Projects

Green Investments and Sustainable Land Use Market Study

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in conducting a market study on green investments and sustainable land use in Uganda, focusing on key export value chains such as coffee and fish processing. The objective was to assess market opportunities, address financing gaps, and support compliance. (September 2024 — June 2025)

Study on Agribusinesses Willingness to Pay for Water

A2F Consulting supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in conducting a Willingness to Pay (WTP) study in Tunisia to assess the economic value of reliable water supply. The project aimed to quantify the benefits of improved water availability for households, agribusinesses, and tourism. (October 2019 — March 2020)

Economic Inclusion of Youth and Women into Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in assessing opportunities for the economic inclusion of youth and women in high-potential value chains in Togo. The project aimed to identify pathways to increase employment, productivity, and income for target populations across key agricultural sectors. (September 2021 — May 2022)

Analysis of Labor Demand for Migrants

A2F Consulting was commissioned by the World Bank to conduct a labor market demand assessment in Spain to support Global Skills Partnerships (GSPs) and the development of regular circular migration pathways with Colombia, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic. The study focused on identifying high-demand occupations and the skills required. (November 2024 — September 2025)

Business Process Reengineering and Enterprise System Architecture Development in the National Credit Regulator

A2F Consulting supported the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in conducting business process reengineering and enterprise system architecture development for the National Credit Regulator (NCR) in South Africa. The project aimed to modernise operational processes. (August 2024 — November 2024)

Development of a SupTech Program for Financial Supervision

A2F Consulting supported the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), in collaboration with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), in developing a Supervisory Technology (SupTech) Program to enhance data-driven financial supervision and payment system oversight. (June 2024 — December 2024)

Introduction of Risk-Based Supervision

A2F Consulting supported the Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores (SMV) in Panama in introducing a Risk-Based Supervision (RBS) framework for the securities and pension sectors. The project aimed to modernise supervisory practices. (November 2017 — September 2019)

Strengthening Microfinance Banks’ Business Process and Lending to MSMEs

A2F Consulting supported the Development Bank of Nigeria PLC in delivering technical assistance to participating financial institutions (PFIs) and microfinance banks to strengthen their business processes and expand MSME lending. The project aimed to enhance institutional capacity. (October 2022 — May 2023)

Implementation of a Risk-Based Supervision Framework

A2F Consulting supported the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) in developing and implementing a Risk-Based Supervision Framework (RBSF) to strengthen financial sector oversight. The project aimed to enhance NAMFISA’s regulatory capacity. (December 2015 — March 2018)

Implementing an Automated Integrated Management System for the Mutual Guarantee Fund

A2F Consulting is supporting the Government of Mozambique (World Bank-funded) in designing, developing, and implementing an automated Integrated Management System (IMS) for the Sociedade Gestora do Fundo de Garantia Mutuária (SGFGM). The project aims to digitalize and streamline credit guarantee operations. (March 2026 — July 2029)

Design of the Accelerated Growth Corridors Project and Land Projects for the Malawi II Compact

A2F Consulting supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in conducting due diligence and supporting the design of the Malawi II Compact, with a focus on the Accelerated Growth Corridors (AGC) and Land Projects. The objective was to assess investment viability, strengthen agricultural value chains, and identify opportunities to mobilize private sector participation. (September 2020 — September 2021)

Pilot Studies on Alternative Data-Driven Lending in the Banking Sector

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in providing technical assistance to financial institutions in Lesotho to pilot alternative data-driven lending approaches. The project aimed to enhance access to finance for MSMEs—particularly women-owned businesses—by testing innovative credit assessment methods. (December 2022 — April 2023)

Transaction Advisor for the Establishment of the Kenya Credit Guarantee Company

A2F Consulting supported the National Treasury of Kenya (Government of Kenya) as Transaction Advisor in the establishment of the Kenya Credit Guarantee Company (KCGC). The project aimed to create a standalone, market-based credit guarantee institution to expand access to finance for MSMEs, particularly women-led and climate-focused businesses. (May 2025 — October 2025)

