific example where counter-terrorism legislation criminalized humanitarian aid, and what legal arguments were used to challenge it?
3 How do you ensure objectivity and accuracy when drafting a report on sensitive legal issues that may be contested by states?
4 Describe your experience with remote stakeholder engagement and conducting key informant interviews in conflict-affected settings.
5 What are the key international legal frameworks (e.g., Geneva Conventions, UN resolutions) that protect humanitarian action, and how are they being undermined?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without referencing the specific legal focus on criminalization of aid or the HOPES project.
  • Overlooking the need for a practical, policy-oriented report; avoid overly academic language without clear recommendations.
  • Failing to demonstrate experience with multi-country research or key informant interviews, which are core to the role.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: May 3, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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