Jobs Kenya

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  • Government Relations Specialist

    Government Relations Specialist

    Job Summary: Coordinate our Local Government Relations Team and their work across Western, Rift Valley, Nyanza, Central and Eastern regions.
    Job Description: The Government Relations Specialist will be responsible for coordinating our Local Government Relations Team across Western, Rift Valley, Nyanza, Central and Eastern regions.
    General responsibilities include team management and professional development, acting as a focal point for One Acre Fund departmental leadership for advice on government and regulatory questions, participating in stakeholder meetings, overseeing the production of quarterly reports, managing strategies to resolve government-related risks in the field.
    He/she will also play an active role in coordinating field events and act as a link between our field headquarters and our national and global Government Relations Team in Nairobi.
    Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Coordinate the activities of six local government relations staff across Western, Nyanza, Rift Valley, Central and Eastern regions
    Act as a key deputy and the main point of contact for all government relations inquiries from other departments at our Kakamega Headquarters, responding to questions and requests in a timely and comprehensive manner with minimal supervision from the manager
    Manage highest-level local government relationships with government officials (CECs, COs, CDAs) and regional regulators (KEPHIS, KALRO)
    Create and implement professional development initiatives for the Local Government Relations Team in all areas of operation
    Create efficiencies within the Local Government Relations Team through delegation and strategic use of staff resources
    Oversee the tracking and resolution of risks and issues affecting field-facing operations
    Track compliance of One Acre Fund operations with government regulations, oversee the team’s support to the Innovations, Field Operations, Logistics and Corporate Operations departments on licensing processes
    Oversee planning and execution on logistics for events that the Government Relations department holds in the field with local and national government officials as well as politicians
    Oversee timely preparation and delivery of quarterly reports to all levels of local government
    Review county strategies and policies, and advise One Acre Fund departments on next steps
    Use people management and project planning tools to coordinate Local Government Relations staff and adequately respond to requests from department heads
    Act as a focal point for the global and national Government Relations Department
    Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Government Relations Analyst or departmental leadership

    Career Growth and Development
    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
    You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
    We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
    You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in the field of agriculture, public relations, communication and community development, preferred.
    Public relations, community development or agriculture-related experience preferred.
    Experience in managing a team and coordinating activities between a range of stakeholders.
    Ability to think strategically and translate that thinking into action plans that accomplish goals.
    Strong interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and effectively advocate on behalf of the organization.
    Strong written and verbal communication skills high attention to detail, public speaking skills.
    Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills.
    Ability to work well under pressure.
    Positive, problem-solving attitude.
    Willingness to live in Kakamega with extensive travel across Western, Rift Valley, Nyanza, Central and Eastern regions.
    Conversant with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point.
    Fluent in English and Swahili – Kalenjin, Luo, Luhya, or Kikuyu a plus.
    Passion for serving smallholder farmers.

    Preferred Start Date: April 2019
    Job Location: Kakamega, Kenya
    Compensation: Commensurate with experience
    Duration: Full-time job
    Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off
    Sponsor International Candidates: No; Must have existing rights to work in Kenya.

  • Global M&E Director / Deputy Director Kenya Field Operations Deliveries Associate Kenya People Innovations Associate Policy and Partnerships Analyst Digital Marketing & Communications Specialist Strategy and Research Director

    Global M&E Director / Deputy Director Kenya Field Operations Deliveries Associate Kenya People Innovations Associate Policy and Partnerships Analyst Digital Marketing & Communications Specialist Strategy and Research Director

    Job Summary: Seeking an exemplary evaluation professional to lead a large global M&E department renowned for its rigor.
    Job Description
    We are seeking a dynamic research and evaluation leader with strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, and proven ability to develop staff and to communicate results effectively. The Global Monitoring and Evaluation Director will lead all M&E functions in the organization and be a key member of organizational leadership. The M&E team has a presence in all countries of operation and employs a full time staff of data collectors.
    The M&E department at One Acre Fund is really akin to an in-house research and evaluation firm, and conducts rigorous evaluations and analyses which greatly inform internal decision-making as it’s #1 priority. The goals of the M&E department are both to prove and improve program impact, and One Acre Fund has a culture of highly respecting data analysis and pivoting program activities in response to new evidence. This is a unique environment in which to lead and manage M&E activities, with a true influence on program strategy.
    The overarching goals of this role are to:

    Develop and continue to professionalize M&E staff at all levels to set the standard for excellence in rural data collection.
    Ensure that M&E data and results continue to inform program strategy by working with program leadership to understand and devise strategies to implement results which maximize program impact.
    Continue to deepen One Acre Fund evidence base including periodic experimental studies of our primary program impact on farmer profit as well as building evidence-based of secondary impacts on farmer quality of life.
    Ensure that One Acre Fund’s newly evolving work in the areas of agro-forestry and nutrition evaluation work have a strong evidence base and make pivotal contributions to some of the fastest growing organizational programs.
    Ensure the continuation of the highest quality of data collection and highest rigor of analysis that One Acre Fund has come to be associated with.
    Oversee the analysis and recommendations which inform that ability of organizational leaders to choose among multiple investments.
    Liaise with partners and donors to ensure that M&E data and analysis is responsive to their requests and requirements.
    Internally support adjacent departments (e.g. the Agricultural Research Team, The Field Operations team and the Product Innovations Department).

    Setting Vision & Strategy:

    Work with senior leaders to collaboratively set and execute on long-term vision for all M&E functions, under the “Impact” umbrella
    Build and reinforce Department culture of excellence and responsiveness.
    Build and maintain strong collaborative working relationships across several global departments, and amongst key leaders in all countries
    Identify and execute on key areas of strategic innovation

    Building Team:

    Manage the day-to-day work of manager director-level staff, overseeing a total staff of over a dozen M&E leaders.
    Organize and conduct periodic skills-building and best practice workshops.
    Ensure that the team has continual opportunity for upward growth in the organization and increasing scope of responsibility
    Build a collaborative, positive and inclusive team culture, bridging the geographic distance among team members.

    Executing on Key Organizational Initiatives: Deliver results on key organizational initiatives related to all aspects of HR and talent management, including working with our outstanding team of department directors in the following areas:
    Routinize and standardize – ensure the highest level of quality as we move to a regional M&E manager structure

    Ensure that the growing body of nutrition work has a strong and well-executed evaluation strategy
    Build on the organization’s understating of the program impact on farmers’ overall quality of life
    Support the organization’s strategy to rigorously evaluate our growing tree program, including leading an RCT to quantify long-term impact.
    Grow efficiently – put in place strategy to ensure that the high volume and rigorous data collection undertaken by the organization is conducted in an economically efficient manner.

    Communication:

    Serve as the global voice for all M&E-related issues, to the organization and top leadership
    Develop white papers and copy for our Website on M&E topics.
    Liaise with partners and donors who seek to understand our M&E strategy and results.
    Represent One Acre Fund at occasional conferences and strategic meetings.

    Career Growth and Development
    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
    You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
    We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
    You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
    Qualifications
    We are seeking exceptional candidates with 7-10+ years work experience in the evaluation field, preferably in a developing country context and preferably in programs which address rural livelihoods.
    Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Masters degree required, PhD a plus
    Proven ability to manage teams and develop leaders; experience in remote management a plus
    Proficiency in STATA and strong quantitative and qualitative research skills
    Experience overseeing data collection in rural areas
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Strong data and analytical skills
    Experience working in a multi-cultural workplace in a developing country, ideally in East Africa
    Creativity and strong problem-solving skills
    We are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with patience and a humble approach to service

    Language: Fluent English required. Swahili, Kinyarwanda and/or French a plus.
    Preferred Start Date: Flexible
    Compensation: Commensurate with experience
    Benefits: Health insurance, housing, annual flights, and other quality of life benefits
    Sponsor International Candidates: No; must have existing rights to work in our countries of operation. East Africans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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  • Recruitment Associate

