Most engagements start with a discovery call to understand the question, your timeline, and the constraints. From there we propose a scope, a deliverable, and a fixed-fee engagement.
01 / Framework
MEL Framework Design
For funds, programmes, and portfolios that need a learning system from scratch.
- Theory of change developed with the implementation team
- Indicator framework with output, outcome, and contribution measures
- Data flow architecture and reporting cadence
- Learning loops — how evidence feeds back into programme decisions
- Governance model and review cycle
Engagement: 8–16 weeks
Best for: New programmes, fund design
02 / Diagnostic
MEL Diagnostic & Audit
For organisations whose existing M&E system feels broken but they don’t know why.
- Structured review of indicators, instruments, and data flows
- Interviews with programme staff, MEL leads, and field teams
- Quick-wins memo (what to fix in the next 30 days)
- Roadmap (what to fix in the next 6–12 months)
- Optional learning case stories per programme arm
Engagement: 4–8 weeks
Best for: Mid-cycle programmes, social enterprises
03 / Evaluation
Programme Evaluation
Mid-line, end-line, or summative evaluation of a live programme.
- Method matched to the question — RCT, quasi-experimental, contribution analysis, or mixed methods
- Instrument design, sampling, and field coordination
- Quantitative analysis and qualitative coding
- Findings report designed for policy uptake (not academic publication)
- Validation workshop with programme leadership
Engagement: 12–24 weeks
Best for: Funded programmes at decision points
04 / Targeting
District & Geography Prioritisation
Composite-indicator methodology for choosing where to invest.
- Indicator framework anchored on programme thesis
- Min-max normalisation and pillar weighting
- Sensitivity analysis with Monte Carlo bands
- Robust-core shortlist plus full ranked dataset
- Replication code (R or Stata) so grantees can re-run with new data
Engagement: 6–12 weeks
Best for: Funds, portfolio investments
05 / Instrument
Survey Instrument Design
Quantitative surveys built with human-centred design piloting.
- Question development tied to construct definitions
- HCD piloting in non-English, programme-heavy geographies
- Skip-logic mapping and CAPI-ready specifications
- Codebook, translation memos, and field manual
- Enumerator training materials
Engagement: 6–12 weeks
Best for: Large surveys, multilingual contexts
+ / Other
Strategic advisory & bespoke work
Short engagements, board-level advice, training, retainers.
- One-off methods consultations and review calls
- Internal capacity building for programme teams
- Retainer arrangements for funds with ongoing portfolio needs
- Workshop facilitation and methodology training
- Proposal review and methods quality assurance
Engagement: Custom
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