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Prequalification of NGOs for a rapid response mechanism in Eastern Africa

To enable faster humanitarian response in East Africa, we supported an international donor in setting up a rapid response mechanism. Our role was to prequalify a pool of NGOs to ensure quick project preparation and implementation.

We mapped active NGOs across relevant countries and sectors, invited them to submit Expressions of Interest, and assessed their capacities through a tailored evaluation tool and on-site visits to regional offices in Nairobi. The resulting analysis and report now allow the donor to swiftly identify suitable NGO partners for future interventions.

Developing and Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) for a Refugee Fund in Uganda

For Uganda’s Refugee Response Fund, we designed an Environmental and Social Management Framework to ensure compliance with international standards. This included safeguard plans for pilot projects and a land acquisition framework.

Working with local experts, we conducted field visits, stakeholder consultations, and training workshops to build capacity and ensure risks were managed inclusively and sustainably. The Fund now integrates strong environmental and social safeguards into its operations.

Strengthening Pediatric Surgery in Ethiopia (JimmaChild)

With only five pediatric surgeons serving 41 million children, Ethiopia faces a severe shortage of specialists. The JimmaChild project, a collaboration between Ethiopian and German universities, set out to train more pediatric surgeons and strengthen medical education.

We supported the project’s design, proposal, and M&E framework, while facilitating workshops and coaching. Its success has inspired expansion to other universities, setting a model for sustainable pediatric health training in Ethiopia.

Designing a Regional Migration Fund for the Horn of Africa

We assisted the German government and IGAD in designing a Regional Migration Fund to address displacement and migration challenges. Through consultations with communities and governments, we identified priorities in economic opportunities and inclusive infrastructure.

Our design study defined governance and operational frameworks, later validated in multi-stakeholder workshops. Formalised in an Aide Mémoire between IGAD and KfW, the Fund is now moving toward operationalisation.