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Development Finance Consulting | Unlock ODA Grants & Loans for Sustainable Growth

Partner with us to secure ODA and concessional finance to support sustainable agriculture, fisheries, and climate-resilient growth across Africa and emerging markets.

Development Finance — Financing Instruments & Aid Types
📊 Development Finance — Financing Instruments & Aid Types

Mobilizing Finance for Sustainable Development

We help governments, partners, and private actors unlock ODA, climate finance, concessional loans, and equity for bankable projects in agriculture, fisheries, and the ocean economy.

Using evidence from the OECD CRS, FAO, and the World Bank, we design strategies aligned with Rio Markers, de-risk investment, and support implementation from technical assistance and sector-budget support to blended-finance structures that scale impact.

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How We Support You

Unlock development finance strategies to strengthen sustainable agriculture, fisheries, and climate resilience through targeted ODA grants and blended finance across Africa and emerging markets.

Funding  Intelligence  &
Opportunity Mapping

We support governments, businesses, and development partners in agriculture and fisheries to identify and secure targeted funding —spanning ODA grants, loans, and equity instruments. Using tools like Python, Power BI, Excel, and Tableau, we analyze cross-sector funding flows and visualize development finance trends in real time—helping you track opportunities early and navigate complex mechanisms confidently.

Proposal Development &
Growth Strategy

We transform data insights into high-impact funding proposals that meet donor donor requirements and national goals. Through interactive dashboards and in-depth analysis, we craft targeted proposals and position your organization for long-term growth. Our strategic support ensures you are prepared to act on evolving funding priorities, remain competitive, and seize emerging opportunities.

What Does The Process Look Like?

Development finance visual showing flows, instruments and distribution
1 Step 1: Initial consultation - Needs Assessment

We begin with a deep dive into your organization’s goals, challenges, and funding priorities. Our intake process includes key questions such as:

  • What development challenges are you aiming to address?
  • What types of funding (grants, loans, equity) are you targeting?
  • Who are the key internal and external stakeholders?
  • What existing data, strategies, or funding efforts can we build upon?

We combine these insights with trusted global datasets—such as those from the World Bank and OECD Creditor Reporting System (CRS)—to establish a tailored ODA development finance strategy that aligns with your vision and unlocks high-impact funding opportunities.

2 Step 2: Strategy Development

Based on our assessment, we develop a tailored funding strategy aligned with your financial goals and sector priorities. This includes:

  • Identifying relevant donors, development partners, or financial institutions
  • Aligning your needs with appropriate finance and aid instruments (e.g., ODA grants, sector budget support, technical assistance)
  • Mapping timelines, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements

Throughout this phase, we work closely with your team to ensure the strategy reflects your objectives and positions you competitively for funding success.

3 Step 3: Data-Driven Insights & Opportunity Mapping

Our approach is grounded in advanced analytics. Using tools like Excel, Python, Microsoft Power BI, and Tableau, we:

  • Monitor and forecast development finance trends
  • Identify early-stage and underutilized funding opportunities
  • Analyze donor priorities and historical disbursement flows by sector, region, and income group

These insights empower you to act strategically—enhancing your ability to secure targeted financing aligned with relevant funding windows.

4 Step 4: Proposal Drafting & Submission

We transform data-driven insights into compelling, results-oriented proposals tailored to donor priorities. This includes:

  • Drafting clear, persuasive narratives aligned with your mission and goals
  • Demonstrating measurable outcomes and alignment with development indicators
  • Ensuring full compliance with donor requirements, financial frameworks, and international standards

Our proposals are designed not only to secure funding—but also to strengthen your credibility and establish long-term financing partnerships.

5 Step 5: Ongoing Support & Growth Advisory

We provide continuous support to help your funding strategy evolve and scale. This includes:

  • Tracking disbursements and monitoring performance
  • Updating proposals and strategies in response to changing donor priorities
  • Strengthening stakeholder relationships and enhancing strategic positioning for future funding cycles

With our ongoing advisory, your organization remains responsive and well-informed to seize new development finance opportunities.

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F.A.Q. about Development Finance

1 What is development finance, and why is it important?

Development finance refers to the resources and mechanisms used to fund projects that drive growth, reduce poverty, and support sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries. It helps close investment gaps in essential sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, health, education, and climate resilience—areas that are often under-served by commercial capital.

