GIZ is implementing the 'Strengthening the Business Development Service Market in Ethiopia' project, as a part of the Private Sector Development in Ethiopia (PSDE) initiative. The project aims to improve growth opportunities for SMEs, start-ups, and SGBs by strengthening public institutions, chambers and associations, intermediaries in the innovation ecosystem, and business development service providers (BDSPs). Output 4 specifically focuses on improving the quality of management consultancy services offered to MSMEs and SGBs in Ethiopia.

Welcome to our platform, where Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) and Micro-, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) come together to thrive and grow. BDSPs play a vital role in helping businesses reach their full potential. That's why we have created a comprehensive directory specifically for businesses to find the services you are looking for.

For BDSPs  the platform offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your expertise, skills, and solutions to a wide range of businesses actively seeking support. Whether you specialize in marketing, finance, strategy, or any other area of business development, our directory will help you connect with the right customer and expand your client base.

We understand the vital role that Business Development Service Providers play in helping SMEs reach their full potential. That's why we have created a comprehensive directory specifically designed to connect these two important pillars of the business world.

For Business Development Service Providers, our platform offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your expertise, skills, and solutions to a wide range of SMEs actively seeking support. Whether you specialize in marketing, finance, strategy, or any other area of business development, our directory will help you connect with the right SMEs and expand your client base.

About Us

🌍 We are a select community of certified Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) focused on enhancing BDS's quality and commercial viability in Ethiopia. We aim to shift from a donor-driven BDS to a sustainable market-driven model that uplifts our profession and reputation. Within our group, diversity is more than a buzzword; it's a commitment. We offer targeted support to female BDSPs and consultants from secondary cities and regions, emphasising their unique perspectives and skills. Our home is BDS Portal (link), a platform that provides valuable tools for BDS providers and access to quality BDS for companies.

📩 Connect with us to discover how we can collaboratively uplift the Ethiopian BDS landscape. We're keen to explore partnerships, collaborations, and innovations that bring lasting impact

Experience

Please follow this link to review our profiles and experience – BDSP’s Directory (ethiobds.org)

Key Activities and Products:

Supported by GIZ and with cooperation with GOPA, EBASPA and EDI, we've rolled out initiatives and products that enhance our service quality while simplifying access for business clients:

• 🎓 Specialised training and certification to ensure top-quality service provision
• 🌐 Matchmaking events to facilitate impactful partnerships
• 🎁 Voucher scheme to incentivise company engagement
• 📈 Established a commercially viable BDS market
• Women Economic Empowerment supporting women BDSPs and businesses

Collective Achievements:

• 💡 70+ BDSPs trained and certified. New courses are starting every month.
• 🏢 Engaged and provided BDS to 100+ medium-sized companies in various sectors. We aim to reach at least 200 consulting deals by mid-2024.
• 💸 Offer a voucher scheme, elevating BDS accessibility for businesses

BDS Services

• Market Research
• Strategy Development
• Sales and Marketing
• Financial Planning and access to finance?
• Operations Streamlining
• Talent Management
• Legal Compliance