Who we are?

Our story

Centre for Integrated Development Research and Action (CIDRA) is a think tank and socio-economic research and statistical data consulting firm established in 2012 with a goal of becoming a reference Centre of excellence in Research, development, data portal and training for National and International Development Action.

As its Moto entails, this Centre is a hub for research and training in multiple disciplines.

    • We contract consultancy and training jobs;
    • Write community development projects,
    • Grant proposal applications and
    • Support the day to day management of the implementation of these projects in partnership with local government entities and non-governmental organizations for the benefit of local community members.

Mission and Vision

Our Mission

To conduct innovative multidisciplinary research to inform policy makers and development partners about national social and economic development priorities.
Customer Oriented: Serving our customers and ensuring their satisfaction through our culture of excellence.

Our Vision

To become a reference Centre of excellence in Research, development data portal and training for National and International Development Action.​

OUR VALUES

Integrity

We are open, fair and honest with our stakeholders

Respect for people

We respect, empower, recognize and ensure the continuous development of our people.

Team work

We work together reinforcing our professional capabilities as individuals and teams

Efficiency

We innovatively achieve more with fewer resources without compromising quality​

Sustainability

We provide sustainable solutions in a safe environment

We are here to serve you

Our Core Team

Dr. Kabano Ignance

Team leader & strategic advisor

Mr Gasafari Mpabuka Will

Head of consultancy unit

Muhawenimana Verdiane

Finance Advisor

Ms. Igiraneza Marcella

Administrator

CIDRA CONSULTANTS

Gaspard Rwanyiziri (Ph.D)

Environmental Expert

Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences at the Department of Geography and Urban Planning of University of Rwanda

Maxime Rwendeye

GBV EXPERT

Master in International Law and Human Rights, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and several certificates in human rights.

Wilson Rubanzana

Bio-Statistician

Medical Doctor, Forensic Medical Expert, Epidemiologist and consultant in Forensic Medicine and Forensic Epidemiology

Enock Ngendahimana

Data Manager

Over 8 years of experience in data Quality Control, Data analysis and Socioeconomic consulting services to clients in the industry.

Vincent de Paul Kabalisa

Water Expert

Highly trained in Trans-boundary Water management, Water Security, Water Conservation and Development

Dr. Margaret Akinyi Abira

Water Quality Expert

Ranks serving in various capacities including heading the Central Water Testing Laboratory, later head of the National Water Quality Monitoring Program.

Mrs. IHOZO NKWAYA GISELE

Civil Engineering Expert

Civil Engineer, corporate member of the Institution of Engineers Rwanda (IER) with 12 years of experience

Valery Ndayishimiye

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Years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with outstanding skills in research, training, facilitation, and coaching.

FRED MUGISHA

ChE®, F-GAFM, CMC, PMP® AFA, MIPA, MBA, MSc (A&F)

His expertise is in: Corporate sustainability, Higher education policy and strategy, National Policies – Economics and Finance, Corporate and business strategy...

KABAGEMA

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