Practical services across the programme cycle
Specialist consultancy across humanitarian and development programmes: situation and needs assessments, programme and portfolio reviews, independent evaluations, impact assessments, project proposals, disaster management advisory and capacity building.
Strategy & organisational development
Strategic planning, organisational reviews and change advisory to help organisations strengthen direction, leadership and long-term effectiveness.
We review organisational priorities, programme portfolios and operational systems to inform strategic choices. Advisory support helps organisations adapt to emergencies, conflicts, changing funding conditions and the transition from relief to recovery and development.
Needs assessments, surveys & research
Situation and needs assessments, baseline and endline surveys, feasibility studies and applied research to inform humanitarian interventions and development programmes.
Our assessments examine the scale and nature of needs, affected populations, vulnerabilities, existing capacities and gaps in assistance. We use context-sensitive methods to inform disaster relief, responses to protracted emergencies and the design of relevant recovery and development interventions.
Project & programme design
Project and programme design, including the development of project proposals for disaster relief, humanitarian response, recovery and development initiatives.
We help translate situation analysis and assessed needs into clear objectives, theories of change, results frameworks, activities and realistic budgets. Proposals reflect the operating context, community priorities, implementation risks and relevant donor requirements.
Monitoring, evaluation & learning
Thorough programme reviews, independent mid-term and final evaluations, impact assessments and learning studies of humanitarian interventions and development programmes.
We examine relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability using methods suited to the assignment. Reviews can cover individual projects, emergency responses or programme portfolios, drawing on stakeholder perspectives and evidence while distinguishing observed outcomes from claims about causation.
Fundraising, proposals & budgets
Funding research, resource mobilisation strategies, project proposal development and budget support for humanitarian and development organisations. Funding decisions remain with the donor.
We help organisations present assessed needs, intervention logic, delivery arrangements and expected results in credible donor submissions. Advisory support can include reviewing existing proposals and aligning narratives, results frameworks and budgets with funding requirements.
Project cycle management
Advisory support across project planning, implementation, review and closure, including sustainability and exit planning, to strengthen delivery and accountability.
We review how needs analysis, design, resources, implementation and learning connect across the programme cycle. Advice supports emergency and development portfolios, including adaptation during protracted crises, recovery planning, sustainability and responsible exit strategies.
Training & capacity building
Tailored training, coaching and mentoring for staff, managers and partner organisations, building the skills and confidence needed for effective humanitarian and development work.
Lasting capability involves people, leadership and an environment in which learning can be used. We recognise the experience already held within teams and support professional development relevant to their roles, operating context and organisational ambitions.
Emergency preparedness & response advisory
Disaster management, emergency preparedness, contingency planning and response advisory for sudden-onset disasters, conflicts and protracted emergencies.
Our consultancy helps organisations analyse risks, assess response readiness and review disaster relief and humanitarian interventions in conflict-affected or war-torn regions. Advice addresses coordination, programme quality and accountability, with attention to alleviating suffering and supporting recovery.
Grant & partnership management
Grant management, donor reporting and partnership advisory to help organisations meet commitments, strengthen relationships and support responsible programme delivery.
Strong grant and partnership relationships require confidence in commitments, communication and responsible stewardship. We support organisations seeking reliable professional relationships and greater clarity around the responsibilities that accompany external funding.