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Programme and project design

Programme and Project Design for Real World Results

Designing a successful programme begins with understanding what will work in practice. Prime Consulting’s approach focuses on realistic interventions, sustainable economic impacts and solutions that reflect the complexities of local environments.

Designing for tangible results

Experience covers complex multi year programmes as well as targeted, single focus initiatives across infrastructure, food security, ICT and organisational development. Detailed investigation sits at the heart of our design work, ensuring decisions are shaped by evidence and grounded in local insight.
A practical, market led approach

Project designs are guided by market realities, strong economic and financial analysis, and a clear understanding of capacity, capability and risk. Our method aligns with established OECD principles, placing particular emphasis on sustainability and long term impact.
Consultative and inclusive process

Design work is collaborative, iterative and evidence based. Political, economic, social, technical, environmental and legal considerations are balanced carefully to achieve targeted outcomes and ensure the design can be implemented effectively.

Elements of Successful Project Design

A shared understanding of goals and expected results.
Design options informed by comprehensive desktop and field research.
A solid grasp of market systems and how they influence change.
Deep understanding of the operating environment and its challenges.
Capability to place personnel in field settings safely and establish productive stakeholder relationships.
Sector knowledge that allows technical solutions to be adapted to local contexts.
Stakeholder involvement that builds ownership and alignment around the final design.
Designs and team approaches that respect cultural norms and expectations.
Experience working with businesses and value chain actors.
Clear adherence to internationally recognised design principles and quality standards.

Examples of our project design work:

Afghanistan Agricultural Support Programme
Design and delivery of a multi year agricultural programme in Bamyan Province, improving agricultural practices and supporting sustainable economic returns for farming communities.
Afghanistan Value Chains Livestock Programme
Design and delivery of a major livestock sector programme that partners with anchor firms across five livestock value chains to build capacity and expand commercial opportunities.
Zambia Dairy Transformation Programme
Design and delivery of a national programme supporting smallholder farmers and dairy cooperatives to increase milk supply, improve farm profitability and raise household incomes.
Fiji Dairy Industry Development Initiative
Design and implementation of a programme drawing on New Zealand dairy expertise and local Fijian knowledge to strengthen dairy farming systems.
Arghandab Integrated Water Resources Project
Preparation of a project designed to improve water and electricity services for urban and rural communities through enhanced water storage and improved system reliability.
CARD F Programme, Afghanistan
Redesign of the business plan for Phase II of the Comprehensive Agriculture and Rural Development Facility, strengthening horticulture and livestock value chains across multiple provinces.
Small scale water management in Afghanistan
Design and delivery of a rural water management programme using small check dams to alleviate water shortages across four districts in Bamyan Province.