Restructuring of the Business Processes of the Financial Services Commission

A2F Consulting supported the Financial Services Commission of Jamaica (FSC) in restructuring its business processes and designing an integrated technology platform. The project aimed to improve operational efficiency, modernize systems, and enhance service delivery. (January 2020 — October 2020)

Support on Women's Economic Empowerment in Africa, Asia and Europe

A2F Consulting supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in the design and implementation of Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) interventions across multiple compact and threshold countries. The project aimed to strengthen women’s participation in the workforce, entrepreneurship, and broader economic systems. (September 2020 — September 2025)

Support on Women's Economic Empowerment in Africa, Asia and Europe

A2F Consulting supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in the design and implementation of Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) interventions across multiple compact and threshold countries. The project aimed to strengthen women’s participation in the workforce, entrepreneurship, and broader economic systems. (September 2020 — September 2025)

Co-management of a Line of Credit and Partial Credit Guarantee Fund for MSMEs

A2F Consulting is co-managing a Line of Credit and Partial Credit Guarantee Fund for MSMEs in Haiti on behalf of the Fonds de Développement Industriel (FDI) and the World Bank. The project aims to improve access to finance for MSMEs by strengthening financial instruments. (May 2024 — June 2027)

Consultancy to Assess Market Potential for Economic Activities in the Kotu Stream

A2F Consulting supported the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Natural Resources (World Bank-funded) in assessing market potential for economic activities in the Kotu Stream area in The Gambia. The project aimed to identify sustainable livelihood opportunities—particularly for women and youth. (July 2024 — December 2024)

Strengthening and Implementing Circular Labor Migration between Spain and Central America

A2F Consulting supported the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in evaluating and strengthening circular labour migration programs between Spain and Northern Central American countries. The objective was to assess programme performance, identify labor market opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations. (November 2025 — March 2026)

Strengthening and Implementing Circular Labor Migration between Spain and Central America

A2F Consulting supported the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in evaluating and strengthening circular labour migration programs between Spain and Northern Central American countries. The objective was to assess programme performance, identify labor market opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations. (November 2025 — March 2026)

Strengthening and Implementing Circular Labor Migration between Spain and Central America

A2F Consulting supported the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in evaluating and strengthening circular labour migration programs between Spain and Northern Central American countries. The objective was to assess programme performance, identify labor market opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations. (November 2025 — March 2026)

Promoting Green Finance for Dominican, Jamaican and Ugandan Public Banks

A2F Consulting is supporting the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), under the EU-funded ILSA Programme, in delivering technical assistance to public development banks (PDBs) in the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Uganda. The project aims to strengthen PDBs’ capacity to finance sustainable and resilient investments in food systems. (March 2026 — March 2027)

Data Governance in the Costa Rican Social Security Fund

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in strengthening data governance and management within the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS). The project aimed to enhance institutional data capabilities, enabling better decision-making, improved service delivery, and long-term sustainability. (May 2025 — June 2026)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Promotion of Gender Considerations and Empowerment in Low-carbon Value Chains

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) in identifying opportunities to promote gender considerations and women’s empowerment in low-carbon value chains across 15 Carbon Fund countries. The project combined cross-country analysis with targeted fieldwork. (November 2020 — January 2022)

Operationalization of the Partial Credit Guarantee Facility

A2F Consulting is supporting the Ministry of Finance and Budget (with the World Bank) in establishing and operationalising a Partial Credit Guarantee (PCG) Facility in the Central African Republic. The project aims to improve access to finance for SMEs—particularly women-owned businesses—and promote climate-smart investments. (February 2025 — August 2027)

Gender Disparities in Mobility and Employment in the Railway Sector in Latin America and the Caribbean

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in analyzing gender disparities in mobility and employment within the railway sector across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia. The project aimed to identify barriers faced by women. (December 2024 — June 2025)

Gender Disparities in Mobility and Employment in the Railway Sector in Latin America and the Caribbean

