Evidence-based solutions for our partners in Somalia, Somaliland & beyond.
We research, design and evaluate programmes in green energy, water, climate resilience and social protection for UN agencies, NGOs, government and the private sector.
Our work in numbers
An independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy
Premier Draft (PD) provides innovative, evidence-based solutions for sustainable development. Our experts cover green energy, engineering, social protection, digital and financial inclusion, research and evaluation, and third-party monitoring.
Our Vision
To be East Africa’s leading pool of experts in engineering, management consulting and building supervision.
Our Mission
Innovative, high-quality work for development, humanitarian, public and private clients.
Key Publications
Reports, design studies and assessments from our recent work.
ESIA and RAP for Somaliland's fibre backbone
World Bank · Ministry of ICT · EA-RDIP Phase 1
Latest News and Projects
Updates from our teams in the field.
Public consultations open on the EA-RDIP fibre corridor
Our safeguards team is posting public notices and meeting communities along Priority Routes 1 and 2.
Solar irrigation design completed for Bacaad village
Check-dam designs to reduce Shabelle flood losses
Field visit with government officials on the fibre route
Climate vulnerability study shared with Danwadaag partners
Offices and project sites
Hargeisa
Main office · 26 June District
Mogadishu
Sub-office
Burao
Sub-office
Project sites
Garowe, Qardho, Hiiraan, Middle Shabelle
For five years we have delivered research and technical support across Somaliland and Somalia in development, gender, social protection, climate and emergencies. Our work has strengthened coordination with international NGOs and supported better government service delivery. We will keep building partnerships that help our clients decide with evidence. Our approach emphasizes evidence-based planning, inclusive stakeholder engagement, and a deep understanding of local social, economic, environmental, and institutional dynamics. By translating complex challenges into actionable insights and informed design strategies, we empower development partners to make better decisions, prioritize investments, and implement interventions that strengthen resilience, improve service delivery, and create lasting development impact.
At Premier Draft Consultancy Firm (PDC), we combine local knowledge, technical expertise, and innovative thinking to develop practical, adaptable, and sustainable solutions that address the evolving needs of communities, institutions, and development partners.
Programs Lead, Premier Draft
What We Do
Six practice areas delivered by one multi-disciplinary team.
Research and Evaluation
Baselines, impact evaluations and learning reviews.
Green Energy and Engineering
Solar water systems, technical design and supervision.
Our Core Values
Honesty in every relationship.
Creative, evidence-based solutions.
High-quality services for every client.
Meaningful work with public and private agencies.
Environmental and Social Safeguards
ESIA and RAP to World Bank ESF standards.
Climate, Water and Early Warning
Vulnerability analysis, DRM and early action.
Monitoring and TPM
Independent checks on programmes and systems.
Social Protection and Inclusion
Gender, inclusion and financial access research.
Not sure which service fits?
Share your terms of reference and our team will advise on the right approach.
Research and evaluation, green energy and engineering, ESIA and RAP, climate and early warning, monitoring, and social protection studies.
Across Somaliland and Somalia, from our main office in Hargeisa and sub-offices in Mogadishu and Burao.
Use the contact form or call our Hargeisa office. Share your terms of reference and timeline and we will prepare a tailored proposal.
Every study follows our Ethics and Data Protection Policy, with a dedicated data ethics officer and panel.
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