Consultancy: Deployment of a Cash and Voucher Assistance Framework

Background

Save the Children (SC) has developed a new Framework to promote operational and technical standards within cash and voucher assistance (CVA). This new framework will replace the existing Cash Transfers Programming Operations Manual (CTP), and it has been designed to align with standard tools and templates used for the SC Quality Framework.

• The CVA Framework contains 1) the “CVA Operations Procedures”) which reflects the mandatory steps required for the implementation of CVA, 2) A reference manual, and 3) a set of mandatory and optional tools and templates to support CVA set up and delivery.

The Procedure outlines the minimum requirements for CVA preparedness and through the full end-to-end CVA project implementation cycle. Its purpose is to : 1) to guide SC’s COs to complete key mandatory actions according to their level of CVA experience and the context; 2) to clarify by whom CVA decisions are made and upon what basis; 3) to demonstrate the ongoing role of CVA technical teams through an implementation cycle; 4) to clearly connect CVA processes with other organisational requirements and policies.

The CVA Framework also describes the operational processes required when delivering CVA, outlining the different roles and responsibilities of the functional teams involved (such as Supply Chain, Finance and Legal) and includes workflows cross-functional RACI and escalation paths. Thirdly, the new CVA Framework include a library of resources that will be available for all SC staff, including tools, templates and guidance documents referred into the CVA procedures.

Purpose of the Consultancy

Save the Children is seeking to hire an experienced consultant to support the deployment of the new CVA Framework. The focus of the work will be on knowledge management and capacity building. The consultant will support SC’s team in

• The finalization of the key tools, templates and guidance documents related to the CVA Procedure
• The development of communication and training materials required for the first phase of the CVA Framework roll out.

Expected Deliverables

• Finalization of the key tools, templates and guidance documents included in the CVA Procedures (Ensure coherence, use of harmonized terminology and adequacy of each tool, guidance, template included in the CVA procedures).
• Develop a library of resources that will be used as a reference for the CVA Procedures.
• Develop communication materials for the dissemination of the framework with the different stakeholders.
• Develop a training package to training trainers ( ToT)
• Organize and lead the Training of Trainers ToT with the CVA Global team and focal points from different functions
• Support the Cash Ops and Preparedness technical advisor (TA) in updating the mandatory policies and procedures for each support function which are included in the framework (Supply Chain, Legal, Finance).

Duration

The consultancy is expected to start w/c 10 November, for an estimated duration of 60 working days until end of January 2026 (with a possible short extension of 30 days).

How to apply

Selection criteria for consultant

• At least 5 years of professional experience in developing curriculum on cash and voucher assistance.
• Experience developing operational guidance and training packages
• Experience in training and capacity building
• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in English
• Experience working in Global CVA teams and delivering CVA projects in humanitarian contexts

Desirable criteria:

• Experience working with Finance, Supply Chain, Legal and other core operational functions, especially in relation to cash operations
• Proficiency in French, Spanish, or Arabic.

Application instructions

Interested individuals are requested to submit proposals including the following documents:

• Cover letter/expression of interest
• A complete profile of the organisation/individuals, highlighting previous relevant experience
• CVs of all team members

All proposals must be submitted no later than 10th November 2025. Please submit applicants to Bianca Gallagher, bianca.gallagher@savethechildren.org. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for the interviews will be contacted. Save the children is a child cantered organisation. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. To learn more about how we are and what we do, please visit our website www.savethechildren.com