Who We Are
Smart Elites is a legally registered, Afghan-owned consultancy with a deep understanding of Afghanistan’s socio-economic realities, cultural nuances, and institutional dynamics. We combine local insight with modern strategies to help organizations strengthen operations, grow sustainably, and adapt in challenging environments. As a trusted partner, we bridge local realities with the priorities and frameworks of national and international development organizations — driving resilience, effectiveness, and lasting impact across sectors.
About NH
Nokhbagan Hoshmand Management Consultancy Services Company (NH) is an Afghan-owned consultancy (MoIC License No. 95640) with a deep understanding of Afghanistan’s socio-economic realities, cultural nuances, and institutional dynamics, combined with international best practices. Blending local insight with global expertise, we provide services focused on Management Consulting and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research, delivering practical and evidence-based solutions. We uphold core values of integrity, accountability, and client focus, fostering long-term partnerships across public, private, and development sectors. As part of the Nokhbagan Group, NH collaborates with national and international organizations to align local realities with broader development priorities, contributing to inclusive economic growth in Afghanistan.
Vision
Leading catalyst for sustainable development – bridging local insights and global standards to empower businesses, NGOs and Institutions thriving globally.
Mission
Our mission is to support clients by providing true-life solutions of sustainable development; taking all locally lessons learned into account and global best practices to make businesses of all scale growing, NGOs standardized and institutions advanced.
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE GROUP
Team
Mr. Shahim Zaheed
Chief of Business - BDS
Mr. Shafiqullah Payenda
Chief of Business - NGO Support
Mr. Edris Abrar
Chief of Business – M&E and Research
Mr. Rafiullah Rasoli
Manager of Administration and Finance.
Shoaib Rahimi
Head of Programs
Mr. Homayoun Ghousi
Manager - BDS
Mr. Sayed Zabiullah Naimi
Manager – M&E and Research
Shadab Fazil
Meal Lead
Ahad Shah Amiry
Multi-Media SpecialistOur Commitment
Sustainability & ESG: NH is committed to sustainable and socially responsible practices, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our consulting. Our focus includes:
Environmental Responsibility: We raise awareness on climate change impacts and implement local conservation initiatives, including flood preparedness and community adaptation strategies.
Social Impact: We support community development by encouraging team volunteering and ensuring our projects improve livelihoods.
Ethical Governance: We uphold strict ethical standards with zero tolerance for corruption, maintain conflict of interest policies, and prioritize transparency and accountability through regular audits.
