About us:
Independent Consulting Group (ICG) is a boutique strategic management consulting firm comprised of pre-vetted, highly experienced consultants. Founded by former senior UN officials, ICG operates as a streamlined network. This unique structure allows us to bypass bureaucratic hurdles and offer cost-effective consulting services and interim leadership support to our clients globally.
Mission:
To provide our clients with the highest quality consulting services, delivered by experienced and knowledgeable professionals. We are committed to helping our clients achieve their goals through a collaborative approach that focuses on their unique needs.
Here are some specific ways that ICG is helping organizations achieve their goals:
Project Evaluation: We provide comprehensive project evaluation services to gather insights, identify areas for improvement, and inform strategic decisions. Our team of experienced researchers and evaluators utilizes rigorous methodologies to deliver in-depth assessments that inform decision-making and enhance project outcomes.
Strategic planning: We help organizations develop and implement strategic plans that align with their mission, vision, and values. We have a team of experienced strategists who can help you develop a plan that is realistic, achievable, and sustainable.
GEDSI / DEIB strategy: We help clients develop and implement GEDSI (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) policies and strategies. We also help clients develop and implement DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) strategies to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
AI Policy and strategy: We provide AI policy and strategy development support as well as capacity building training to government officials, diplomats, and industry leaders. This helps them make informed decisions and harness the power of AI responsibly.
Additionally, we provide interim leadership support (Interim CEO/COO/Chief Program Officer) to our clients.
Our Values:
Excellence. We strive to provide the highest quality consulting services to our clients.
Integrity. We are honest and trustworthy in all of our dealings with our clients, partners, and employees.
Collaboration. We work together with our clients and partners to achieve shared goals.
Innovation. We are constantly looking for new and better ways to help our clients achieve their goals.
Sustainability. We are committed to operating in a sustainable manner that benefits the environment and society.
ICG Roster: ICG maintains a roster of 20+ Pre-vetted Experts who have served bilateral, multilateral and multinational organizations around the world.
ICG Capacity Statement: Our team have previously helped various local & international organizations achieve their goals including (however not limited to): UN, UNDP, UNESCO, UNWFP,UNOCHA, UN Women, UNOSSC, World Education, Food for the Hungry, Save the Children, World Vision, Plan International, World Bank, ADB, UNESCAP, UNHCR, OHCHR,, The Asia Foundation, and Government institutions.
Our Team:
O. Thakur, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant, ICG / Pre-vetted Crisis Prevention & Recovery Expert(Roster Member), UNDP Crisis Response Bureau
D. Padilla, Former Chief of Education, UNESCO
L. Stevens, Former UN Resident Coordinator/ UN Chief, UN System Thailand and Jordan
A. Rogers, Former Regional Representative for Europe, UNOSSC/ Strategic Communications Adviser, UNDP
C. Horváth, Organizational Development Consultant/Trainer
and 20+ Pre-vetted Experts
We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality consulting services. We understand that our clients' time is valuable, and we work hard to ensure that we meet their needs in a timely and efficient manner.
We are committed to building long-term relationships with our clients and helping them achieve their goals on an ongoing basis. If you are interested in learning more about our services, please contact us today.
Join or collaborate with us:
To join ICG roster, kindly fill up this form. If you would like to hire our prevetted consultants from our roster, drop us an email along with your TOR.
To submit your Request for Proposals (RFPs)/TORs, kindly email us at icgheadoffice at gmail dot com. For regular updates, follow us on LinkedIn.