The Work We Do:

Public Sector and Business Enabling Environment
A key aspect of our work in private sector development is improving the domestic business environment. We work to build capacity and understanding in government agencies so they can serve as public sector partners in fostering economic growth.

Trade & Enterprise
We help businesses become more competitive, from interventions that affect national policy, to supporting the development of business associations, to targeted training at the firm level. We explore ways to penetrate global markets, enhance quality, increase sales, attract investment, apply new technologies and create jobs.

Financial Services
A well-run financial system is critical to any country’s ability to mobilize savings, make capital available, and catalyze investment. We implement cross-cutting interventions to improve access to finance for micro, small, and medium businesses, strengthen the capacity of banks and other financial institutions, and create innovative financial products for under-served business segments such as women entrepreneurs and farmers.

Tourism
For a relatively small investment, tourism can provide a strong boost to a developing country’s economy and has a strong “ripple effect.” Pro-poor tourism boosts revenue in other areas (such as food services and handicrafts), creates associated jobs, and attracts investment.

ICT & Applied Technologies
Our Geekcorps subsidiary designs and implements innovative technology programs in remote corners of the world, from sophisticated cross-cutting ICT installations to makeshift FM antennas cobbled out of soft drink bottles.

Volunteer Consultancies
IESC was founded as a volunteer organization and we remain committed to skills-based volunteering. We recognize the special value of a volunteer and incorporate volunteers whenever possible into our projects and programs.