Learning

We support collaboration, learning and adaptation; conduct research; and design and implement knowledge management systems and processes. We design, deliver, and measure capacity development programs and training and support localization efforts to advance local development priorities. We design and conduct qualitative and quantitative research—from literature reviews to in-depth investigative studies. We support adaptive management by generating, capturing, sharing, analyzing, and making sense of data, information, and knowledge to learn about and adapt to contexts and inform decisions.
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Leadership Development and Management Training Assessment for Customs Leaders in Vietnam

Client: Nathan Associates/USAID Need: Train customs leaders to be equipped in Vietnam’s evolving and dynamic trading across borders landscape Response: Through the Trade Facilitation Program, conducted an assessment and developed an approach to leadership development and management training of customs leaders in Vietnam Conducted a data-driven assessment, which incorporated human-centered design techniques Developed an approach… [Learn more]

Data Conversations Guide for Adaptive Management

Client: FHI360/USAID Need: Equip Missions and implementing partners with tools for analyzing data Response: Created a practical guide to data collection for adaptive management Proposed list of key terminology and case studies to be highlighted Conducted focus group interviews with selected USAID staff and consultations with key subject matter experts at USAID and partners Developed… [Learn more]

Knowledge Management System Development for the British Council in Nigeria

Client: British Council Need: KM system for project working in seven states in Nigeria Response: Co-created sustainable KM system Developed KM strategy Guided staff through self-assessment based on KM core competencies Conducted co-creation workshop to design a demand-driven future state Defined KM products and processes and put into place KM system Developed organizational taxonomy for… [Learn more]

Review of ICT4D Curriculum

Client: Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) Need: Better measurement and monitoring of results of capacity development of associations program Response: Developed and gained support for an adaptive management approach and MEL plan Worked with staff to develop a theory of change and results Framework Identified common elements of current CIPE capacity building trainings Reviewed… [Learn more]

mEducation Alliance Knowledge Management Activities

Client: Mobiles for Education (mEducation) Alliance Need: Better inform and collaborate with the mEducation Alliance Steering Committee Response: Created an interactive platform to harness institutional engagement and exchange Developed content for and launched the mEducation Alliance Steering Committee member map showcasing ICT4E initiatives in 68 countries Coordinated events for mEducation Alliance Steering Committee members to… [Learn more]

Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Learning Network Development

Client: World Bank Need: Develop and improve P2P networks to harness knowledge and foster exchange Response: Created P2P learning networks and evaluated past P2P activities Led three Investment Climate team initiatives: Launched the West Africa P2P network on Doing Business with practitioner and ministerial level participants from 12 countries facilitate better Doing Business performance Planned… [Learn more]

Dexis Consulting KM Processes and Platforms Improvement

Client: Dexis Consulting Group Need: Improve internal sharing and communications processes and platforms Response: Developed a new approach to KM at the firm Facilitated a co-workshop and introduced a self-assessment framework Conducted in-depth interviews to gather information on current activities, tools, and evaluated IT systems in place Conducted audit of internal communications and knowledge sharing… [Learn more]

Institutional Strengthening for Advocacy and M&E for Agricultural Sector Associations in Rwanda

Client: RTI/USAID Need: Improve performance and M&E capacity at four agriculture sector associations in Rwanda Response: Developed M&E capacity and delivered M&E strategies at Rwanda Chamber of Agriculture and Livestock, National Seed Association of Rwanda, Association for Cassava Processors and Exporters, and National Cooperatives Confederation of Rwanda Conducted assessments on current M&E capacity and developed… [Learn more]

Organizational Strategy and Capacity Development

Client: Never Again Rwanda Need: Develop an organizational strategy and results framework Response: Developed a 5-year strategic plan and 1-year work plan to set output, outcome, impact indicators, and targets to help achieve organizational strategic objectives Co-created strategic plan with staff of largest domestic NGO in Rwanda Developed organizational results framework that expressed overall organizational… [Learn more]

Co-Creation and Prototyping of a Learning Platform for MasterCard Foundation Scholars

Client: Arizona State University/Master Card Foundation. Problem: The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program, which prepares next-generation leaders in Africa, needed a digital platform linking and encouraging lifelong learning among more than 15,000 scholars. Solution: Arizona State University and the Master Card Foundation tapped Moonshot Global’s Africa experience and expertise in user-centered design and strategy to lead… [Learn more]

Landscape Mapping of ICT-Enabled Education Initiatives

Client: USAID/Training Resources Group Need: A snapshot of the current landscape of USAID-funded education programs integrating ICT4E. Once compiled, this data could uncover information useful for improving the planning and implementation of future ICT4E programs. Solution: Landscape mapping provides a snapshot of the breadth and scope of USAID headquarters-implemented and Mission-based portfolios in order to… [Learn more]