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Evidence for better decisions
Research and assessment services

Context-sensitive research that turns complex questions into usable evidence.

GRC designs and conducts applied research and assessments for organisations that need credible evidence before making programme, policy, investment or institutional decisions. Our work is grounded in Ethiopia’s operating context and combines methodological rigour with practical field experience.

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Service overview

How GRC supports this assignment area.

Research and assessment assignments often begin with broad questions: What do communities need? Which barriers limit access? Which intervention model is feasible? What does the evidence say? Which institutional or market conditions matter? GRC helps clients refine these questions into a clear research design.

Our studies can combine quantitative surveys, qualitative interviews, focus group discussions, observation, document review, policy analysis, market mapping and participatory validation. We give attention to inclusion, language, ethics, confidentiality and the practical realities of fieldwork.

The final output is not only a long report. We structure findings so they support planning, programme design, advocacy, learning, resource allocation or institutional decision-making.

Our approach

A structured process from assignment design to use.

Each assignment is tailored, but the same discipline is applied: clarity of purpose, sound methods, careful field systems, transparent analysis and practical outputs.

01

Define the decision problem

We clarify what the research should help the client decide, who will use it and what level of evidence is realistic within the timeline.

02

Map evidence and stakeholders

We review existing documents and identify the stakeholders, population groups, institutions and information sources required for the study.

03

Select appropriate methods

We develop a mixed-methods or focused qualitative/quantitative approach based on the research questions, context and available resources.

04

Generate evidence ethically

We conduct fieldwork using informed consent, confidentiality, careful facilitation and quality control suited to the participants and setting.

05

Produce actionable analysis

We organise findings around decisions, implications and feasible recommendations, supported by data displays and clear narrative explanation.

Methods and tools

Methods may include

Needs assessment Feasibility study Situation analysis Market and labour-market assessment Policy and document review Household survey Stakeholder interviews FGDs Case study methods Evidence synthesis
Typical deliverables

Outputs clients can use

Research protocol Literature and document review Data-collection tools Clean datasets Analytical report Policy brief Presentation slides Validation workshop materials Action-oriented recommendations
Questions clients ask

Frequently asked questions.

Can GRC conduct mixed-methods research?

Yes. We can combine survey data, qualitative interviews, focus groups, document review and participatory validation in one coherent design.

Can GRC support programme design through research?

Yes. Assessments can be structured to inform targeting, intervention design, risk analysis, sustainability planning and implementation strategy.

Can findings be presented as a policy brief?

Yes. In addition to full reports, we can produce concise briefs and presentations for leadership, donors and stakeholders.

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Need research and assessments support?

Share your terms of reference, concept note or a short description of the assignment. GRC will help you clarify the scope, methodology, work plan and deliverables.

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