Our Leadership

Modesto Agriculture and Development Organization (MADO) is guided by atransparent and accountable leadership structure that ensures strategic oversight, operational efficiency, and community-driven programming. The structure is designed to align with best practices in nonprofit governance and humanitarian coordination.

1. Board of Directors

At the apex of the organization is the Board of Directors, a diverse and experienced group of professionals who provide strategic direction, governance oversight, and policy guidance. The Board meets regularly to review performance, approve budgets, and support fundraising and compliance.

2. Executive Director (ED)

The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and overall management of MADO. As the chief executive, the ED oversees program implementation, donor relations, staff management, and organizational development. The ED reports directly to the Board of Directors.

3. Senior Management Team

The Executive Director is supported by a Senior Management Team, which includes:

• Program Manager – Oversees planning, coordination, and quality assurance of all programmatic areas including livelihood and food security, health, nutrition, WASH, education, protection, and environmental conservation.
• Finance Manager – Manages financial planning, grant compliance, donor reporting, and internal controls.
• HR Manager – Leads human resource management, recruitment, staff welfare, and organizational administration.
• Partnerships & Advocacy Manager – Builds relationships with donors, government, and partners; leads policy engagement and public communications.
• Logistics & Procurement Manager – Is Responsible for planning,coordinating,& overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, storage, & timely delivery of goods and servicess to ensure efficient and compliant support to the organizational operations.
• MEAL Manager-Oversees Monitoring, evaluation, accountability, & learning to ensure programes are evidence-based, accountable, and countinuously improved.

4. Program Coordinators

Each thematic area is led by a Program Coordinators, who is responsible for implementation, budgeting, and monitoring of sector-specific activities. Program Coordinators report to the Programs Manager and coordinate with M&E Officers, field staff, and community structures.

This structure allows MADO to maintain programmatic agility, ensure operational accountability, and uphold a community-centered approach across all areas of service delivery.