The Executive Officer (EXO) reports to the USAID/Niger Mission Director. In accordance with USAID policy (Automated Directives System 527) the EXO serves as the principal advisor to the Mission Director and mission staff with full responsibility for providing leadership, advice and staff support in the administrative management functional areas. In this capacity s/he is tasked with developing innovative methods for providing improved administrative and logistical support services. The EXO is the focal point and is responsible for ensuring that adequate management and logistical support is provided for all mission administrative services.