Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Deputy CEO, Operations plays a pivotal leadership role in steering the administrative functions of the organization. Collaborating closely with the GoCI and the MCC, the DCEO-Operations ensures the seamless execution of projects under the compact, addressing critical development challenges in the country. The DCEO–Operations is responsible for overseeing the organization’s administrative services, including strategic planning, financial management, human resources, and stakeholder communication. The DCEO-Operations ensures alignment with MCC guidelines, compliance with local legislative requirements, and adherence to international best practices. The role emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and accountability, fostering a culture of excellence within the MCA and contributing to the successful realization of the organization’s mission and objectives. The DCEO-Operations acts as a bridge between various departments, stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring that administrative processes support the timely and effective implementation of MCA projects. By fostering collaboration and innovation, the DCEO-Operations helps to create a responsive and responsible administrative framework that enables the MCA to achieve its goals and make a lasting impact on development within Côte d’Ivoire.
The Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) in Côte d’Ivoire, collaborating with the Government of Côte d’Ivoire (GoCI) and the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) of the Government of the United States of America, is implementing a project under the $322.5 million Millennium Challenge Compact (Compact) that aims to strengthen regional energy security, lower energy costs, and support the provision of reliable and affordable electricity across West Africa by enhancing Côte d’Ivoire’s capacity to trade electricity on the regional market.