Interesting work, poorly executed project implementation and poor senior leadership - Anonymous employee ACDI/VOCA Employee Review

1.0
Jul 8, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

ACDI/VOCA does interesting work and provides opportunities for junior level staff to travel.

Cons

The organization does not promote innovation or recognize junior level staff. They put high expectations on lower level staff but do not give them the appropriate pay or title. I am honestly surprised by the good reviews written by current/former employees as I do not know a single person that works here that truly enjoys it. Overall, the office environment is toxic and for the past year and a half employees have been leaving the company left and right. For a good period of time someone was resigning every week, some with no jobs lined up and just wanting out. Furthermore, I have had serious ethical issues with how projects are managed. I often times feel as though employees and senior management are not truly concerned for the poor and it shows in the projects. I would not recommend this company to any of my friends.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
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Pros

Great benefits and supportive, flexible working environment.

Cons

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5.0
Jan 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Positive and supportive company culture, great mentorship opportunities available, very international/global teams

Cons

Unstable funding, managers are sometimes inadequately trained in people management skills

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