Norwegian Refugee Council Seeks Consultant for Partnership Practice Compendium | Apply by 17 June 2026

Professionals with expertise in humanitarian partnerships, monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, and organizational learning have an exciting opportunity to work with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). The organization is currently seeking proposals for a consultancy assignment focused on developing a comprehensive Partnership Practice Compendium that will document and share effective partnership approaches across NRC operations.

This consultancy offers a unique chance to contribute to global humanitarian learning while helping one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations strengthen collaboration and knowledge-sharing across multiple countries and contexts.

About the Norwegian Refugee Council

The Norwegian Refugee Council is an internationally recognized humanitarian organization dedicated to protecting the rights of displaced people and providing assistance to communities affected by conflict, disasters, and displacement. NRC operates in numerous countries worldwide and works closely with local organizations, community groups, governments, and humanitarian actors to deliver effective and sustainable support.

Partnerships play a critical role in NRC’s programming and operational success. Through this consultancy, the organization aims to document successful partnership practices that can inform future initiatives and strengthen humanitarian impact globally.

About the Partnership Practice Compendium Consultancy

The consultancy focuses on producing a publication-ready Partnership Practice Compendium that captures effective, promising, and adaptable partnership practices from selected NRC country operations.

The final publication will highlight practical examples of successful collaboration and provide valuable learning for teams working in different humanitarian contexts.

For the purpose of this assignment, a “partnership practice” may include:

• A specific programme or project
• A partnership model or framework
• A local response initiative
• An operational solution
• A way of working with local partners
• A community engagement approach
• An adaptation implemented during emergencies
• An innovative collaboration method

The selected consultant will identify practices that demonstrate strong learning value and have potential relevance beyond their original context.

Key Objectives of the Assignment

The primary objective is to create a practical resource that supports learning and adaptation across NRC’s global operations.

The consultancy will document:

• What was implemented
• Why the practice was considered effective
• The conditions that contributed to success
• Resources required for implementation
• Enabling factors that supported results
• Risks and limitations
• Lessons learned
• Recommendations for adaptation in other contexts

The final compendium should provide actionable insights that humanitarian professionals can use to improve partnership effectiveness and programme delivery.

Expected Deliverables

The selected consultant will be responsible for producing a high-quality publication that accurately captures successful partnership experiences.

Deliverables are expected to include:

• Review and analysis of selected partnership practices
• Stakeholder interviews and consultations
• Documentation of lessons learned
• Assessment of success factors
• Identification of challenges and contextual considerations
• Development of practical recommendations
• Preparation of a publication-ready compendium

The final product should be accessible, informative, and useful for humanitarian practitioners across diverse operational settings.

Who Should Apply?

This consultancy is particularly suitable for experienced professionals with backgrounds in:

• Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
• Humanitarian Programming
• Knowledge Management
• Organizational Learning
• International Development
• Research and Analysis
• Partnership Development
• Programme Quality and Learning
• Capacity Strengthening
• Documentation and Reporting

Candidates should possess excellent writing and analytical skills, experience conducting stakeholder consultations, and a strong understanding of humanitarian partnerships.

Professionals who have worked with international NGOs, United Nations agencies, donor-funded programmes, or civil society organizations may find this opportunity especially relevant.

Why This Consultancy Matters

In today’s complex humanitarian environment, organizations increasingly rely on partnerships to deliver effective assistance and create sustainable impact.

Documenting successful practices helps organizations:

• Improve programme quality
• Strengthen collaboration with local actors
• Share lessons across countries
• Promote innovation
• Support evidence-based decision-making
• Increase operational effectiveness
• Build institutional knowledge

The Partnership Practice Compendium will serve as an important learning resource for NRC and its partners, helping to strengthen future humanitarian interventions and partnership strategies.

Important Dates

Interested consultants should take note of the following deadlines:

• RFQ Issued: 3 June 2026
• Questions Submission Deadline: 11 June 2026, 16:00 CEST
• Proposal Submission Deadline: 17 June 2026, 16:00 CEST

Applicants are encouraged to begin reviewing the documentation as early as possible to ensure sufficient time for proposal preparation.

How to Apply

Consultants can access the Request for Quotation (RFQ) package through the following link:

RFQ Package Download:
https://etbsystem.no/ClientTrans/Download?ID=bSbOtVmme7I%3d

Submit Proposals Here:
https://etbsystem.no/ClientTrans/Upload?ID=bSbOtVmme7I%3d

Submit Questions Through:
https://etbsystem.no/ClientTrans/QA?ID=bSbOtVmme7I%3d

For technical issues accessing the documents, applicants may contact:

Email: md.procurement@nrc.no

Please note that proposal submissions sent via email will not be accepted. All applications must be submitted through the official online procurement platform.

Final Thoughts

The NRC Partnership Practice Compendium Consultancy presents an excellent opportunity for consultants who are passionate about humanitarian learning, partnership effectiveness, and organizational knowledge management. By documenting successful partnership approaches and identifying lessons that can be replicated across different contexts, the selected consultant will contribute directly to strengthening humanitarian action worldwide.

Experienced professionals interested in helping shape future partnership strategies and support evidence-based learning are encouraged to submit their proposals before the 17 June 2026 deadline.

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