Girma Debelu

Girma Debelu serves as an Acquisition and Assistance Management Specialist at USAID/Ethiopia (Agency Code: 720663), where he plays a pivotal role in designing and executing procurement strategies that align with the agency’s mission to advance sustainable development and humanitarian outcomes. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts and assistance instruments focused on technical assistance, institutional capacity building, and program implementation support—particularly in public health, education, and governance. His work ensures that acquisitions directly support USAID’s strategic priorities, including immunization, maternal health, and mental health systems strengthening, while adhering to federal procurement regulations and USAID’s development effectiveness standards. Girma collaborates with a broad range of contractors, primarily consulting firms specializing in administrative and management services, as well as agricultural chemical manufacturers supporting public health initiatives. His working relationships are characterized by a focus on technical expertise and local contextual knowledge, often engaging firms with demonstrated experience in Ethiopia’s development landscape. While no specific contractor names are currently identifiable, his procurement patterns reflect a preference for partners capable of delivering high-impact, evidence-based solutions in complex operational environments. Girma’s contracting activity shows a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of procurements classified as “No Set-Aside,” indicating a focus on merit-based selection rather than socioeconomic set-asides. This approach prioritizes technical capability and program alignment over socioeconomic classifications, though he remains compliant with all federal small business participation requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services), reflecting his emphasis on institutional strengthening and program management support. He also engages NAICS 325320 (Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing) to support vector control and agricultural health interventions, demonstrating specialized expertise in integrating public health and environmental management objectives through targeted acquisitions.