Operations and M&E Coordinator, Ethiopia

For over 50 years and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 46 projects in 31 countries and revenues of $173 million.

Operations and M&E Coordinator, Ethiopia

We are currently seeking an Operations and Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator for the USDA-funded FEED II Project in Ethiopia. The Feed Enhancement for Ethiopian Development II (FEED II) project increases livestock and poultry productivity by continuing to develop the animal feed sector. Feed is fundamental to growth and sustainability of the meat and milk value chains in Ethiopia and the well-being of those whose livelihoods depend on them. Quantity and quality are major constraints limiting development of the livestock and poultry sector. The overall goal of FEED II is to increase the incomes of Ethiopian smallholder livestock producers by improving access to, and use of, consistent, affordable, high-quality animal feed that can support greater livestock and poultry productivity and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor project budget utilization and contribute to related tasks, e.g. budget realignment and financial reporting.


• Assist with compliance oversight (grants, procurement, branding, etc.) as related to ACDI/VOCA and donor policies.


• Support the COP in office administration.


• Supervise the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system, and ensures that data collection, analysis and reporting are done regularly and professionally.


• Supervise drafting of required project programmatic reports (quarterly, semi-annual and final) for HQ review, and submit approved reports to clients.


• Write and/or edit regular success stories or other project promotional materials.


• Supervise and direct local project staff in relation to the above listed duties and responsibilities.


• Performs other tasks as directed by the COP.

Qualifications:

• Five or more years of experience managing various aspects of U.S. Government-funded development programs.


• Proven leadership skills in a multi-cultural environment.


• Technical knowledge of business management and rural development, agriculture/agribusiness, stallholder farmer association development, natural resource management, human resource development, or rural finance.


• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.


• Good judgement and developed negotiating and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to help build and direct effective management and program teams.


• An understanding of USDA/USAID and ACDI/VOCA polices and procedures.


• Fluency in English is required.