Preparing for cash and voucher assistance: Developing capabilities and building capacities

The growth of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian settings has led to a recognition of the importance of developing preparedness measures to ensure programmes are designed and implemented effectively. An organization’s ability to deliver cash and voucher assistance (CVA) is dependent upon available capacities and acquired capabilities, emphasizing the importance of information-sharing networks and the continual development of skills and knowledge. This chapter discusses how humanitarian organizations can improve their level of preparedness and presents a practical case example for analysis.