At Near and Far Advisory, we bring together decades of experience in international development, private sector engagement, and systems change. Our work bridges thematic depth and methodological strength, helping organizations navigate complexity and achieve lasting results.
Thematic Areas
Private Sector Engagement – Partnering with corporations and local enterprises to co-create solutions, develop inclusive business models, and strengthen value chains.
Trade & Market Development – Designing and implementing strategies that enhance SME competitiveness, grow entrepreneurial ecosystems, and foster innovation across Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
Employment & Workforce Development – Leading labor market analyses, TVET assessments, and youth employment strategies that connect people to sustainable opportunities.
Agribusiness & Food Systems – Building resilient value chains, expanding finance for smallholders, and supporting sustainable market linkages.
Climate Change & Resilience – Integrating market systems and climate strategies to strengthen adaptation and resilience for communities and enterprises.
Approaches & Methods
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning – Designing adaptive frameworks that use outcome harvesting, network analysis, and other innovative methods to capture systemic change.
Systems Analysis & Facilitation - Applying systems thinking to identify leverage points, align stakeholders, and guide adaptive decision-making.
Strategy & Innovation – Supporting organizations to navigate uncertainty and seize opportunity by developing adaptive strategies and fostering innovative approaches to complex challenges.
Organizational Capacity Building – Equipping teams with coaching, facilitation, and practical tools that embed learning and adaptation into everyday practice
Partnership & Ecosystem Building – Connecting donors, governments, NGOs, and businesses to co-design initiatives and scale impact.