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in analyzing gender disparities in mobility and employment within the railway sector across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia. The project aimed to identify barriers faced by women. (December 2024 — June 2025)

Gender Disparities in Mobility and Employment in the Railway Sector in Latin America and the Caribbean

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in analyzing gender disparities in mobility and employment within the railway sector across Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia. The project aimed to identify barriers faced by women. (December 2024 — June 2025)

Implementation of a FinTech Platform for the Small Business Development Center

A2F Consulting supported the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Bahamas in designing and implementing a digital strategy framework and FinTech platform under the Accelerate Bahamas! program. The project aimed to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. (June 2022 — February 2023)

Rural Poverty and Sustainable Landscape Management Assessment

A2F Consulting supported the World Bank in assessing rural poverty and sustainable landscape management in Argentina, with a focus on the Chaco and Yungas eco-regions. The project aimed to generate evidence to inform policies and programs that enhance ecosystem resilience and improve the livelihoods of rural communities. (November 2021 — September 2022)

Market Skills Assessment in the Banking and Finance Sector

A2F supported the Bank of South Sudan (BoSS) in conducting a market skills assessment of the banking and financial sector to identify workforce capacity gaps, emerging skills needs, and priority training requirements. The assignment combined stakeholder consultations, surveys, interviews, and labor market analysis. (June 2026 — November 2026)

Study on the Effectiveness of MSME Financing

A2F supported the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO) in conducting an ex‑post evaluation of MSME financing interventions in Zimbabwe, assessing the effectiveness of investments through mixed‑methods analysis of financial institutions and MSME beneficiaries. (August 2015 — December 2015)

Design, Supply, Installation, Configuration, and Commission of an Automated Credit Scoring and Pricing Model

A2F supported the Development Bank of Zambia in designing and implementing an automated credit scoring and pricing model to strengthen SME lending and risk management, developing IFRS 9‑ and Basel II‑compliant models based on historical data and behavioural indicators. (January 2018 — August 2018)

Building the Capacity of the Central Bank of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Collect, Analyze, and Use SME-Level Sex-Disaggregated Supply-Side Data

A2F supported EBRD in strengthening the Central Bank of Uzbekistan’s capacity to collect and use sex‑disaggregated SME data for financial sector analysis. We assessed institutional frameworks, data systems, and existing programmes to identify gaps in data collection, standardisation, and reporting. (August 2021 — December 2021)

Research on Crowdfunding as a Capital Source

A2F supported the U.S. Small Business Administration and the National Women’s Business Council in conducting a comprehensive study on crowdfunding as a capital source, analysing market dynamics, platform data, and gender-specific factors. (August 2016 — August 2017)

Gender SMART Tool Update

A2F supported the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in updating and enhancing the Gender SMART tool, a structured framework used to integrate gender considerations into project design and implementation. (January 2023 — April 2023)

Food Systems, Land Use and Restoration: Framework for the Climate-Smart Agriculture Platform

A2F developed a Climate Smart Agriculture knowledge platform for Ukraine under the World Bank’s Food Systems, Land Use and Restoration (FOLUR) program, supporting recovery and long-term sector transformation. We designed an EU-aligned, interoperable digital repository within the State Agrarian Registry. (April 2026 — March 2027)

Qualitative Assessment of Economic Mobility and Labor Markets: A Gender Perspective

A2F supported the World Bank in conducting a qualitative assessment of economic mobility, labour markets, and entrepreneurship in Türkiye from a gender perspective, examining the factors that influence women’s and men’s economic opportunities and pathways to social and economic advancement. (May 2013 — September 2013)

Diagnostic of Tanzania's Warehousing and its Warehouse Receipts System

A2F conducted a comprehensive diagnostic of Tanzania’s warehousing infrastructure and Warehouse Receipts System for IFC, assessing market, regulatory, and institutional constraints to unlock agricultural finance and investment. We applied mixed-methods analysis. (June 2024 — September 2024)

Assistance in Developing Deposit Insurance in the Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia and Tajikistan

