About Synapse

A new kind of advisory firm, built for a complex world.

Synapse was founded on a simple conviction: the most persistent challenges in development, governance, markets, and technology require connected thinking across systems, sectors, and disciplines.

Introduction

Strategy. Technology. Development. All under one roof.

We partner with development organisations, private enterprises, civil society, and governments to deliver solutions that are evidence-based, context-sensitive, and built for lasting impact.

What Sets Us Apart

Our team combines global best practice with deep on-the-ground insight, drawing on expertise across project management, institutional capacity building, policy analysis, digital inclusion, MEL, and organisational effectiveness.

Why We Work This Way

Built around an integrated practice model.

Systems Thinking

We map the full system before recommending intervention, so solutions address causes and not only visible symptoms.

Expert Network

Synapse operates with a core team of senior advisors supported by specialised experts selected for each mandate.

Capability Transfer

We measure success by what changes after we leave, so every engagement includes deliberate knowledge transfer.

Expertise

The capability areas behind our delivery model.

Project Management

Full lifecycle delivery support across complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.

Institutional Capacity Building

Strengthening leadership, systems, governance, and operational effectiveness.

Market Systems Development

Designing market-based responses to systemic social and economic constraints.

Policy Analysis

Evidence-based policy review, reform design, and implementation support.

Digital Inclusion

Expanding equitable access to digital tools, services, and connectivity.

MEL & Learning

Building adaptive monitoring systems and useful learning loops.

Organisational Effectiveness

Improving governance, culture, and performance systems for resilient teams.

Strategic Repositioning

Clarifying value proposition, strategic direction, and market narrative.