Services
ELCS operates across multiple, yet interconnected portfolios, each driving measurable progress in priority development areas. Portfolios integrate a blend of technical excellence, innovation and partnership to deliver tangible and sustainable results. Each portfolio is led by recognized development practitioners who champion knowledge of the sector and global frameworks including a strong professional network base.
Research and Development
ELCS offers a broad range of research and survey, monitoring and evaluation, monitoring and evaluating, including third party monitoring and verification (TPM), impact studies and economic evaluation. The R&D provides the analytical and accountability backbone for ELCS portfolios, transforming evidence into strategic intelligence for adaptive management and performance improvement …
Monitoring & Evaluation
At ELCS, our approach to project/ program monitoring and evaluation is adapted to a variety of contexts, taking into account the project/ program dynamics. Our combined team of national and international consultants identify indicators and develop tools, models and frameworks that best assess the impact, effectiveness and outcome of the project/ program. In Afghanistan there are challenges in monitoring projects including high security premiums, …
Program Design & Management
Our program design and management services help clients get the very best return on their program that fits their organization needs. ELCS has built technical capacity to manage complex projects that require sophisticated and experienced program management. We understand project frameworks and methodologies as well as the required tools, techniques and processes to meet individual project requirements. The ELCS team has examined project failures (cost overruns, benefit shortfalls and/or delays) in Afghanistan involving public institutions, international organizations, and local entities in the marketplace.
Institutional Development & Capacity Building
ELCS has proven track record in the area of institutional development and capacity building with a strong network of highly skilled national and international consultants. At ELCS, we adopt the Jay Galbraith’s Star Model as the principle model for organizational architecture. Based on the Star Model, we provide support to our clients in assessing the right design for their organization or project to achieve its goals. The Star Model assesses the right design of a permanent or temporary organization in the following dimensions: ELCS works with proven models and frameworks.
Public health and health security
The health sector plays a critical role in achieving sustainable development goals, reducing inequality, and improving quality of life. While major progress has been made in expanding access to health care services in Afghanistan, significant challenges remain around equity, health system resilience, and evidence-informed planning.
Business Advirsory
At ELCS, our approach to project/ program monitoring and evaluation is adapted to a variety of contexts, taking into account the project/ program dynamics. Our combined team of national and international consultants identify indicators and develop tools, models and frameworks that best assess the impact, effectiveness and outcome of the project/ program. In Afghanistan there are challenges in monitoring projects including high security premiums,…
🌿 Climate Change & Environment
ELCS supports governments and partners in building climate resilient systems, advancing environmental governance, and promoting green innovation. ELCS supports climate policy development, adaptation planning, and ecosystem based solutions, ensuring that communities and systems can thrive in the face of environmental challenges.
🩺 Global Health Security & Pandemic Preparedness
ELCS enhances health security and emergency readiness through digital tools, emergency coordination, and cross-border collaboration. We support governments and organizations in building resilient health infrastructures to prevent, detect, and respond to emerging threats.
♀️ Gender & Women Empowerment
Mainstreaming gender equity and inclusion across institutional, policy, and private sector systems — transforming commitments into measurable impact.
🆘 Humanitarian & Emergency Response
ELCS designs and supports integrated humanitarian systems that combine local capacity, technology, and data. Our work enhances preparedness, coordination, and early recovery — enabling faster and more effective responses in times of crisis.
💼 Private Sector Development
Leveraging market systems, enterprise solutions, and innovation ecosystems to drive inclusive growth and job creation in emerging and fragile contexts.
🎓 Education & Human Capital Development
ELCS team is cognizant of the foundation role of education sector for social and economic development, human capital growth, and poverty reduction. Despite marked improvements in the education sector in the past two decades in Afghanistan, serious challenges persist around access to education, particularly for girls and women, alignment of curricula with labor market needs, teacher capacity.
☁️ Digital Transformation & Data Analytics
As a data-driven innovation partner, ELCS helps institutions harness technology to modernize governance, improve service delivery, and decision-making. We implement analytics, automation, and digital platforms that enhance transparency, efficiency, and citizen engagement.