A2F supported the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in strengthening deposit insurance systems in Mongolia, Tajikistan, and the Kyrgyz Republic, providing technical assistance on legislative reforms, institutional arrangements, systemic risk management, and operational improvements. (May 2011 — September 2013)

Training on SME Banking for SECO's Private Sector Development Division

A2F supported the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) in designing and delivering a specialised SME banking training programme for its Private Sector Development Division, equipping staff with practical knowledge of SME finance, banking business models, credit risk management, and institutional capabilities. (January 2009)

Review of the Effectiveness of Committees, Panels, and Groups Established by the Board of the Green Climate Fund

A2F supported the Green Climate Fund in assessing the effectiveness of its Board’s committees, panels, and groups, evaluating their performance, value generation, and operational efficiency against expected outcomes. (December 2018 — October 2019)

Comprehensive Stock-taking of the Implementation and Impact of the Financial Sector Development Plan

A2F supported the Bank of Sierra Leone in conducting a comprehensive stock‑taking of the implementation and impact of the Financial Sector Development Plan (FSDP), analysing progress against the results framework, institutional arrangements, and implementation performance. (July 2017 — March 2018)

Technical Oversight for the Senegal II Compact's Consumer Demand Support Activity

A2F supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in providing technical oversight for a rural electrification programme in Senegal under the Consumer Demand Support Activity. We delivered strategic guidance on programme design, implementation, and monitoring. (May 2022 — May 2027)

Technical Assistance to Enhance Copedu PLC's Financing for Women-owned MSEs (Phase I)

A2F provided technical assistance to Copedu PLC in Rwanda for Access to Finance Rwanda, conducting an institutional needs assessment to strengthen financing for women-owned MSEs. We assessed strategy, operations, systems, products, and gender inclusion capacities. (March 2024 — November 2024)

Business Process Re-Engineering of Sunrise Communications' Partner Contact Centers

A2F supported Sunrise Communications AG in re‑engineering business processes across its partner contact centre network, redesigning service delivery workflows using Lean Six Sigma and advanced process mapping. (January 2014 — July 2017)

Due Diligence of the SME Business of a Large Commercial Bank

A2F supported the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries (BIO) in conducting due diligence of the SME business of one of Peru’s largest commercial banks, assessing its market position, institutional capacity, governance arrangements, and financial performance. (October 2008 — November 2008)

Designing a Gender Strategy for the Pacific Microfinance Initiative

A2F supported the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in designing a gender strategy for the Pacific Microfinance Initiative, conducting regional assessments of microfinance sectors and gender finance practices. (May 2012 — October 2012)

Digital Transformation Strategy, Business Process Re-Engineering, and Design of a New Property and Cadastre System

A2F supported the Ministry of Finance and the Palestine Land Authority in the West Bank for the World Bank by developing a comprehensive digital transformation strategy to modernize land administration systems and services. (January 2024 — July 2024)

SME Finance Market Assessment and Development of an Off-Grid Renewable Energy Finance Facility

A2F supported the KfW Development Bank in conducting a comprehensive SME finance market assessment and designing an off‑grid renewable energy finance facility in Pakistan, analysing supply and demand constraints, identifying financing bottlenecks, and developing a scalable financing model. (July 2014 — March 2015)

Independent Evaluation of the Activity of the Regional Sahel Pastoralism Support Project

A2F supports the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in a multi-year independent evaluation of the PRAPS Activity in Niger, covering animal health, natural resource management, and market access interventions. We apply a mixed-methods approach. (June 2019 — February 2028)

Due Diligence of Grupo LAFISE's SME Business in Central America

A2F supported the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries (BIO) in conducting due diligence of the SME business of LAFISE, one of the largest regional banking groups in Central America, assessing its market position, financial performance, governance, risk profile, and institutional capacity. (October 2011 — November 2011)

Strategy Consulting and Project Feasibility Study for an Electronic Marketplace for SMEs

