About Us

Why does development need to be smarter?

Too often, development projects fall short of their goals. Resources are invested, but the impact remains uncertain. Are these initiatives truly making a difference? Are they reaching the people who need them most? Without a clear, evidence-based approach, development efforts risk inefficiency and missed opportunities for meaningful change.
At the Center for Evaluation and Development (C4ED), we believe in the power of data to transform development. Our mission is simple: to ensure that every effort put into development is effective, transparent, and accountable. We exist to bridge the gap between good intentions and real impact—because development should not just be about action, but about results that matter.

How do we make development work smarter?

C4ED is a non-profit research center that aims to improve development effectiveness through impact evaluations, statistical analysis, research, and support to evidence-based policymaking. By using rigorous impact evaluations, we help governments, civil society organizations, private firms, and local communities understand what works and why. Our team of experts applies cutting-edge evaluation techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to assess the effectiveness of development programs. This means gathering real-world data, analyzing results with precision, and making evidence-based recommendations to refine and improve projects. 
Our in-house expertise spans professionals in various disciplines such as development economics, including their work in the fields of agriculture, health, employment and labor, climate change, poverty and wellbeing, etc. And various thematic areas such as, and data analytics, ensuring that our methodologies are as robust and insightful as possible. Our approach is inclusive and integrative, working hand-in-hand with partners to identify areas for growth and innovation. 

What do we offer?

C4ED offers a deep commitment to making development efforts more impactful. We collaborate closely with stakeholders to provide them with: Impact evaluations, Effectiveness and Monitoring, Efficiency analysis, Qualitative evaluations, Evidence synthesis, Data Collection, Capacity Building and Training and Quality assurance.
By prioritizing transparency, accountability, and effectiveness, we ensure that development initiatives lead to real, measurable benefits for the communities they aim to serve.