Who We Are
An independent, multi-disciplinary firm delivering innovative, evidence-based solutions for sustainable development in Somaliland and Somalia.
Seasoned experts across the fields that shape development
Premier Draft (PD) brings together experts in green energy, engineering, social protection, digital and financial inclusion, research and evaluation, baseline and third-party monitoring, and applied research on climate change and energy.
We are a solution-oriented firm with a proven track record for a wide range of clients and partners. Through our services we aim to strengthen social protection, empower duty bearers, reduce poverty, build resilience and advance sustainable development.
We use modern technology to collect, process, visualise and analyse complex data, so our clients get reliable, cost-effective solutions and implementation strategies.
Our Vision
To be the leading pool of professional experts in engineering, management consulting and building supervision in East Africa.
Our Mission
To grow as a professional organisation that delivers innovative, high-quality work in engineering, management consulting and capacity building, for profit and non-profit, government and non-government, development and humanitarian clients.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Honesty and transparency among our staff and with every client.
Innovation
Creative, evidence-based solutions to complex development challenges that drive lasting impact.
Professionalism
Professional experts committed to high-quality services for our clients.
Partnership
Meaningful partnerships with thriving public and private agencies.
Over the last five years we have delivered research for clients across Somaliland and Somalia, providing technical input in development, gender, social protection, climate, resilience and emergencies. We help clients decide with evidence and learn from their gaps.
In 2025 we sharpened our thematic focus with more partners. Our work ethic has strengthened coordination within and beyond international NGOs, supporting more effective government service delivery in disaster risk management and development. We continue to build relationships with larger stakeholders and partners.
Managing Director
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
How we create value
Partnering
We partner with key agencies to uncover the main challenges in development, emergencies, climate and energy.
Evidence
We make decisions easier for public and government agencies by giving them clear evidence.
Expertise
Our experts panel has broad experience and in-depth knowledge of our thematic sectors.
Growth
We are committed to widening our work across the Horn of Africa and beyond.
Your data, handled with care
Our Ethics and Data Protection Policy commits us to data ethics, responsibility for every step of data processing, and control over third-party processing.
- A dedicated data ethics officer and panel
- We collect only the data needed for clearly defined purposes
- Third-party suppliers act on our instruction, under comparable data ethics policies
Data creates value
Data is used so clients reach the right solutions in the most efficient way.
Transparency by design
People can see the data held about them and how it is processed.
Protected data
Clients can trust that their data is protected in the best possible way.
Risk assessments
We check for harms such as monitoring, exclusion or stigma before new data processing starts.
Based in Hargeisa, working across the region
Our main office is in the 26 June District of Hargeisa, with operational sub-offices in Mogadishu and Burao. Our offices are fully equipped with high-standard ICT that meets international best practice for quality service and effective communication.
Hargeisa
26 June District, Somaliland
Mogadishu
Somalia
Burao
Somaliland