A2F supported the BiD Network in designing the strategic framework and assessing the feasibility of an innovative online marketplace connecting SMEs in developing countries with potential investors. The assignment involved evaluating alternative business models. (August 2007 — September 2007)

Advisory Support for the Systemic Crisis in the Moroccan Microfinance Sector

A2F supported the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management in assessing and addressing the systemic crisis affecting Morocco’s microfinance sector, conducting institutional reviews and sector-wide diagnostics to identify the underlying causes of deteriorating loan portfolio quality. (December 2008 — February 2009)

Building the Capacity of the Central Bank of Mongolia to Collect, Analyze, and Use SME-Level Sex-Disaggregated Supply-Side Data

A2F supported the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in strengthening the Central Bank of Mongolia’s capacity to collect and use sex‑disaggregated SME data for financial sector analysis. We assessed institutional frameworks, data systems, and existing programmes. (February 2022 — June 2022)

Development of the M&E System for the Organization for Small and Medium Enterprises Sector Development of Moldova's Programs

A2F supported the Moldovan government in developing a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system for ODIMM under Moldova’s Competitiveness Enhancement Project, designing the overall M&E framework, results matrix, indicators, data flows, and organisational structure. (October 2017 — March 2018)

Survey on Transport Infrastructure in Bamako and Nouakchott

A2F conducted a comprehensive survey for the World Bank to assess transport infrastructure constraints and mobility needs in Bamako and Nouakchott. We implemented mixed‑methods research, including surveys of transport users, drivers, and operators. (March 2021 — July 2021)

Diagnosis of the Shea Sector

A2F conducted a value chain analysis of the shea sector in Mali for the World Bank, focusing on strengthening women‑led cooperatives and SMEs. We identified gaps in productive capacity, quality control, and market linkages through stakeholder interviews and surveys. (March 2022 — August 2022)

Support to the MSME Banking Department of the Bank of Maldives

A2F supported the Asian Development Bank and the Ministry of Economic Development of Maldives in strengthening the MSME banking capabilities of the Bank of Maldives, conducting market assessments and institutional diagnostics, and delivering strategy development. (August 2014 — September 2015)

Designing of Toolkit on Gender Inclusion Policy Development

A2F supported the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) in developing a Gender Inclusion Finance toolkit to strengthen the integration of gender considerations across financial sector policies and programmes. We conducted consultations and data collection. (July 2020 — September 2020)

Microinsurance Landscape Study for Latin America and the Caribbean

A2F supported the Microinsurance Network in conducting a comprehensive landscape study of microinsurance markets across Latin America and the Caribbean, updating regional databases through surveys and stakeholder interviews, and delivering analysis and dissemination outputs. (April 2017 — February 2018)

Developing a Regulatory and Supervisory Framework for Liberia's Insurance Sector

A2F supported the World Bank and the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) in strengthening the regulatory and supervisory framework for Liberia’s insurance sector, reviewing regulatory provisions against international standards, and providing technical assistance to enhance prudential oversight. (January 2012 — September 2013)

Evaluation of the Global Procurement Partnership Multi-Donor Trust Fund

A2F conducted an independent evaluation of the World Bank’s Global Procurement Partnership Multi‑Donor Trust Fund (GPP MDTF), assessing its performance in strengthening public procurement systems through analytical tools, digital solutions, and country‑level reforms. (January 2023 — June 2024)

Advisory Support for the Restructuring of a Leading Commercial Bank

A2F supported the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in evaluating restructuring options for one of Latvia’s leading commercial banks following a government intervention triggered by severe liquidity challenges. The assignment provided financial modelling and strategic advisory services. (October 2009 — December 2009)

Design of a Deposit Insurance Scheme for the Kyrgyz Microfinance Sector

A2F supported the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the Deposit Protection Agency in assessing options to extend deposit insurance to microfinance institutions and credit unions. (July 2013 — December 2013)

Evaluation of the Global Procurement Partnership Multi-Donor Trust Fund

A2F conducted an independent evaluation of the World Bank’s Global Procurement Partnership Multi‑Donor Trust Fund (GPP MDTF), assessing its performance in strengthening public procurement systems through analytical tools, digital solutions, and country‑level reforms. (January 2023 — June 2024)

