Who We Are

Development Impact Solutions (DIS) is a global advisory firm specializing in systems diagnostics, labour governance, and institutional strengthening. We support governments, international organizations, and private sector actors to address complex challenges through evidence-driven, contextually grounded, and implementable solutions.

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Our Approach

Understanding Systems. Delivering Change.

We work at the intersection of research, policy, and practice—ensuring that analysis translates into actionable outcomes.

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Diagnose Systems
Understanding how institutions, markets, and labour systems actually function
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Identify Root Causes
Going beyond symptoms to uncover structural constraints
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Design Practical Solutions
Developing implementable strategies aligned with real-world conditions

Global Capability

DIS operates across diverse geographies, with experience spanning South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and multi-country global programmes.

We deliver research and advisory services in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese — ensuring both global perspective and local relevance.

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What Sets Us Apart

Systems-first thinking

We address root causes, not symptoms

From evidence to action

Practical solutions, not just analysis

Labour and supply chain expertise

Grounded in real sectors

Bridging stakeholders

Government, employers, and workers

Global standards, local delivery

Aligned with ILO and UN frameworks

Our Network of Experts

DIS brings together a global network of senior experts, assembled based on the specific needs of each assignment.

Our teams are tailored to context – ensuring the right expertise, regional knowledge, and technical depth for every engagement. We work with specialists across:

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Dr. M. Saifullah Chaudhry
GESI • Migration • ESG

Feminist systems expert, anthropologist, migration and decent work specialist; 20+ years leading global GESI/DEI, ESG, and institutional reform. Toronto/Islamabad

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Saadya Hamdani
Feminist Systems Transformation

Feminist systems leader, organizational transformation expert; 20+ years shaping global gender equality strategies.
Toronto, Canada

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Ahumuza Shivan
MEAL & Data Systems

MEAL specialist, data systems and accountability expert; 10+ years leading evaluations and evidence-driven programming.
Kampala, Uganda

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Abu Saleh Mohammad Musa
Research & Impact Evaluation

Research and evaluation leader, quantitative and qualitative expert; 15+ years leading multi-country surveys and development programming.
Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Melissa Amezcua
Gender Journalism & Human Rights

Investigative journalist, gender and human rights researcher; 10+ years covering feminist issues and social accountability.
Mexico City, Mexico

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Albert (Francophone Consultant)
Francophone Evaluation & Research

Francophone evaluation specialist, mixed-methods researcher supporting qualitative analysis and multi-country programme assessments.
Kinshasa, DRC (or update once confirmed

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Ana Jacinto
Public Health & MEL Systems

Senior MEL specialist, public health systems expert; 19+ years leading evaluations and national data systems strengthening.
Maputo, Mozambique

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Nondumiso Nsibande
Gender Policy & GBV Leadership

Senior gender specialist, GBV and SRHR expert; 18+ years in feminist policy, research, and regional leadership.
Johannesburg, South Africa

Office Presence

Global Presence
Toronto, Canada
Islamabad, Pakistan

info@developmentimpact.org

Working across Africa, South Asia, and Latin America

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