Tadele Tefera

• Conducted a comprehensive assessment of the current postharvest management practices in IGAD member states.
• Identified key challenges and constraints in postharvest handling, storage, and transportation.
• Analyzed the socio-economic impact of postharvest losses on farmers and the broader community.
• Engaged with key stakeholders, including government agencies, farmers' associations, agribusinesses, NGOs, and international organizations, to gather insights and data.
• Facilitated focus group discussions and workshops with stakeholders to identify needs and opportunities for improvement.
• Developed a set of actionable recommendations for improving postharvest management in IGAD member states.
• Proposed a detailed action plan, including short-term and long-term strategies, timelines, and responsible parties.
• Prepared detailed reports documenting findings, recommendations, and the proposed action plan.
• Provided a final presentation to IGAD and relevant stakeholders

• Designed and led scientific research projects in areas of breeding for insect resistance, postharvest management, and agronomy
• Fostered collaborations with national and international research institutions, universities, and other stakeholders.
• Organized and participated in training programs, workshops, and seminars to build the capacity of partner institutions.
• Published research findings in high-impact scientific journals and presented at international conferences.
• Facilitated the transfer of technology and knowledge to farmers and agricultural stakeholders.
• Contributed to the development of CIMMYT’s strategic research agenda and priorities.

• Developed and implemented strategic plans for research and extension activities.
• Formulated policies and procedures to guide research and extension efforts in alignment with the university’s mission and vision.
• Ensured the integration of research and extension activities with the university’s academic programs.
• Oversaw the planning, coordination, and execution of research projects.
• Promoted interdisciplinary and collaborative research efforts within the university and with external partners.
• Led the development and implementation of extension programs that address community needs and foster knowledge transfer.
• Coordinated extension activities to ensure they are relevant, effective, and responsive to the needs of various communities.
• Identified and secured funding opportunities from government agencies, NGOs, international organizations, and private sector partners.
• Established mechanisms for the monitoring and evaluation of research and extension programs.

• Taught Agricultural courses
• Supervised the thesis research of several graduate students
• Served the University in different technical and management capacities

• Mass Youth Employment in Agribusiness (MaYEA) is an $80 million budget program funded by the Mastercard Foundation, targeting one million youth.

As MaYEA Program Leader, I perform the following:

• Provide strategic guidance and direction to the MaYEA consortium members, which comprises 8 implementing NGOs, several private sectors, and government partners, to create employment opportunities for 1 million youth.
• Engage with high-level government officials and policymakers to seek buy-in support of implementation, revision, and enforcement of agriculture-related policies relevant to youth employment
• Create innovation platforms between private sectors, NGOs, NARES, government, and youth groups.
• Coordinate official communications between the consortium members and the relevant federal government offices.
• Lead the MaYEA program team in regular program progress review and planning meetings.
• Establish strong linkages and communication channels with high-level ministerial delegates on program actions and outputs.
• Lead staff and consultant recruitments in collaboration with HR
• Manages program budget (including subgrants), staff, partners, and program schedules.
• Establish monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track progress
• Prepare quarterly progress reports and submit them to the donor

• Representing icipe in Ethiopia to government agencies, donors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Providing strategic leadership and vision to ensure alignment with icipe's mission and goals.
• Overseeing the implementation of icipe's research and development projects in Ethiopia.
• Coordinating with project managers and scientists to ensure effective execution and reporting of projects and programs.
• Building and maintaining relationships with national and international partners
• Identifying and pursuing funding opportunities to support icipe's activities in Ethiopia.
• Facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing among partners.
• Managing the administrative and financial operations of icipe in Ethiopia.
• Ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, as well as icipe's policies and procedures.
• Overseeing the recruitment, training, and performance management of staff.
• Reporting on program progress and outcomes to donors, partners, and icipe headquarters.

• YESH ($10 million) and MoYESH Budget is $55 million funded by the Mastercard Foundation and targets over 300,000 youth. I lead the program as follows:
• Oversee the program's various components, ensuring they are well-coordinated and aligned with overall goals.
• Develop and manage the program's budget, ensuring funds are used efficiently and effectively.
• Forge and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners.
• Engage with youth groups to promote the program, gather feedback, and ensure their needs and perspectives are considered.
• Design and implement training programs to build the capacity of young entrepreneurs in silk and honey production.
• Develop and implement systems for monitoring the program's progress and evaluating its impact.
• Prepare regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and lessons learned for stakeholders and the donor.
• Advocate for policies and practices that support the growth of young entrepreneurs in the silk and honey sectors.
• Promote the program and its successes through various media channels, ensuring visibility and support.
• Identify potential risks to the program and develop mitigation strategies.

• Assessed the effectiveness of the Africa Stockpile (ASP) program implemented by UN-FAO in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Nigeria, Morocco, Mali, Tunisia, and South Africa) in achieving its goals.
• Evaluated the environmental, health, and socio-economic impacts of the program
• Engaged with various stakeholders involved in the ASP, including government agencies, NGOs, local communities, and international partners.
• Assessed the effectiveness of training and capacity-building efforts aimed at preventing future pesticide stockpiles.
• Provided recommendations for future policies and programs to manage and prevent pesticide stockpiles in Africa.
• Reviewed reports and communicated findings and recommendations to the World Bank, Environment Theme.

• Led the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities in 7 countries (Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi).
• Ensured alignment of regional activities with the overall project goals and objectives
• Built and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local governments, private sectors, NGOs, research institutions, and farmer groups.
• Coordinated with local and regional stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
• Supervised and mentored regional project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Conducted regular team meetings to monitor progress and address any challenges
• Facilitated capacity-building and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Represented CIMMYT at regional meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact of project activities.
• Ensured compliance with donor requirements and internal policies.