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Call for Expression of Interest: WFP Household Registration Initiative (Sudan)

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026

The World Food Programme (WFP) invites eligible entities to participate in its 2026 household registration initiative in Aj Jazirah State, Sudan. The program focuses on biometric registration, household verification, and bank account setup to ensure timely, accurate, and inclusive food assistance for vulnerable populations.

Overview

The WFP 2026 Household Registration Initiative aims to strengthen food security and assistance programs by creating clean, deduplicated lists of eligible households in Aj Jazirah State, Sudan. The initiative ensures transparent, fair, and inclusive targeting of vulnerable populations while supporting planning for food and cash distributions.

Objectives

The initiative prioritizes:

  • Biometric household registration for accurate identification

  • Household verification to confirm eligibility and prevent duplication

  • Bank account opening for financial assistance distribution

  • Inclusive coverage of marginalized and hard-to-reach groups

  • Transparent selection based on vulnerability data

  • Activation of feedback and grievance mechanisms

  • Community engagement to explain the process, purpose, and benefits of registration

Target Beneficiaries

The initiative ensures inclusion of:

  • Persons with disabilities

  • Female-headed households

  • Nomadic populations

  • Individuals with intersectional vulnerabilities

Roles and Responsibilities of Participating Entities

Entities selected through the Expression of Interest (EOI) process will:

  1. Conduct household registration and verification, including biometric capture

  2. Engage communities to explain the process, benefits, and responsibilities

  3. Ensure inclusive coverage of marginalized and vulnerable groups

  4. Activate feedback and grievance mechanisms for transparency and accountability

  5. Compile clean, deduplicated lists of eligible individuals and households

  6. Document community consultations and sensitization sessions to support transparency and trust

  7. Collaborate with WFP to ensure data integrity and program alignment

Funding and Support

While the EOI does not specify individual grant amounts, selected entities may receive technical and operational support from WFP to implement the registration process in line with program objectives.

Who is Eligible?

  • NGOs, community-based organizations, or service providers with experience in household registration, biometric data collection, or vulnerability targeting

  • Entities capable of ensuring inclusive and ethical engagement with hard-to-reach or marginalized populations

  • Organizations with a proven track record of accountability, transparency, and community consultation

How the Process Works

  1. Expression of Interest Submission: Eligible entities submit EOI demonstrating relevant experience and capacity

  2. Screening and Selection: WFP evaluates submissions based on experience, capability, and alignment with program goals

  3. Collaboration and Training: Selected entities receive guidance and tools from WFP for survey and registration implementation

  4. Household Registration: Field teams conduct biometric registration, verification, and bank account setup

  5. Data Management: WFP ensures clean, deduplicated, and verified household data for future programming

  6. Feedback and Grievance Handling: Mechanisms activated to manage complaints and appeals transparently

FAQs

1. Who can apply to participate? NGOs, CBOs, or service providers with experience in household registration, biometric data collection, or vulnerability targeting.
2. What is the main goal of this initiative? To ensure accurate, inclusive, and timely assistance for vulnerable populations in Aj Jazirah State, Sudan.
3. What groups are prioritized? Persons with disabilities, female-headed households, nomadic populations, and individuals with intersectional vulnerabilities.
4. What is the budget for participating entities? Specific funding is not disclosed; WFP provides operational and technical support.
5. What data collection methods are used? Biometric registration, household verification, and bank account setup for assistance delivery.
6. Are feedback mechanisms included? Yes, all participants have access to grievance and appeal mechanisms for transparency and accountability.
7. How will the collected data be used? To create clean, deduplicated household lists informing future food and cash distributions and program planning.

Conclusion

The WFP 2026 Household Registration Initiative provides a structured, ethical, and inclusive approach to identifying vulnerable populations in Sudan. By generating high-quality, sex- and vulnerability-disaggregated data, the program ensures fair and transparent assistance, strengthens food security interventions, and empowers marginalized communities through safe, accountable, and well-targeted support.

For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.