    Recruitment Associate

    Job Description
    Example Duties Include

    Directly manage 8-12 high value and senior candidate pipelines:
    Application screening: Oversee candidate screening and selection process from the review of applications through the interview process. One Acre Fund seeks to hire international development professionals of the highest caliber, and application screening is a vital step in the hiring process.
    Candidate database management: Using our Applicant Tracking System and other tools, track applicant process from application to hire.
    Candidate Communication and Support: Our hiring process is rigorous and requires a number of steps, including multiple interviews and exercises. Throughout, the
    Recruitment Associate should provide excellent customer service and support to all candidates.
    Hiring Manager Support: Assist Hiring Managers with creating interview materials, train them to use our Recruitment platforms and best practices, and provide other support as requested.
    Recruiting special projects: The Recruitment Associate will play an integral part in ensuring our candidate experience and talent search is effective, efficient, and would be called on to come up with innovative strategies to recruit, grow, and retain staff using our objectives and key results to drive the work.Some examples of projects are:
    Improving candidate experience communication: Audit all candidate communication materials to ensure they are clear, inclusive, and informative.
    Revamping Hiring Manager trainings: Review and update Hiring Manager trainings so they are relevant and we are continuing to offer a fair and unbiased interview process to all candidates.
    Reducing time to hire: Use data to better understand how we can reduce the time it takes to hire a candidate and fill a position, improving our candidate experience and increasing impact for the organization.
    People Management: The Recruitment Associate will take on management of 2-3 Recruiters covering a portion of our operations. The management includes:mentoring Recruiters to grow professionally by providing frequent feedback, guidance, and will be expected to write and deliver bi-annual performance evaluationsmonitoring KPIs and driving team performance
    Interviewing: Conduct interviews for your own roles, and other roles, at One Acre Fund. Also, observe direct reports’ interviews on a monthly basis to ensure interview quality and consistency.
    Outreach activities: The Recruitment Associate will support One Acre Fund’s recruiting initiatives by cultivating strategic relationships for proactive recruitment as well as represent One Acre Fund at various recruiting events in the region.This also includes leading our employee referral program in-country onboarding and hack-a-thons.

    Career Growth and Development
    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
    Qualifications
    We are looking for an exceptional professionals with 2-5 years experience to serve in a position that combines project management and people management for global recruitment in a fast-paced social enterprise. Successful candidates will have the following qualifications and key achievements to highlight outcomes in their work:

    Strong people management skills, prior people management experience required, remote management experience a big plus.
    Innovative mindset: constantly curious about ways to think creatively and create effective and efficient processes.
    Internal drive: the Recruitment Associate will often work without much supervision and must be a self-starter who can proactively complete tasks without continuous oversight.
    Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail: the ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
    Superior spoken and written English fluency, cross-cultural communication skills: The Recruitment Associate will have daily contact with our candidates from around the world and diverse Hiring Managers and should be able to engage with them in a friendly and professional way.
    The ability to multi-task while effectively prioritizing: The routine tasks of the Recruitment Associate will often have non-flexible deadlines.
    A humble approach to service: We are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with good humor, patience, and humility.
    Typing speed of 40 words per minute or better.
    Familiarity or expertise in Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System is a plus.
    Prior experience as a Recruiter, talent acquisition specialist or similar is helpful but not required.
    Language: English required; French or Swahili a plus.

    Preferred Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Job Location
    Kigali, Rwanda or Nairobi, Kenya
    Compensation
    Commensurate with experience
    Duration
    Full-time job
    Benefits

    Health insurance, paid time off
    Sponsor International Candidates

    No; Must have existing rights to work in East Africa. East Africans are strongly encouraged to apply.
    One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here.

  • Kenya Marketing & Enrollment Program Associate

    Kenya Marketing & Enrollment Program Associate

    Job DescriptionResponsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited ToPeople Management

    The Program Design team consists of 21 HQ-based staff members, and another 80 field staff members operating in our expansion pilot. The Program Design Enrollment Associate is responsible for personally managing the two Enrollment Specialists.
    Specific tasks include facilitating impactful weekly check-ins with all reports, holding bi-annual coffee chats with all members of the team in their reporting lines, conducting bi-annual performance reviews for all staffers, and supporting on the creation and tracking of development areas through tools like development plans and path to promotions.
    The Program Design Enrollment Associate is responsible for ensuring that all team members in their reporting line receive the support they need to complete their project goals, while simultaneously supporting their professional development and providing them with stretch opportunities to grow their careers at One Acre Fund.

