ONKOD Consulting Firm
ONKOD Consulting

Evidence-Driven Solutions for Lasting Impact

We empower institutions with locally informed, insight-driven strategies that enable innovation, growth, and resilience across the Horn of Africa.

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Governance Reform & Institutional Strengthening

Building capacity for effective governance through strategic planning, policy development, and organizational transformation.

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Inclusive Development & Social Empowerment

Championing gender equality, youth engagement, and social inclusion through evidence-based research and community partnerships.

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7+Years Experience
About ONKOD

Evidence-Driven Solutions for Lasting Impact

ONKOD Consulting Firm is a Somalia-based management and policy consulting firm, established in 2018 (formerly Hiilsom Consulting), that specializes in governance reform, institutional development, social policy, inclusive development, and digital systems support. Founded with a commitment to evidence-driven, locally informed solutions, ONKOD has established itself as a trusted partner for government agencies, international organizations, civil society groups, and private sector entities across the Horn of Africa.

Evidence-Based Approach
Local Expertise
Institutional Strengthening
Cross-Sector Experience
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What We Do

Our Core Business Areas

We deliver comprehensive consulting solutions across six interconnected areas, combining local expertise with global best practices.

Research, Policy, and Knowledge Development

Conducting rigorous research, policy analysis, and knowledge generation to inform evidence-based decision-making and institutional strategies.

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Governance and Institutional Development

Strengthening governance structures and building institutional capacity for effective, transparent, and accountable public service delivery.

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Strategic Communication and Public Engagement

Designing and implementing strategic communication campaigns that amplify impact, build trust, and foster meaningful public engagement.

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Situational Analysis and Risk Management

Providing comprehensive risk assessments, conflict analysis, and strategic intelligence to support informed, resilient decision-making.

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Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI)

Advancing gender equality, youth empowerment, and social inclusion through targeted research, advocacy, and program design.

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ICT Solutions and Digital Systems Support

Leveraging technology and digital innovation to modernize governance, improve service delivery, and build digital capacity.

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Focus Areas

Thematic Focus Areas

Our work spans cross-cutting sectors that address the most pressing development challenges in the Horn of Africa.

Labour and Employment

Promoting decent work, labour market research, and employment generation strategies for sustainable economic growth.

Planning and Economic Development

Supporting national development planning, economic policy formulation, and strategic framework development.

Justice and Security Reform

Advancing rule of law, justice sector reform, and security governance for peaceful and stable societies.

Gender Equality

Championing gender-responsive policies, women's empowerment, and equitable development outcomes.

Digital Governance

Harnessing digital technologies to transform governance systems, improve transparency, and enhance public services.

Inclusive Development

Ensuring that development benefits reach all segments of society, especially marginalized and vulnerable groups.

Institutional Strengthening

Building the capacity and resilience of institutions to deliver on their mandates effectively.

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Our Portfolio

Featured Projects

Explore our impactful projects that drive meaningful change across governance, development, and social inclusion.

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Occupational Safety & Health and Employee Rights Assessment
research

Occupational Safety & Health and Employee Rights Assessment

Comprehensive assessment of occupational safety and health frameworks and employee rights compliance across key sectors in Somalia.

Labour and EmploymentILO
RRF/NDP-9/COVID-19 Impact Assessment
research

RRF/NDP-9/COVID-19 Impact Assessment

Multi-dimensional assessment of the Recovery and Resilience Framework, National Development Plan, and COVID-19 socioeconomic impacts on vulnerable populations.

Planning and Economic DevelopmentUN Somalia
Informal Economy Survey and Analysis
research

Informal Economy Survey and Analysis

Comprehensive survey and analysis of Somalia's informal economy, examining employment patterns, challenges, and opportunities for formalization.

Labour and EmploymentWorld Bank
Youth Peacebuilding Ambassadors Program
gesi

Youth Peacebuilding Ambassadors Program

Design and implementation of a youth ambassadors program for peacebuilding, community dialogue, and civic engagement across regions.

Justice and Security ReformUNDP
Knowledge Localization and Policy Communication
communication

Knowledge Localization and Policy Communication

Developing localized knowledge products and policy communication strategies to bridge the gap between research and policy action.

Strategic CommunicationUNDP
Gender Inclusion in Economic Planning
gesi

Gender Inclusion in Economic Planning

Mainstreaming gender-sensitive indicators across three states to ensure equitable representation in national economic planning frameworks and policy development processes.

Planning and Economic DevelopmentFederal Government of Somalia
Expanding Access to Justice (EAJ) GESI Assessment
gesi

Expanding Access to Justice (EAJ) GESI Assessment

Gender and Social Inclusion assessment conducted with justice actors in South West State and Banadir, examining barriers to equitable access to justice for women and marginalized communities.

Justice and Security ReformEAJ Program
Gender, Poverty and Vulnerability Analysis
research

Gender, Poverty and Vulnerability Analysis

Comprehensive vulnerability analysis producing a disability-disaggregated poverty index using mixed methods including surveys, KIIs, and FGDs with IDPs, minority clans, and persons with disabilities.

Social DevelopmentFederal Government of Somalia
ASI Knowledge Localization Program
communication

ASI Knowledge Localization Program

Ongoing knowledge localization initiative translating policy research and governance frameworks into accessible, locally relevant products to strengthen institutional capacity across Somalia.

Strategic CommunicationAdam Smith International (ASI)
National Security Architecture Development
governance

National Security Architecture Development

Development of the National Security Architecture framework, providing strategic policy analysis and institutional design to strengthen Somalia's defence and security governance structures.

Justice and Security ReformFederal Government of Somalia
GESI in Somalia's Informal Economy — Barriers, Opportunities and Pathways to Equitable Change
gesi

GESI in Somalia's Informal Economy — Barriers, Opportunities and Pathways to Equitable Change

Mixed-methods GESI survey across Banadir and all Federal Member States, producing statistically disaggregated data on barriers faced by women, IDPs, minority clans and persons with disabilities in the informal economy — plus a capacity-building program to support women's pathways to business formalization.

Labour and EmploymentFESTU
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Our Partners & Clients

ILO
AICS
Federal Government of Somalia
Somali Youth Vision (SYV)
Adam Smith International (ASI)
FESTU
Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MoIFAR)
Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development (MoPIED)
Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA)
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Women and Human Rights Development (MoWHRD)
Somali Non-State Actors Association (SONSA)
SIDRA
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
ILO
AICS
Federal Government of Somalia
Somali Youth Vision (SYV)
Adam Smith International (ASI)
FESTU
Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation (MoIFAR)
Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development (MoPIED)
Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA)
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Women and Human Rights Development (MoWHRD)
Somali Non-State Actors Association (SONSA)
SIDRA
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Latest Insights

News & Publications

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Building Resilient Institutions in the Horn of Africa
article
December 15, 2024

Building Resilient Institutions in the Horn of Africa

Exploring strategies for institutional strengthening that can withstand political transitions and external shocks in fragile state contexts.

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The Role of Digital Governance in Somalia's Development
policy brief
November 28, 2024

The Role of Digital Governance in Somalia's Development

How digital transformation is reshaping governance and public service delivery in Somalia, and what it means for the future.

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Gender Mainstreaming in National Development Planning
report
October 10, 2024

Gender Mainstreaming in National Development Planning

A comprehensive look at how gender-responsive approaches can be integrated into national development frameworks for more equitable outcomes.

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