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International Advisory Services
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Africa
With a strong regional presence established in Kenya in 2008, Frankfurt School has amassed significant experience in Sub-Saharan Africa. Our extensive track record encompasses impactful Technical Assistance (TA) projects spanning various thematic areas, such as MSME Lending, Women Banking & Empowerment, Renewable Energy Finance, Digital Financial Services, and HR Training. This experience enables us to effectively implement multi-country frameworks, addressing critical challenges like Climate and Sustainable Finance, as well as Rural and Smart Agri-finance, and making a lasting positive impact in the region's development.
Ethiopia
Executive Seminar for the Board of Directors of the Bank of Abyssinia
| Thematic Area | HR Management & Development |
| Client | Bank of Abyssinia |
| Duration | 2019 |
Executive Seminar for the Board of Directors of Abay Bank
| Thematic Area | HR Management & Development |
| Client | Abay Bank |
| Duration | 2019 |
Training Programme for Bunna International Bank
| Thematic Area | HR Management & Development |
| Client | Bunna International Bank S.C. |
| Duration | 2019 |
Ghana
Consulting Services for the Implementation of the Project Microfinance III (Rural Microfinance) Sinapi Aga Savings & Loans
| Thematic Area | Financial Inclusion & Microfinance |
| Client | Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (Kfw) |
| Duration | 2016 - 2019 |
Ghana Financial Literacy Programme
| Thematic Area | Financial Inclusion & Microfinance |
| Client | World Bank Group (WBG) / IFC |
| Duration | 2017 - 2019 |
Multiple countries
Design of a Bank-Wide Strategic Approach to Financial Inclusion in Africa
| Thematic Area | Financial Inclusion & Microfinance |
| Client | African Development Bank (AfDB) |
| Duration | 2018 |
Review and Implementation of an Enterprise Risk Management Framework
| Thematic Area | Risk, Governance & Regulation |
| Client | Shelter Afrique - Financing Affordable Housing for Africa |
| Duration | 2018-2019 |
Strengthening Middle Management Skills Capacity Building on Leadership, Management and Supervisory Skills
| Thematic Area | HR Management and Development |
| Client | REGMIFA TA Facility |
| Duration | 2016 - 2019 |
Technical Assistance Package - Risk Management
| Thematic Area | Risk, Governance & regulation |
| Client | REGMIFA TA Facility |
| Duration | 2017 - 2019 |
AfDB's Africa SME Support Programme Technical Assistance to support SME focused Financial Institutions
| Thematic Area | SME Banking & Development |
| Client | African Development Bank (AfDB) |
| Duration | 2014 - 2019 |
Nigeria
National Housing Finance Program
| Thematic Area | Affordable Housing Finance |
| Client | World Bank / Central Bank of Nigeria |
| Duration | 2017 - 2018 |
Tanzania
Capacity Building for Dar-Es-Salaam Community Bank Plc (DCB) - Rolling out - Best Practice SME Banking Model
| Thematic Area | Digital Financial Solutions |
| Client | Financial SectorDeepening Trust (FSDT) - Tanzania |
| Duration | 2017 - 2019 |
Support to Develop Agricultural Loan Scorecard at Access Bank Tanzania
| Thematic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | REGMIFA TAF - Access Bank Tanzania |
| Duration | 2017 - 2018 |
Uganda
Uganda Rural Challenge Fund
| Thermatic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | KfW and aBi Trust |
| Duration | 2012 - 2017 |
Europe
With extensive experience in EU initiatives and framework contracts, Frankfurt School excels in diversifying its knowledge beyond the financial sector. Holding prominent positions in European banking clusters and Green/Sustainable Finance, we provide innovative thought leadership in these domains. Our vast institutional and university network empowers us to swiftly address regional development priorities and offer unwavering support to our stakeholders.
Finance Fit for Paris (3fp) Tracker
| Thematic Area | Climate & Sustainable Energy Finance |
| Client | European Climate Foundation (ECF) |
| Duration | 2018 - 2019 |
Asia
Engaging within Asia's evolving economy to address diverse developmental needs across nations, Frankfurt School's International Advisory Services has played a vital role since the early 2000s. Through essential consulting and training collaborations, we contribute to the region's growth. Our involvement extends to diverse donor programs, including Technical Assistance programs in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Indonesia. Leveraging our expansive network and regional proficiency, we effectively address Asia's varying developmental demands.
Cambodia
Exploring the Opportunities for Women-owned SMEs in Cambodia
| Thematic Area | Women Banking & Empowerment |
| Client | International Finance Corporation (IFC) |
| Duration | 2018 - 2019 |
Lao PDR
Development of a Microfinance Management Certificate Course in the Lao PDR Training of Trainers Delivery
| Thematic Area | HR Management & Development |
| Client | Appui au Développement Autonome (ADA) and Lao Microfinance Association (MFA) |
| Duration | 2015 - 2019 |
Multiple countries
Green Housing Fund, Feasibility Study Market Screening and Programme Design
| Thematic Area | Affordable Housing Finance |
| Client | Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) |
| Duration | 2017-2018 |
Myanmar
Myanmar SME Lending Programme (SELP)
| Thematic Area | SME Banking & Development |
| Client | Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) |
| Duration | 2017 - 2019 |
Philipines
Development of a Credit Scoring Model for a Commercial Bank in Philippines
| Thematic Area |
Risk, Governance & Regulation |
| Client |
Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesselschaft mbH (DEG) |
| Duration | 2018 - 2019 |
Turkey, Caucasus & Central Asia
Frankfurt School's strong presence in the Turkey, Caucasus & Central Asia region dates back to 2003 when our first regional office was established in Turkey. Today, this region stands as a cornerstone of our efforts, where we manage ongoing finance development projects across eight countries: Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Our consultancy spans agri-finance, climate finance, SME finance, and women's banking, capitalizing on our deep insights cultivated through long-term engagement and shared cultural, ethnic, and linguistic affinities among the regional countries.
Armenia
Housing Finance Programme Phase IV Armenia
| Thematic Area | Affordable Housing Finance |
| Client | National Mortgage Company / Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) |
| Duration | 2016 - 2018 |
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan Agricultural Finance Facility (AzAFF) – Technical Cooperation Programme ICT-solution AzALES
| Thematic Area | Digital Financial Solutions |
| Client | European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) |
| Duration | 2015 - 2019 |
Azerbaijan Agricultural Finance Facility (AzAFF) Technical Cooperation Programme - Phase I
| Thematic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) |
| Duration | 2015 - 2019 |
Multiple countries
Trade Ready Programme for Georgia and Serbia
| Thematic Area | Digital Financial Solutions |
| Client | Trade Ready Programme for Georgia and Serbia |
| Duration | 2018 |
Tajikistan
Enhanced Competitiveness of Tajik agribusiness (ECTAP)
| Thematic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | European Union (EU) |
| Duration | 2014 - 2019 |
Turkey
Technical Assistance Programmes to Vakifbank’s Staff and Clients
| Thematic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | Agence Française de Développement (AFD) |
| Duration | 2018 - 2019 |
Strengthening the EBRD's Approach to Innovation and Innovation Policy in Turkey
| Thematic Area | SME Banking Development |
| Client | European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) |
| Duration | 2018 |
Turkey Agricultural Finance Facility (TURAFF) Lending Programme for Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
| Thematic Area | Rural & Smart Agri-finance Development |
| Client | European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) |
| Duration | 2010 - 2017 |