Advisory and research services for the change-makers in MENA
IFI is a consulting boutique empowering private, public and non-profit organizations in the MENA region through tailored advisory and research services
Nadia Moukaddem is an independent consultant with 15 years of experience helping organizations tackle complex challenges and unlock new opportunities in developing markets. She specializes in strategy advisory, organizational assessments and design, process improvements, economic and market research, and programmatic advisory. She supported CEOs, founders, public administrations, foundations, NGOs, SMEs, and start-ups—delivering tailored, actionable insights that lead to measurable, sustainable results. She works closely with clients through every stage, from diagnosis to implementation. With a deep understanding of the MENA region’s socio-economic landscape and a commitment to making a positive impact, she helps you align your vision with reality and spark meaningful progress. She graduated from HEC Paris (Msc Management) and Sciences Po Paris (Master in Public Affairs)
Clients & Partners
We have delivered work to regional and global public and private organizations












Services
Strategy & Planning
We help organizations define or revisit their vision, clarify their goals, and design strategic roadmaps and growth targets that are both ambitious and achievable. Whether you're launching a new initiative, expanding your operations, or facing a moment of transition, we bring structure and clarity to your strategy process and support you with your growth. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for decision-making, prioritization, action planning and business development.
Organizational Improvements
We assess existing organizational structures and operating models to identify what’s working, what’s holding you back, and where there’s room to evolve. We support leadership teams in redesigning structures, roles, and processes in a way that aligns with your mission, enhances collaboration, and enables more effective execution. We work closely with teams to map, simplify, and improve internal processes—so you can focus more on what matters. The result is an organization that’s more agile, coherent, and fit for purpose.
Economic & Market Research
We conduct in-depth research and analysis to inform programs, policies, and investments in the development and impact space. Our work supports evidence-based decision-making for NGOs, foundations, DFIs, and public institutions—whether you're designing a new intervention, exploring livelihood opportunities, mapping value chains, or analyzing the economic potential of a sector or region. We bring contextual understanding, strong research methodologies, and a focus on actionable insights that support inclusive, sustainable, and locally relevant solutions.
Programmatic & Policy Advisory
We advise organizations on the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs, policies, and interventions. From articulating a theory of change to designing monitoring frameworks, we help ensure that your work is strategic, evidence-based, and focused on real outcomes. Our experience spans social impact, development, sustainability, and governance.
Training & Capacity Building
We design and deliver tailored training programs that empower entrepreneurs, start-ups, and SMEs to build strategic capabilities and navigate complex environments. With a strong focus on Lebanon and the broader MENA region, We’ve coached and trained over 300 businesses through programs with Berytech, SPARK, LLWB, MakeSense and other leading partners.
Off-sites and Retreats
We design and facilitate bespoke retreats and off-site sessions that help leadership teams step back, reflect, and realign. These sessions are highly tailored to your goals—whether you're setting direction, fostering innovation, or simply reconnecting as a team. We create the space, structure, and energy needed to spark fresh thinking and collective momentum.
Why work with us?
We strongly believe in collaborative thinking, grounded and data-driven analysis, and actionable solutions. Every engagement is customized to fit your specific goals, culture, and context.
We don't just deliver reports— we help you move forward.
Key principles we bring to our work:
- Deep listening & diagnostics
- Creative problem-solving
- Regional expertise in MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa
- Support throughout implementation
- Impact-driven strategies
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Our tailored consulting and cutting-edge research services deliver impactful solutions for sustainable growth and success.