Senior Procurement Manager, Ethiopia Transforming Agriculture

RTI International (RTI) is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization based out of North Carolina. At RTI, you will find work you believe in, tackling some of the most complex global challenges of our time. Our mission is to impact the wellbeing of 1 billion people by 2030 through science-based solutions in climate, education, health, and equity. Our staff promote meaningful change around the world helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. Join us in our commitment to teamwork, belonging, and the passion to change the world. RTI's International Development Group brings together RTI experts and capabilities across food security, agriculture, energy, environment, water, governance, and economic opportunity. RTI leverages its experience in designing and delivering multisectoral programming and technical solutions to build resilience and prosperity and promote economic growth and security around the world. The purpose of the Feed the Future Ethiopia Transforming Agriculture activity is to increase access to healthy diets, particularly for women and children, by improving competitiveness, inclusiveness, and resilience of the Ethiopian food and agriculture system. The project scope targets private sector partnerships engaged in a market systems approach to strengthening the Ethiopian food system. The project collaborates with the Ministry of Agriculture and many other agencies and USAID programs to leverage resources and achieve impact at scale. The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the Feed the Future Ethiopia Transforming Agriculture procurement strategy and implementation to ensure cost-effective, timely, compliant, and ethical acquisition of goods and services. He/She will provide overall management of procurement and logistical needs including but not limited to the processes of procurement (local and international), transport of procured goods, vendor management, risk mitigation and compliance, and aligning sourcing strategies with organizational objectives. The Senior Procurement Manager will oversee all procurement of agricultural-related goods and services for project partners, grantees, and general project implementation. They will drive procurement performance, continuous improvement, and ensure a high degree of accountability from themselves and their team to deliver goods and services to fulfill project needs on time, at the required quality, and in compliance with US government and RTI rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

RTI International (RTI) is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization based out of North Carolina. At RTI, you will find work you believe in, tackling some of the most complex global challenges of our time. Our mission is to impact the wellbeing of 1 billion people by 2030 through science-based solutions in climate, education, health, and equity. Our staff promote meaningful change around the world helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives.