BCC possesses advanced technical expertise in the design and implementation of tracer studies and longitudinal evaluations — applying internationally recognized methodologies to track beneficiary outcomes and assess programme effectiveness over time.
The firm emphasizes methodological rigor, including appropriate sampling techniques, robust data validation processes and triangulation of findings. Our approach is particularly critical where understanding longitudinal outcomes and causal pathways is essential.
BCC has consistently demonstrated the ability to design and implement studies that capture outcomes related to employment transitions, income dynamics and behavioral change — across diverse populations and geographies.
Appropriate sampling techniques, sample size determination and stratification ensuring representativeness.
Questionnaire design, instrument programming and pilot-testing using digital platforms.
Field piloting, instrument refinement and quality validation before full-scale deployment.
Trained enumerators, standardized protocols, real-time monitoring and quality control.
Back-checking, anomaly identification, statistical analysis and qualitative synthesis.
Evidence-based reports with practical recommendations for policy and programme improvement.
BCC maintains a dedicated data analytics function equipped with expertise in statistical analysis and data science — ensuring datasets are properly documented, validated and delivered in formats aligned with client requirements.
| Area | Tools & Platforms | Capability Level | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Collection | ODK, KoboToolbox, SurveyCTO | Advanced | Mobile surveys, CAPI, real-time sync, validation |
| Statistical Analysis | STATA, SPSS, R | Advanced | Regression, difference-in-differences, propensity scoring |
| Visualization | Power BI, Tableau | Intermediate | Dashboards, interactive charts, infographics |
| Data Management | SQL, Excel, CSV | Advanced | Database management, cleaning, documentation |
| Qualitative Analysis | NVivo, thematic coding | Advanced | KII transcripts, FGD analysis, narrative synthesis |
| Geospatial Mapping | GPS, mapping tools | Intermediate | Field coverage maps, geographic distribution |
Quality is embedded throughout our research process — from study design and sampling through instrument development, field implementation, data management, analysis and reporting.
Independent technical review of study design, sampling approach, instruments and analytical plan before field deployment.
Structured pilot testing with real populations to identify and resolve instrument gaps, translation issues and logical inconsistencies.
Comprehensive training for enumerators and supervisors; continuous field supervision and performance monitoring throughout data collection.
Daily monitoring of data completeness, consistency and quality — with rapid identification and resolution of anomalies and errors.
Re-interviews and validation checks on a structured sample of completed interviews to verify accuracy and interviewer compliance.
Informed consent, confidentiality, protection of vulnerable participants and secure data handling in compliance with applicable ethical and regulatory standards.
Analysis incorporating gender, disability status, geography, age and socio-economic characteristics — with culturally appropriate engagement and representation.
Clear accountability for technical leadership, field operations, data management, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement and reporting within agreed timelines and budgets.
BCC has extensive experience across sectors relevant to tracer studies, impact evaluations and socio-economic research — enhancing our ability to contextualise findings and generate actionable recommendations.
Labour market transitions, skills acquisition, employment outcomes and entrepreneurship among youth populations across East Africa.
Access to finance assessments, FinAccess surveys, digital financial services research and barriers to financial participation.
Universal child benefit evaluations, COVID-19 social protection assessments and gender-responsive social protection programming.
SRH service quality assessments, PAC evaluations, HIV/AIDS surveys and mystery client research across health facilities and pharmacies.
Research with refugee populations on access to identification, work permits and services; SRH service assessments in Kakuma and Kalobeyei.
Coffee agronomy training evaluations, dairy sector assessments, hatching hope programme evaluations and rural livelihood tracking.
Gender equality evaluations, gender-responsive social protection, GESI pilot evaluations and women's access to digital financial services.
National labour force surveys, IGAD regional LMIS, labour migration sampling strategies and national household budget surveys.
UNICEF child deprivation assessments, universal child benefit evaluations and trafficking research in sensitive population contexts.
Our team comprises experienced professionals in economics, statistics, social sciences and monitoring and evaluation. We also maintain a network of associates to support specialized assignments.
Labour market, financial inclusion and socio-economic analysis
Sampling design, quantitative analysis and data science
Results frameworks, evaluation design and learning systems
Trained enumerators, supervisors and field coordinators