Mennonite Economic Development Associates MEDA

Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) invites applications for an Impact &amp; Knowledge Management (IKM) Lead to join our dedicated and talented team in our mission to create business solutions to poverty! MEDA’s work is built on a foundation of Mennonite business roots and faith-based values, within the global context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We believe business solutions are effective interventions to address poverty. Through a market-systems approach and strategic partnerships, MEDA enables access to finance and provides business and technical expertise to build transformative agri-food market systems that create decent jobs, allowing traditionally excluded groups to become active participants in a sustainable economy. MEDA welcomes all who share our values and want to join us in our mission. To find out more about MEDA, please visit our website at www.meda.org. POSITION SUMMARYThe IKM Lead plays a critical role in advancing MEDA’s organizational impact measurement, data integration, and knowledge generation agenda. The role supports the Director in operationalizing MEDA’s IKM strategy on data integration, organizational reporting, and knowledge product development. This includes ensuring MEDA’s data systems are streamlined to produce high-quality aggregate reports (including quarterly organizational performance reports and Balanced Scorecard outputs) and working collaboratively across teams to generate research and learning products that demonstrate MEDA’s contributions to agri-food systems, communities, and market systems. The position serves as a key connector between program teams, technical leads, IT, and leadership, ensuring that data, evidence, and learning are effectively translated into insights for decision-making, accountability, and external influence.CURRENT PRIORITIES INCLUDE:<ul><li>Updating and managing the organization’s Balanced Scorecard (BSC) in collaboration with leadership and functional teams.</li><li>Synthesizing data and evidence to articulate MEDA’s contributions to agri-food systems, inclusive market systems, and community-level impact in collaboration with program teams, Regional IKM leads, and Project Technical leads.</li></ul>This is a currently available vacancy.Job Status: Full-TimeStart Date: August-September 2026Location(s): Remote, CanadaSalary Range: $82,000 - $90,000 MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Impact Measurement &amp; Data Integration - 30%<ul><li>Support the Director in strengthening MEDA’s organization-wide impact measurement systems and frameworks</li><li>Develop and manage the organization’s measurement framework with key metrics in alignment with MEDA’s strategic plan and priorities</li><li>Coordinate integration and streamlining of MEDA databases (e.g., CRM, project systems, Power BI dashboards) to ensure consistency and efficiency in organizational reporting</li><li>Ensure availability of clean, validated, and harmonized datasets across regions and departments</li><li>Identify gaps in data systems and contribute to system improvements and upgrades</li><li>Support data governance, standardization, and metadata practices across MEDA</li></ul>Organizational Reporting &amp; Performance Management – 30%<ul><li>Lead the preparation and consolidation of quarterly organizational performance reports and annual results summaries</li><li>Manage and update the organization’s Balanced Scorecard (BSC) in collaboration with leadership and functional teams</li><li>Ensure reporting aligns with MEDA’s strategy, KPIs, and donor requirements</li><li>Develop dashboards and visualization tools to communicate performance insights clearly</li><li>Ensure data is translated into actionable insights for senior leadership and Board reporting</li></ul>Knowledge Management, Research &amp; Learning Products – 25%<ul><li>Work alongside Technical Leads and project teams to develop high-quality research and knowledge products (case studies, learning briefs, synthesis reports, sector analyses)</li><li>Responsibility for synthesizing data and evidence to articulate MEDA’s contributions to agri-food systems, inclusive market systems, and community-level impact</li><li>Coordinate summative and ex-post evaluations for selected projects</li><li>Coordinate development of thought leadership content aligned with MEDA’s strategic priorities</li><li>Responsible for systematic capture of lessons learned and best practices across programs and departments</li><li>Contribute to strengthening MEDA’s organizational evidence base and Theory of Change</li></ul>Capacity Strengthening &amp; Quality Assurance – 10%<ul><li>Collaborate closely with Regional IKM leads, Technical Leads, IT, and Communications to ensure alignment of data, reporting, and knowledge outputs</li><li>Provide technical guidance and backstopping to project teams on data, reporting, and learning processes</li><li>Support quality assurance of data collection, analysis, and reporting outputs.</li><li>Contribute to building staff capacity in data use, reporting standards, and knowledge management practices</li><li>Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making and learning across the organization</li></ul>Other Duties – 5%<ul><li>Contribute to strategic initiatives led by the Director, IKM</li><li>Support coordination with external consultants where required (e.g., evaluations, research)</li><li> </li><li>Undertake other duties as assigned</li></ul>REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s degree plus professional qualification in relevant fieldExperience: Minimum 7+ years of experience in international development with experience in research and impact measurement practicesTechnical Expertise: Experience in data integration and reporting, and expertise with data analytics softwareADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: <ul><li>Experience in international/multi-country operations and donor funded environments</li><li>Understanding and appreciation of business principles and international development and MEDA’s approach of creating business solutions to poverty</li><li>Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith statement, values and goals</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas</li><li>Ability and willingness for regular international travel to developing countries</li></ul>APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2026 @ 4:00 pm EST.MEDA welcomes and encourages applications from all genders, backgrounds, religions, cultures, nationalities and abilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in the selection process.MEDA is not in a position to sponsor or assist candidates in obtaining work permits. Employees are required to establish that they will be able to work legally in the country the role is in, during the course of employment.MEDA does not use AI for screening, assessing or selecting applicants