Sources: OECD — Climate & Development Finance FAQ · OECD — ODA Standards

2 What are the main instruments used in development finance?
  • Grants — Non-repayable funds for specific development objectives.
  • Concessional loans — Loans on below-market terms to enhance affordability.
  • Equity investments — Capital in exchange for ownership stakes.
  • Guarantees & insurance — Risk-mitigation tools that mobilize private capital.
  • Blended finance — Public or philanthropic funds combined with private capital to improve the risk-return profile.

Sources: OECD · IFC — Blended Finance

3 What is Official Development Assistance (ODA)?

ODA is government aid that promotes the economic development and welfare of developing countries. It includes grants and concessional loans that meet criteria set by the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) and enables large-scale investments in health, education, governance, and infrastructure.

Source: OECD — Official Development Assistance (ODA)

4 What is a Development Finance Institution (DFI), and what role does it play?

A DFI is a government-backed or multilateral institution that provides risk-tolerant capital and advisory services to support private-sector development in emerging and frontier markets. DFIs unlock investment in underserved sectors and geographies where commercial investors are hesitant.

Examples: IFC, African Development Bank (AfDB), Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Sources: World Bank — DFI · World Bank — IDA Private Sector Window

5 What is blended finance, and how does it work?

Blended finance strategically deploys concessional public or philanthropic capital to mobilize private investment for development impact. Instruments can include guarantees, first-loss capital, and technical assistance—widely used in sectors like renewable energy, health, and agriculture.

Sources: IFC — Blended Finance · OECD DAC Blended Finance Guidance

6 What is green finance, and why is it important in development?

Green finance supports environmentally sustainable outcomes, including climate mitigation and adaptation. It funds renewable energy, low-carbon transport, sustainable agriculture, and ecosystem protection—aligning growth with environmental stewardship.

Source: World Bank — Climate Finance (Factsheet)

7 How can businesses and projects access development finance?
  • Submit a project concept/proposal to DFIs or multilateral development banks (MDBs).
  • Undergo impact assessment and due diligence.
  • Align with priority themes (e.g., climate, jobs, infrastructure).

Organisations such as the IFC, AfDB, and ADB provide dedicated portals for pipeline exploration and applications.

Source: IFC

8 What is the Sustainable Development Finance Policy (SDFP)?

The SDFP is a World Bank–implemented framework that promotes transparent and responsible borrowing. It includes two pillars: (1) the Debt Sustainability Enhancement Program (DSEP), which supports sound debt management and transparency; and (2) the Program of Creditor Outreach (PCO), which strengthens coordination among creditors to mitigate collective debt risks.

Source: World Bank IDA — SDFP Overview

9 How does development finance support sustainable trade?

Development finance enables sustainable trade by funding green, climate-resilient infrastructure (ports, roads, logistics), supporting standards and certifications, and financing value chains that help exporters compete responsibly in global markets.

Source: World Bank — Trade for Development

10 Why is reliable data important in trade and development finance?

Reliable data underpins evidence-based policy and investment decisions. It improves transparency, accountability, and performance tracking, and helps align financing with national strategies and the SDGs.

Sources: World Bank — World Development Indicators · OECD — ODA Trends & Statistics

11 What is the Creditor Reporting System (CRS)?

The CRS is a global database managed by the OECD DAC that tracks official development finance flows. It provides project-level data from donor countries and multilateral agencies to enhance transparency and coordination.

Source: OECD — Finance for Sustainable Development (CRS)

12 What are Rio Markers, and how do they support environmental development finance?

Rio Markers are OECD indicators used to track aid that targets climate mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity, and desertification. They help assess how much development finance supports environmental goals and alignment with the Rio Conventions and Paris Agreement.

Source: OECD — Rio Markers for Climate & Environment

Advance Your Development Finance Goals

Partner with our Development Finance team to unlock funding opportunities, design impactful proposals,
and strengthen your institution’s capacity to deliver sustainable results across Africa and emerging markets.

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About The Way Policy Group

Driving sustainable growth through expert trade policy consulting, development finance advisory, and data-driven insights for agriculture and fisheries. We help governments, businesses, and institutions unlock opportunities, reduce barriers, and compete in global markets.

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