Designing and Delivering High-Impact SME Export Programmes Worldwide


We design and deliver practical export programmes that generate measurable SME growth, strengthen BSO performance and connect firms to international buyers. Our approach combines strategy, implementation and hands-on delivery. We do not just design programmes; we work directly with SMEs and institutions to ensure results are achieved.


30+ markets • 20+ years • 100+ programmes  • Government & donor clients • Award-winning export programmes

SME Programme Design

& Delivery

BSO & Institutional

Capacity Building

SME Competitiveness & Export Readiness

Export Development & Market Entry Support

Giraffe Consulting's International Clients

Trusted by governments, donors and international development agencies.

Including the European Union, CBI, GIZ, OECD, FCDO, EBRD, SECO and USAID.

Our Core Services

We support governments and donors to design and deliver SME programmes that generate measurable export growth, strengthen institutions and deliver lasting impact, working at macro, meso and micro levels.

SME Programme Design & Delivery

Designing and delivering SME competitiveness and export programmes that generate measurable business growth, improve firm performance and lead to international market entry.

We take programmes from diagnostics and strategy through to implementation, results measurement and impact delivery.

Typical results:

  • Increased SME productivity and competitiveness
  • SMEs entering new international markets
  • Measurable export growth and business expansion

BSO Capacity Building & Service Development

Strengthening business support organisations to deliver higher-quality, scalable SME services that improve firm performance and export outcomes.

We build advisor capability, improve service design and support the implementation of effective, results-driven SME support models.

Typical results:

  • Improved quality and consistency of BSO services
  • Increased SME reach and engagement
  • Stronger SME performance and export readiness

SME Competitiveness, Linkages & Market Access

Supporting SMEs to improve productivity, meet market requirements and secure international business through targeted B2B matchmaking, partnerships and market entry support.

We focus on translating competitiveness improvements into real commercial outcomes.

Typical results:

  • SMEs connected to international buyers and partners
  • New contracts, partnerships and export sales
  • Increased market access and successful entry into target markets

Export Training & Coaching

Delivering practical, results-oriented training and coaching that equips SMEs and advisors with the skills to compete, enter markets and generate export sales.

Our programmes focus on application, ensuring that learning translates into real business outcomes.

Typical results:

  • SMEs developing and implementing export strategies
  • Improved sales capability and conversion
  • Increased export readiness and market entry