Catalyzing Sustainable Livelihoods. Empowering Enterprises. Transforming Communities.
ISDA is a premier field-based development consultancy delivering high-impact enterprise development, financial inclusion and livelihood empowerment programmes across Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan and the wider East African region.
A Field-Driven Development Consultancy Built on Proven Results
International Sustainable Development Agency (ISDA) is a Kenya-based consultancy established to deliver transformative economic empowerment solutions for marginalized and underserved communities.
With a steadfast commitment to sustainable development, ISDA bridges the gap between policy and practice—designing and implementing programmes that create measurable, lasting impact. Our work is grounded in international best practices and a deep understanding of the complex realities facing refugees, host communities, youth, women and persons with disabilities in East Africa.
Our Full Story
Delivering Results That Matter
Every number represents lives changed, enterprises strengthened, and communities transformed across East Africa.
Our Core Service Pillars
Integrated, market-driven services designed to unlock economic potential and build sustainable livelihoods across East Africa.
Enterprise Development & BDS
Comprehensive Business Development Services to strengthen the capacity of micro, small and medium enterprises—from business planning to formalization and growth strategies.
Financial Literacy & Inclusion
Equipping beneficiaries with knowledge and skills to manage finances effectively, access appropriate financial services and build economic resilience through digital finance.
Coaching, Mentorship & Acceleration
Structured coaching and mentorship programmes tailored to enterprises and entrepreneurs—from one-to-one coaching to peer learning, technical mentorship and scale-up support.
Market Linkages & Value-Chain Development
Facilitating access to markets, suppliers and business networks to enhance enterprise competitiveness—from B2B matchmaking to export readiness and value-chain integration.
Youth & Refugee Livelihoods Empowerment
Specialised livelihood programmes for refugees, host communities and vulnerable youth—from beneficiary mobilization to economic inclusion, enterprise development and resilience building.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning
Robust MEAL services ensuring accountability, adaptive management and measurable outcomes—from baseline surveys to data visualization and lessons-learned documentation.
Programme Design & Technical Advisory
Technical advisory and programme design services for development partners, governments and NGOs—from conceptualization and ToR development to stakeholder engagement and capacity building.
Sectors We Serve
Deep, specialized knowledge across the sectors that matter most for sustainable, inclusive development in East Africa.
A Holistic, Integrated Approach to Programme Delivery
ISDA employs a beneficiary-centered approach that combines rigorous assessment, structured capacity building, individualized coaching, market linkages and continuous monitoring to ensure measurable, lasting impact.
Read Full Approach- Stakeholder engagement & coordination
- Beneficiary targeting & mobilization strategies
- Baseline assessments & needs analysis
- BDS training programme design & delivery
- Financial literacy & record-keeping sessions
- Digital business skills & employability training
- Individualized & group coaching sessions
- Enterprise diagnostics & growth planning
- Business formalization & compliance support
- Buyer-supplier matchmaking & trade facilitation
- Linkages to financial institutions & products
- Support for savings groups & access to finance
- Continuous performance monitoring
- Beneficiary feedback & accountability mechanisms
- Lessons-learned documentation & adaptive management
- Enterprise sustainability planning
- Capacity building for local partners
- Knowledge transfer & documentation
From Challenge to Empowerment
Follow the journey of a beneficiary — from vulnerability to economic independence — through ISDA's integrated programme model.
Trusted by Leading Development Organizations
"ISDA has consistently demonstrated exceptional technical capability, professionalism, integrity and reliability in delivering high-impact results under demanding operational conditions."
"The performance of ISDA is rated as Highly Satisfactory. The assignment was completed within the stipulated timelines and met all quality expectations."
"ISDA brings world-class technical expertise and deep field presence. Their commitment to beneficiary outcomes and ethical programming standards is unmatched in the region."
Trusted Partners & Collaborators
Why Partner With ISDA?
Eight compelling reasons why leading development organizations choose ISDA for their most critical programmes.
Proven Track Record
Multi-year, multi-million-dollar portfolio successfully delivered with 100% completion rate.
Technical Excellence
Deep expertise across enterprise development, BDS, financial inclusion and MEAL frameworks.
Field-Based Expertise
Strong operational presence in refugee-hosting and underserved regions across East Africa.
Ethical Foundation
Uncompromising commitment to integrity, safeguarding, data protection and international standards.
Partnership Orientation
Collaborative approach that builds local capacity, ensures sustainability and community ownership.
Results-Driven
Focused on measurable outcomes, accountability and long-term impact for every engagement.
Scalable Capacity
Ability to deploy qualified personnel at scale across multiple locations and complex assignments.
International Standards
Full adherence to World Bank, UN and international development best practices and ethics.
Our Performance Highlights
Let's Build Something That Lasts
Are you looking for a trusted, capable and results-driven partner for your next development programme? ISDA brings proven expertise, field-based capacity and an unwavering commitment to excellence.