Data Quality Review for the Jordan Compact in the Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, and Irrigation Sectors

A2F supported MCA‑Jordan in conducting a comprehensive data quality review for water and irrigation projects under the Jordan Compact, assessing the validity and reliability of institutional and survey data. (August 2016 — December 2016)

Evaluation of the Implementation of the African Development Bank's External Representation Office in Asia

A2F supported the African Development Bank in evaluating the implementation of its External Representation Office for Asia (SNAR), assessing organizational design, performance, and achievements against strategic objectives. (July 2017 — December 2017)

Improving Arval Italy's SME Business Division Value-Chain through Lean Project Management Principles

A2F supported Arval, a BNP Paribas Group subsidiary, in optimizing the SME business division value chain through lean project management, mapping current processes and customer journeys. (October 2017 — November 2017)

Survey on Gender Dimensions of Cross-Border Trade

A2F conducted a gender-focused trade survey in India for the World Bank, identifying barriers faced by women and men in cross-border trade and generating evidence to inform gender-responsive policy reforms. (August 2023 — December 2023)

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Market Demand Study to Determine the Feasibility of Re-Establishing a National Development Bank

A2F supported the Government of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and the Caribbean Development Bank in assessing the feasibility of re‑establishing a national development bank, analysing the financial sector structure and SME financing constraints. (April 2018 — June 2018)

Evaluation of the Global Procurement Partnership Multi-Donor Trust Fund

A2F conducted an independent evaluation of the World Bank’s Global Procurement Partnership Multi‑Donor Trust Fund (GPP MDTF), assessing its performance in strengthening public procurement systems through analytical tools, digital solutions, and country‑level reforms. (January 2023 — June 2024)

Strengthening of Guinea's Microfinance Sector

A2F supported the World Bank in strengthening the microfinance sector in Guinea, conducting institutional diagnostics of major MFIs and sector stakeholders, and developing financing mechanisms and strategic recommendations. (July 2016 — September 2017)

Survey on Tourism, Gender, and Competitiveness in Grenada and Saint Lucia

A2F supported the The World Bank in conducting a survey and analytical study on the relationship between tourism models, gender, and competitiveness in Grenada and St. Lucia, collecting and analysing firm‑ and worker‑level data to assess employment. (March 2017 — January 2018)

Business Process Re-Engineering of Sunrise Communications' Partner Contact Centers

A2F supported Sunrise Communications AG in re‑engineering business processes across its partner contact centre network, redesigning service delivery workflows using Lean Six Sigma and advanced process mapping. (January 2014 — July 2017)

Post-Compact Evaluation of the Activity of the Georgia Regional Development Fund

A2F supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation in conducting an independent evaluation of the Georgia Regional Development Fund (GRDF), assessing how the fund’s design, theory of change, and SME support model contributed to financial and development outcomes. (October 2015 — June 2017)

Support to Regional Women Enterprises Competitiveness Program under the African Women in Business Initiative

A2F supported the African Development Bank in implementing a regional program to strengthen the competitiveness of women‑owned enterprises under the African Women in Business Initiative, delivering capacity‑building, mentoring, and project monitoring. (October 2014 — October 2015)

Policy Guidance to Foster Innovative Risk Management Solutions to Promote Investments in Africa

A2F supported the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in analysing and promoting innovative risk‑management solutions for agribusiness investment across multiple African countries, conducting case studies and stakeholder consultations. (September 2013 — March 2014)

Evaluation of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development—Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs Inclusion Technical Cooperation Programme

A2F conducted an independent evaluation of the EBRD‑SECO Inclusion Technical Cooperation Programme (ITCP) in the SEMED region, assessing its impact, sustainability, and contribution to inclusive economic development. (January 2023 — August 2023)

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Fostering the Financial Inclusion of Forcibly Displaced People

