The Organisation Internationale des Consultants et Experts pour le Développement (OICED AISBL) is a globally oriented, Ivory Coast-based international development organization, headquartered in Abidjan. Established to provide multidisciplinary expertise, OICED operates as a non-governmental, non-profit entity recognized for its commitment to sustainable development, capacity building, and humanitarian initiatives across Africa and other developing regions.
Core Business and Mission
OICED's core mission is to catalyze development through the mobilization of expertise in community engagement, research, innovation, and advocacy. The organization integrates an Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach that focuses on identifying and leveraging local strengths, knowledge, and resources to achieve sustainable social and economic transformation.
Product and Service Offerings
OICED offers a broad range of services designed to foster resilience, autonomy, and capacity among vulnerable communities and institutions:
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Community Development
- Implementation of the ABCD model in rural and urban contexts
- Community Asset Mapping and participatory engagement strategies
- Empowerment of local populations through citizen-led development
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Capacity Building
- Leadership training programs tailored to youth, women, and grassroots leaders
- Entrepreneurship workshops for economic empowerment
- Health awareness and psychosocial wellbeing campaigns
- Environmental protection and reforestation projects
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Research and Policy Advocacy
- Conducts evidence-based research to inform policy and practice
- Advocates for inclusive public policies and resilience frameworks
- Collaborates with academic institutions and civil society groups
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Humanitarian Services
- Emergency relief operations in crisis-affected regions
- Support to internally displaced persons and refugees
- Conflict resolution and peacebuilding programs
- Social cohesion and integration of marginalized groups
Specialization and Unique Value Proposition
OICED's specialization lies in its holistic, community-led methodology grounded in the ABCD framework. Its model emphasizes endogenous growth, empowering beneficiaries to become key drivers of their development. The organization also acts as a bridge between local communities and international stakeholders, including governments, NGOs, and development agencies.
Financials
As a registered international non-profit, OICED’s operational funding is sourced from:
- International Donor Agencies (e.g., ECOWAS, UNDP, and African Union programs)
- Bilateral and Multilateral Grants
- Private Foundations and Development Funds
Detailed financial disclosures are not publicly listed, but project-based funding cycles are reported through partnership communications.
Shipment and Trade Data
OICED does not engage in commercial shipments. However, the organization coordinates logistical support for humanitarian aid, including:
- Distribution of medical supplies and food kits in emergencies
- Deployment of expert consultants and trainers to partner regions
In 2023, OICED facilitated development missions and relief aid in 7 West African countries, directly impacting over 120,000 beneficiaries.
Target Market
- Governments and Ministries in developing countries
- International NGOs and development agencies
- Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
- Academic institutions and research centers
- Vulnerable and marginalized populations
Capabilities
- In-house team of over 150 multidisciplinary experts and consultants
- Strategic partnerships with over 30 NGOs and research institutions
- Fluent operational capacity in English, French, and local African languages
- Technology-enabled project tracking and monitoring tools
- Field-tested frameworks for post-conflict and resilience development
Certifications and Compliance
- AISBL Accreditation under Belgian and Ivorian regulations
- Operational Compliance with ECOSOC standards for consultative status (in process)
- Complies with UN Global Compact principles
- Adheres to Sphere Standards for humanitarian response
Customer Testimonials
- "OICED's training empowered our youth with tangible skills to launch community initiatives." – Community Leader, Bouaké
- "Their participatory approach and research-backed strategies set them apart from typical NGOs." – Development Analyst, Dakar
- "We’ve partnered with OICED on rural education projects with outstanding success." – NGO Director, Bamako
Major Achievements
- Launched ABCD training for over 2,000 youth and women across West Africa between 2021-2024
- Spearheaded climate-resilient agriculture projects in partnership with ECOWAS
- Developed multi-country studies on community resilience and sustainable peace in collaboration with African think tanks
- Founded “Consultants Without Borders”, a digital platform connecting local experts with global development missions
- Partnered in COVID-19 emergency relief and health literacy programs, reaching over 50,000 rural households
OICED AISBL continues to be a transformative force in development, fusing local expertise with global standards to drive meaningful change in Africa and beyond.
