An innovative global consultancy
PEM advises a broad range of international development cooperation actors. These include bilateral institutions, such as the Danish International Development Agency, and multilateral institutions, such as the European Commission, and international and regional development banks, such as the European Investment Bank. PEM also works with government agencies, for instance with the Governments of Tanzania and Lesotho, as well as non-governmental organisations and private sector clients.
Our approach is multi-disciplinary, covering the complete project cycle, from formulation, design, appraisal, and review, to monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL).
We also provide technical assistance, including capacity development, as well as economic and strategic financial management. This expertise enable us to help partners design, implement, and assess programmes that deliver sustainable results.
Thematic Areas
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Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Development
Sustainable growth and development requires a big-picture view and three equally-balanced elements: environment, society, and economy – i.e. the “3Ps”: Planet, People, and Profit.
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Environment and Climate Change
The environment is complex and sensitive to human activity. At the same time, the sustainable use of natural resources is a key element in economic development and poverty alleviation.
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Governance, Human Rights and Civil Society
Good governance and respect for human rights are essential for sustainable human development, poverty reduction and the elimination of inequality.
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In 2020, PEM completed an independent evaluation of the engagement in the water sector from 2010 to 2017 for the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. The evaluation was carried out to the highest satisfaction of the Client:
“The evaluation report provides a timely and useful assessment of the activities the SDC undertakes in the water space. The main objectives – assessing the relevance, effectiveness and efficiency of the SDC engagement in the water sector – have been met by the evaluators. The SDC appreciates the comprehensiveness of the evaluation report and the sound analysis of key elements. The report’s analysis and resulting recommendations are considered to be relevant and useful for strengthening the strategic and operational orientation of SDC’s future water work.”
Clients
Recent Assignments
Consultancy for identification of options for water components in the new Kenyan-Danish Strategic Partnership Programme
Assessment of Water and Sanitation Projects in Uganda and preparation of Concept Note and ToR for Feasibility Study for the Jinja&Iganga Project
Evaluation of ‘Building WASH Systems to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals’