Impact & Knowledge Management Lead

Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) invites applications for a Regional Director West and Central Africa to join our dedicated and talented team in our mission to create business solutions to poverty!MEDA’s work is built on a foundation of Mennonite business roots and faith-based values, within the global context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We believe business solutions are effective interventions to address poverty. Through a market-systems approach and strategic partnerships, MEDA enables access to finance and provides business and technical expertise to build transformative agri-food market systems that create decent jobs, allowing traditionally excluded groups to become active participants in a sustainable economy. MEDA welcomes all who share our values and want to join us in our mission. To find out more about MEDA, please visit our website at www.meda.org.POSITION SUMMARYThe Regional Director, West and Central Africa reports to the Vice President, Global Programs and leads the Regional Team of Western and Central Africa (WCA) while overseeing the implementation of programs and projects within a defined region aligned with MEDA's strategic plan. As a member of MEDA's Senior Management Team, the Regional Director WCA provides strategic leadership and management to achieve regional priorities, identify growth opportunities, and support transformational initiatives while ensuring the effective operation of MEDA's delivery model. Frequent international travel is required.Job Status: Full-Time Start Date: As soon as possible Location(s):Flexible within West &amp; Central AfricaMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Strategy and Planning (30%)<ul><li>Translate and execute MEDA's strategic plan at the regional and portfolio level.</li><li>Direct regional and country strategies in alignment with MEDA's corporate strategy, impact goals, and financial targets.</li><li>Raise MEDA's profile and position the organization as a thought leader through publications, conferences, industry events, and participation in donor and policy groups.</li><li>Build strategic partnerships with host governments, funders, and key stakeholders across the region.</li><li>Collaborate with senior leaders and colleagues across divisions to continuously improve MEDA's approach.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities and support proposal development activities as required. </li></ul>Leadership and Management (40%)<ul><li>Lead a team of operational and technical staff, setting performance objectives and ensuring accountability. </li><li>Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of divisional standards and project management excellence as a member of the Global Programs senior leadership team. </li><li>Foster a collaborative culture that empowers staff to contribute to organizational success. </li><li>Lead regional and country teams through change initiatives and coach Program Leads in change management. </li><li>Manage recruitment, retention, development, and performance of direct reports. </li><li>Review and approve workplans and budgets and ensure delivery within approved parameters. </li><li>Monitor progress against plans and provide regular reporting to the Vice President, Global Programs. </li></ul>Compliance and Contract Management (30%)<ul><li>Oversee donor, partner, and subcontractor agreements to ensure compliance and effective risk management. </li><li>Manage donor relationships and demonstrate strong stewardship of funds. </li><li>Approve financial and narrative donor reports. </li><li>Review and approve financial requests and budget revisions in accordance with MEDA policies and signing authorities. </li><li>Ensure regional operations comply with local laws, donor agreements, and MEDA policies, procedures, and standards. </li></ul>REQUIREMENTSEducation:University degree, ideally a Master's degree, in Business Administration, International Economic Development, Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Development Finance, or a related field.Experience:<ul><li>Minimum 10 years of professional management experience in project development and implementation, staff management, program planning, budgeting, and consulting services.</li><li>Ideally includes 5 years of overseas management experience.</li><li>Experience working with bilateral and multilateral donors, government agencies, NGOs, and development organizations. Experience supporting entrepreneurial and small-business agri-development initiatives in rural areas.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership experience managing diverse and geographically dispersed teams. </li></ul>Technical Expertise:<ul><li>Strategic planning and execution.</li><li>Program and portfolio management.</li><li>Financial oversight and budget management.</li><li>Donor compliance and contract management.</li><li>Business development and partnership building.</li><li>Change management and organizational leadership.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement and relationship management. </li></ul>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:<ul><li>Appreciation and support of MEDA's mission, vision, values, and faith statement. </li><li>Understanding and appreciation of business principles, international development, and MEDA's approach to creating business solutions to poverty. </li><li>Ability and willingness for frequent international travel to developing countries. </li><li>Excellent relationship-building, networking, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills. </li><li>Strong leadership and team-building capabilities. </li><li>Highly motivated, self-starter, and results-oriented.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. </li></ul>APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11th September 2026 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we shall be using a third party to support in the recruitment process.MEDA welcomes and encourages applications from all genders, backgrounds, religions, cultures, nationalities and abilities.Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in the selection process. MEDA is not in a position to sponsor or assist candidates in obtaining work permits. Employees are required to establish that they will be able to work legally in the country the role is in, during the course of employment. MEDA does not use AI for screening, assessing or selecting applicants.

Mennonite Economic Development Associates MEDA

Impact & Knowledge Management Lead

Mennonite Economic Development Associates MEDA

Regional Director, West And Central Africa

Mennonite Economic Development Associates MEDA