A2F supported IFC in assessing financial inclusion opportunities for forcibly displaced people (FDPs) in Ecuador, including migrants and host communities. We conducted a mixed‑methods market assessment. (August 2022 — December 2022)

Expansion of Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor‑Leste's Financial Services

A2F supported the Asian Development Bank in expanding financial services in East Timor, advising Banco Nacional de Comércio de Timor‑Leste on upgrading its core banking systems and IT infrastructure. (March 2015 — June 2017)

MSME Finance and Financial Inclusion Technical Assistance

A2F supported the World Bank in providing technical assistance to strengthen MSME finance and financial inclusion in Djibouti, focusing on enhancing the microfinance sector and regulatory framework. (January 2020 — May 2020)

Data Quality Review in Support of the Côte d'Ivoire Compact

A2F supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation in conducting a data quality review for the Côte d’Ivoire Compact, assessing the quality and accuracy of monitoring data, reviewing data sources, datasets, indicators, and reporting processes. (February 2019 — August 2019)

Improving the Adaptation of Financial Products and Services for Women Entrepreneurs

A2F supported the Inter-American Development Bank in Colombia to improve the adaptation of financial products for women entrepreneurs, addressing gender gaps in access to finance. We applied a user-centered approach combining data analysis, market segmentation, and stakeholder engagement. (August 2024 — May 2025)

Assessment of Branch Operations and Strategic Repositioning at the Postal Savings Bank of China

A2F supported the Postal Savings Bank of China and GIZ in assessing and repositioning the bank’s microfinance and rural finance operations, conducting market and operational diagnostics across rural branches, and developing a customer-centric service model. (May 2008 — June 2008)

Fostering the Financial Inclusion of Forcibly Displaced People and Host Communities

A2F conducted a financial gap assessment in Chad for the IFC, analyzing opportunities to advance financial inclusion for forcibly displaced people and host communities in fragile contexts. We applied a mixed-method approach. (June 2025 — December 2025)

Design of a Credit Guarantee Mechanism for Cape Verdean Microfinance Institutions

A2F supported the design of a credit guarantee mechanism in Cape Verde for ADA and Luxembourg Cooperation, strengthening access to refinancing for microfinance institutions under the PADFI programme. We assessed existing guarantee schemes and stakeholder capacity. (October 2023 — January 2025)

Review and Gender Mainstreaming of the M&E Framework of the Canada-African Development Bank Climate Fund

A2F supported the African Development Bank in reviewing and gender-mainstreaming the Monitoring and Evaluation framework of the Canada–Africa Climate Fund, strengthening its ability to track gender-responsive climate investments. We applied a mixed-method approach. (February 2024 — August 2024)

Market Scoping Study to Inform the Development of the Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa Program

A2F supported the African Development Bank in conducting a multi‑country market scoping study to inform the design of the Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) program, assessing constraints and opportunities affecting women‑owned MSMEs through country missions and stakeholder consultations. (April 2016 — May 2016)

Development of a National Microfinance Strategy

A2F supported the Government of Burundi in developing a National Microfinance Strategy, conducting a comprehensive assessment of the microfinance sector, identifying key constraints, opportunities, and stakeholders, and facilitating consultations and strategy discussions. (July 2011 — August 2011)

Evaluation of Access to Rural Finance Activity

A2F supported the Millennium Challenge Corporation in conducting an independent evaluation of the Access to Rural Finance Activity in Burkina Faso, using mixed‑methods analysis. (October 2014 — June 2015)

Assessment of the Readiness for Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Financing of Terrorism Risk-Based Supervision

A2F supported the Non‑Bank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA) in assessing its readiness to implement risk‑based supervision for AML/CFT. We conducted a comprehensive review of institutional structures, supervisory functions, and operational frameworks across key directorates. (March 2019)

Institution-Building and Process Optimization at Mi-Bospo

A2F supported the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and European Fund for Southeast Europe in strengthening institutional capacity and optimizing business processes at Mi‑Bospo, conducting strategic diagnostics and customer‑centric analyses. (March 2015 — February 2016)

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