Innovia Research

About Innovia Research

Innovia Research was founded in 2009 to meet the growing need for objective, high-quality, and affordable evaluations for organizations, projects, and interventions.

In a world where quick, data-driven decisions are critical, Innovia fills the gap by providing comprehensive research services that help organizations minimize costs and optimize outcomes, even in uncertain environments.

Based in Kenya and operating across several African countries, we are a diverse team of dedicated research and development professionals with a passion for delivering robust, actionable research evidence. Our work focuses on addressing the developmental challenges that hinder progress, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable populations. We believe that combining sound research with deep contextual understanding is key to driving sustainable, just, and equitable development.

Our mission is to provide rigorous, high-quality research and consultancy services that inform evidence-based decision-making and foster sustainable development. We aim to deliver solutions that empower organizations to address complex challenges and create lasting impact.

 

To be the leading research consultancy in Africa, recognized for delivering innovative, transformative, and context-driven solutions that shape policy and development agendas for marginalized communities.

 

  • Expertise Across Sectors: Our team has provided technical assistance to national and county governments, private sector leaders, and regional bodies such as the East African Community, African Development Bank, and African Union.
  • Comprehensive Research Services: From M&E system design and impact assessments to baseline studies and policy analysis, our diverse range of services is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
  • Innovative Evaluation Techniques: We employ cutting-edge evaluation approaches, including realist evaluation, scaling science, outcome harvesting, and contribution analysis, ensuring that our insights are both relevant and actionable.
  • Contextual Understanding: We go beyond conventional practices to identify what is truly innovative and feasible in Africa’s complex development landscape, ensuring our solutions drive lasting change.
  • Restructured for Growth: In 2024, Innovia transitioned to Innovia Research Centre, a company limited by guarantee, enabling us to offer structured, long-term research and evaluation support to our partners.

Our Team

At Innovia Research, our team is composed of experienced professionals with diverse expertise across multiple sectors. Based in Kenya and other African countries, our experts are united by a commitment to delivering high-quality research and innovative solutions.

Opiyo Makoude

Director, Evaluation & Research

Dr Rahab Wanjiru Gichohi

Senior Researcher

Dr. Irene Awuor Owuor, PhD

Gender and Social Development Specialist

Geoffrey Oduwo

Lead Statistician, M&E Specialist

Dr Christine Murugi Muriithi​

Evaluation Researcher
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