618 New Adilynn, Westgate, Harare Zimbabwe.

Mon - Fri : 08.00 AM - 17.00 PM

+263 777172777

Welcome to EMCAD

Empowerment for Career Development (EMCAD) is dedicated to delivering world-class research, consultancy, and training solutions that enhance decision-making, strengthen institutions, and build resilient futures across Africa.

Equipping Changemakers

Our training programs equip young professionals and institutions with practical skills in M&E, data analysis, project planning, and more — enhancing their impact and employability in the development space.

Consulting for Impact

Precision in Motion

When it comes to our work, we always make sure you never miss a single chance to meet quality and satisfaction in the same building.

No Compromises

Our well executed footprint also serves as a track record of our efficient and effective service delivery system .

Built on Recognition

Our exceptional execution and delivery has also been acknowledged far and wide. This has been our driving force to keep striving for better.

Professional Team

Our skill set is certainly top of the range. With such professional knowledge, a satisfactory project is definitely more than just a guarantee.

About Us

10 Years. Countless Solutions. One Commitment: Innovation

From baseline studies to complex multi-country evaluations, EMCAD delivers high-quality research and consultancy services that inform strategy, influence policy, and drive sustainable solutions across Africa.

With a strong presence across Southern, Eastern, and the Horn of Africa, EMCAD collaborates with international NGOs, UN agencies, civil society organizations, and Governments to deliver innovative, evidence-based solutions in public health, gender equality, education, livelihoods, governance, and youth empowerment, to mention a few.

Through specialized training, research excellence, and strategic consultancy, we equip professionals, strengthen institutions, and drive meaningful impact across the development and humanitarian sectors.

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Our Services

Explore our range of Top-Tier offerings, meticulously designed to elevate your experience.

Consultancy

Our consultancy services support organizations in strategy development, project design, monitoring & evaluation frameworks, and policy reviews. With a strong network of expert associates, we bring deep contextual knowledge and technical excellence to every assignment.

Research & Evaluation

We deliver high-quality, evidence-based research to inform programming, policy, and decision-making. Our team conducts baseline studies, endline evaluations, needs assessments, feasibility studies, and impact evaluations across diverse development and humanitarian sectors.

Training & Capacity Building

EMCAD offers hands-on training in key areas such as Results-Based Management, M&E, SPSS, NVivo, fundraising, and qualitative/quantitative research. We empower young professionals and institutions with the practical skills needed to thrive in today’s development landscape.

Your Trusted Partner in Sustainable Development

At EMCAD, we understand that choosing the right partner can define the success of your program, policy, or career journey. Here's why organizations across Africa and beyond choose to work with us:

Regional

Expertise

Evidence-Based

Approach

Capacity Building

Focus

Tailored, Client-Centered

Solutions

Our Projects

Impactful Projects Across Africa

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Public Health
Women and Youth Empowerment
Climate Change and Governance

Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)

EMCAD promotes SRHR by supporting access to quality services, empowering youth and women, and strengthening community awareness.

Resilience and Climate Change

EMCAD supports climate adaptation and resilience through research, policy analysis, and capacity-building initiatives.

Digital Skills and Empowerment

In partnership with Plan International and other stakeholders, EMCAD equips young people with practical digital skills to enhance their employability and career growth.

Public Health

EMCAD delivers evidence-based research and consultancy in public health to improve health outcomes across communities.

Democracy and Governance

EMCAD advances good governance and democratic accountability through research, policy support, and civic engagement initiatives.

Women and Youth Empowerment

EMCAD empowers women and youth through targeted training, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives that promote economic inclusion, leadership, and social justice.

Contact Us

Let's Work Together

Have a project in mind? Need expert support in research, consultancy, or training? We’re here to help you drive impact and deliver results.

Team Member

Experienced Team Members

Mrs Ratidzai Ndhlovu

Executive Director

Mrs Tendai Makanjera

Managing Director

Rumbidzai Hokonya

Finance and Administration Officer

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What Our Clients Say!

"“Working with EMCAD was a game changer for our programming. Their team brought deep expertise, contextual understanding, and a highly collaborative spirit to our strategy review process. The final outputs were actionable, insightful, and delivered on time.”

Project Manager

International Development NGO

“The training I received from EMCAD was incredibly practical and relevant. I gained hands-on experience using SPSS and learned how to design and evaluate programs using real-world scenarios. It gave me the confidence and skills I needed to advance in my career.”

Rutendo M.

M&E Officer, Harare

“EMCAD’s research team demonstrated a strong grasp of both methodology and local dynamics. Their approach was thorough, professional, and responsive to our feedback. The insights they provided have significantly shaped our program implementation.”

Dr. A. Khosa

Individual Client

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618 New Adilynn, Westgate, Harare