Governance & institutional development

We manage projects that strengthen governance and policy development, fostering transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth for more resilient and inclusive societies.

Services Offered

Governance Structure & Reform

Governance Assessments & Gap Analysis
Organizational Structure Design & Optimization
Board Development & Training
Policy & Procedure Development
Risk Management & Compliance Frameworks
Internal Control Systems Enhancement
Transparency & Accountability Mechanisms
Conflict of Interest Management

Specific Policy Areas

Public Financial Management
Anti-Corruption & Transparency
Environmental & Climate Change Policy
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Integration
Social Inclusion & Equity Policies
Human Rights & Gender Equality Policies
Disaster Risk Reduction & Management

Policy Development & Implementation

Policy Research & Analysis
Policy Drafting & Review
Stakeholder Engagement & Consultation
Regulatory Compliance Support
Policy Implementation Strategies
Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks
Policy Communication & Dissemination
Capacity Building & Training

Supporting Services

Related Past Projects

Institutional Strengthening

Project: Rural Finance Sector Development Project

Donor: Asian Development Bank

Client: Ministry of Local Government and Provincial Councils, Government of Sri Lanka

The project is to rehabilitate the existing Colombo Sewerage System, including some parts in the metro Colombo area. The IDC component of the project is to provide ongoing assistance, support, and advice to senior management of CMC, NWSDB, and other relevant authorities to ensure efficient service delivery. EML provided technical expertise in
Implementing capacity building programs, community participation, and public education campaigns, and identifying and implementing specific activities to create an environment for increasing willingness to pay for improved services. In addition, assisted in establishing efficient budgeting, accounting, and financial management systems.

Project: Rural Finance Sector Development Project

Donor: Asian Development Bank

Client: National Water Supply and Drainage Board

This Project Preparatory Technical Assistance (PPTA) was to facilitate sustainable development in disadvantaged districts in Sri Lanka, with the focus on improved basic water supply and sanitation infrastructure. capacity development assistance for institutionalizing mechanisms for sustainable community-based infrastructure development. EML was responsible for capacity building of program NGOs and CBOs in initiating and subsequent operation and maintenanace of community based water supply projects. Also conducted poverty and social analysis (guided by ADB’s hand book on Poverty and Social Analysis – ADB 2001)

Project: Rural Finance Sector Development Project

Donor: Ministry of Local Government and Provincial Councils, Government of Sri Lanka

Client: Asian Development Bank

The objective of the project was to strengthen rural finance sector institutions for the provision of efficient service delivery by Rural Finance Institutes (RFIs). Also, the project enhanced the outreach of sustainable and appropriate rural finance services and thereby contribute to economic growth and poverty reduction. EML provided technical expertise in capacity development for micro finance training institutions; strengthening the demand side through support for village –based micro enterprises. The project involved the Central Bank, 6 regional banks, Samurdhi Banking Sector, and regional cooperative banks.

Small & Medium Enterprises (SME)/ Micro finance

Project: The Sri Lanka- German Small and Medium Enterprises (SME)Development Programme

Donor: GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit, German Development Cooperation)

Client: GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit)

Developing a concept to measure KPIs; a baseline survey on the SME development; plan to monitor the success of the system against a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for tracking development of SMEs and a survey on economic participation and social impact. During the baseline survey, 300 graduates of the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA) were trained on data collection methods. The Project will monitor the success of its activities which will be a part of monitoring system of GIZ.

Tourism and Development

Project: Infrastructure Development Investment Program for Tourism in Himachal Pradesh -India

Donor: Asian Development Bank

Client: Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Board-India

The project consisted of nine sub-projects related to the construction/rehabilitation of existing urban and social infrastructure which includes market centers, interpretation centers, camping facilities, jetty developments, landscaping and planting. Drafting of state specific policy and guidelines on sustainable tourism and set the legal basis for community based tourism; contributing to the guidelines on sustainable tourism and set the legal basis for community based tourism in terms of partnership set ups and environmental safeguards in design of development control for the management plans.

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SPECIALIZED AREAS

Comprehensive Expertise Across Nine Specialized Sectors

We have structured our consulting services into nine specialized sectors, each dedicated to handling projects with precision and expertise. This sector-based approach allows us to provide targeted solutions, ensuring that every project benefits from the right skills, knowledge, and strategic oversight. From planning and implementation to monitoring and evaluation, our teams work seamlessly to deliver efficient, transparent, and high-impact results. With this specialized framework, we maximize effectiveness and create sustainable, long-term success for our partners and donors.