Made in Africa. Designed for African Realities.
We combine African expertise, local knowledge, and context-sensitive methodologies to deliver research and evaluation solutions grounded in the realities of the communities and institutions we serve.
Turning Evidence into Better Decisions.
Through rigorous research, monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis, we generate credible evidence and actionable insights that help organizations strengthen policies, improve programs, and make informed decisions.
Turning Knowledge into Lasting Impact
We work with development partners, government institutions, and other stakeholders to translate evidence into action, strengthen accountability, and support effective programs that contribute to sustainable development outcomes.
Our sectoral expertise
The sectors where our teams bring deep technical experience. Select a sector to read about our expertise.
What we do across every sector
Our expertise spans third party monitoring, M&E, research, policy analysis, project management, capacity building and strategic advisory.
Research, evaluation and learning
- Baseline, midterm, endline and final evaluations
- Large-scale household and livelihood surveys
- Learning assessments: EGRA, EGMA, IDELA
- M&E systems and digital data collection
- Third party monitoring
Business and management consulting
- Feasibility, logistics and market studies
- Business plans and value chain analysis
- Financial product development
- HR policies and organizational systems
Capacity building, inclusion and policy
- Customized training programs
- Capacity assessments
- Gender and inclusion assessments
- Policy analysis
Made in Africa approach
Support across the whole project cycle
Study
Market and feasibility studies to design programs.
Track
M&E systems and baselines to follow progress.
Learn
Evaluations to find out what worked and why.
Strengthen
Training and capacity building for the institutions that run programs.
Our clients
What our clients say
“Thanks to Excess Consulting, we streamlined our processes and increased our efficiency. I shall not pass without mentioning how you integrated PSEA action point.”
Feteh Asrat, CUSO International
“Excess Consulting has transformed our approach to strategic planning. Their insights were invaluable to our growth.”
Melake Wubshet, iBrave Technologies
“I appreciate Excess consulting firm for the hard working and submitting all deliverables in good quality despite the challenges on the ground related with safety and security.”
Abebe Gebrehawaria, CST Ethiopia
“Excess Consulting have worked respectfully with affected communities, partners, and government officials.”
Tewodros Getachew, CST Ethiopia
“Excess Consulting demonstrated professionalism and commitment in carrying out the evaluation activities in accordance with the agreed scope.”
Tekabe Tilahun, SOS Children’s Village
“Thank you for your services, the report is comprehensive, well-structured, and provides valuable evidence on the achievements of the project across the OECD-DAC criteria.”
Tensay Bayessa, Save the Children International
Where we work
Field teams and networks in all regions of Ethiopia and across East Africa. We blend rigorous research methods with contextual knowledge to give you advice you can act on.
Ready to partner with us?
Unlock the potential of energetic and experienced consultants. Tell us what you need to find out and we will reply with how we would approach it.
About us
Excess Consulting PLC is a leading research and development consulting firm, founded by multidisciplinary experts with 15+ years of experience. We deliver tailored, high-impact solutions to our clients.
Who we are
Our expertise
Spanning M&E, research, policy analysis, project management and capacity building.
Our reach
Delivered across Ethiopia and East Africa, including in complex and fragile settings.
Our approach
A context-driven methodology and approach: digital data systems and multilingual field teams help us produce rigorous, timely and practical findings.
We work with
- Government institutions
- International and local NGOs
- UN agencies
- Bilateral and multilateral partners
Our vision
To be one of the best consulting firms in Africa, recognized for excellence in research and consultancy services.
Our mission
To empower clients through evidence-based solutions that drive growth, efficiency and sustainable impact.
Our team
How we work
- Context and stakeholder analysis
- Mixed-method data collection
- Systematic triangulation
- A collaborative approach that keeps clients and communities at the centre
Core values we uphold
Integrity
We operate with transparency and honesty, so clients and partners can trust us.
Excellence
We keep investing in our methods and tools so every client receives credible evidence, delivered on time.
Innovation
We embrace creativity and use research to offer cutting-edge consulting services.
Collaboration
By working closely with clients and stakeholders, we build partnerships that make our projects more effective.
Impact
We turn findings into practical recommendations, policy briefs and learning products that inform decisions and future programs.
Services
Across nine core sectors, our expertise spans research, policy analysis, project management, capacity building and strategic advisory, so clients get reliable and workable advice.
Our nine core sectors
The services we deliver in each sector.
Support across the whole project cycle
- Study. Market and feasibility studies to design programs.
- Track. M&E systems and baselines to follow progress.
- Learn. Evaluations to find out what worked and why.
- Strengthen. Training and capacity building for the institutions that run programs.
Quality control at every stage
- Standard operating procedures
- Enumerator training and piloting
- Real-time data checks
- Back-checks
- Multiple review checkpoints
We assess against the OECD-DAC criteria
Looking for support on a similar assignment?
We would be pleased to share relevant experience and discuss how our expertise can contribute to your project.
- Tell us about your assignmentWhat you need to find out, and by when.
- We share relevant experienceProjects and references from similar work.
- We discuss your projectHow our expertise can contribute to it.
Policies
How Excess Consulting protects people, data and the quality of its work. Use the filters to find a policy.
Report a concern
If you have a concern about the conduct of Excess staff, consultants or partners, write to protection@excessconsult.com.
Work with us
We are always glad to meet partners and professionals who share our values of integrity, excellence, innovation, collaboration and impact.
Partnership
We partner with organizations to amplify our impact and deliver solutions that are context-sensitive and designed for sustainable results.
Open opportunities
We currently have no open positions. Submit your CV to be included in our roster for future opportunities.
Why work with Excess
- Real field experience across Ethiopia’s regions and East Africa
- Modern digital tools: KoboToolbox, ODK, CommCare and Tangerine
- High standards for quality, ethics and inclusion
Join our expert roster
We are expanding our network of consultants in statistics, education, sociology, management, economics, food security, development studies, agriculture, gender, psychology and related fields.