    Project Management

    The Enrollment Associate is responsible for analysing annual enrollment/marketing results, making strategic recommendations on annual strategy, and executing the annual planning process.
    Enrollment-related projects include:

    Building Yearly Marketing Strategy, reviewing last year’s performance with key stakeholders and running various analyses to determine marketing focus for the following season. Draw on the strategy throughout planning and execution to ensure that it is brought to life. Create all enrollment related training and materials for field officers.
    Executing on Key Planning for Enrollment, leading a country-wide “working group”, where key project components like contract creation, loan terms and conditions, and marketing materials are discussed and planned. Create the enrollment calendar, and ensure that all teams are on track to achieve goals. Create contingency plans and trigger action if we fall below KPIs. Work with graphic designer to create marketing materials farmers will interface with in the field. Lead on the yearly radio campaign, liaising with radio stations and creating content.
    Support and Mentorship of Enrollment Team, Regular check-ins and management with the two enrollment specialists. to support them on the week-to-week execution of their work. Investment in the specialists’ professional skills, to enable them to take on more responsibility and grow their career at One Acre Fund
    Lead Strategic Research and Analysis to Increase Scale, determining further research needs to improve on marketing and enrollment for the Kenya program. Execute on all necessary qualitative field research, phone surveys, and data analysis effectively and synthesize into usable reports to help guide the program in making data-driven marketing decisions

    Leadership
    Strategy & Vision

    Contribute to setting Program Design Annual Objective Key Results (OKRs), and responsible for the execution and follow up of all OKR’s under Enrollment
    Measure progress against goals, regularly report on progress, and hold the team accountable to prioritizing and delivering results in key strategic areas.
    Set the annual Kenya marketing strategy.
    Carefully manage the budget of all project work, which totals to more than $800,000. Most important projects to make smart spending decisions and track budgeting on are mobilization casuals, radio marketing, printed color marketing materials, product kit ordering, and printed forms (i.e. contracts, farmer worksheets).

    Communication

    Proactively and effectively communicate up to country leadership, down to departments, and across to other sets of leaders plans, goals and progress for enrollment. Enrollment work, in particular, requires significant Kenya program-wide communication, as it is central to what we all do.
    Ensure enrollment team members are collaborating effectively with individuals, teams and divisions outside of the department. Set-up appropriate systems of communication to keep everyone moving together, particularly through the working groups.
    Participate in global Filed Operations (FOPs) work and collaborate with other country programs.

    Career Growth and DevelopmentWe have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.QualificationsWe are seeking exceptional professionals with 2 to 5+ years of work experience, and a demonstrated long-term passion for international development. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Strong work experiences. Examples include a demanding professional work experience, or successful entrepreneurial experience, e.g. starting a field program in a developing country, leading a conference, starting a business, solid Volunteer Service Organization accomplishments (VSO, Peace Corps, JICA, etc.).
    Strong educational background; Bachelors Degree required.
    Project planning and goal setting: demonstrated ability to set short-, medium- and/or long-term goals appropriate for a project.
    Growth mindset: willing to give and receive feedback openly.
    Results oriented: sets goals and takes ownership of driving towards them.
    Demonstrated leadership experience at work, or outside of work and enthusiasm for learning.
    Demonstrated ability to build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
    Marketing experience preferred: successful experience working as a leader in a marketing project leading a team from conceptualization to the achievement of the project’s objectives.
    Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
    A willingness to commit to living in rural areas for at least two years – this is a long-term, career-track role.
    Language: English required, Swahili is a plus.

    CompensationCommensurate with experienceDurationFull-time jobBenefitsHealth insurance, housing, annual flights and other quality of life benefits.Sponsor International CandidatesYes. East Africans are strongly encouraged to apply.One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here.

  • Shop Assistant

    Shop Assistant

    Job Description: The One Acre Fund Duka is a new project being run by the Program Innovations team whose goals are to test demand for different products, provide a high quality customer service experience to customers, and expand One Acre Fund’s presence in different communities. The first One Acre Fund Duka will be located in Kakamega. The Shop Assistant will work with the Shop Supervisor to sell products to farmers and offer advice to clients.
    Your Role
    Sales & Marketing

    Assist the shop supervisor in making recommendations to clients based on their specific needs.
    Explain the benefits of various products.
    Suggest products for clients to purchase.

    Customer service

    Provide all clients with quality customer service.
    Answer customer questions and respond promptly to customer complaints.

    Shop organization & security

    Ensure the shop is swept on a daily basis and the shelves are organized.
    Carry products from the storeroom when clients purchase them.
    Monitor the shop to ensure that there is zero theft.
    Verify receipts for the collection of goods.
    Perform stock counts.

    Teamwork

    Work effectively with the shop supervisor to ensure all customers have a positive experience in the shop

    Our Requirements
    Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Secondary education.
    KEPHIS certification or experience working in an Agrovetis a plus.
    Experience in sales,marketing, or business management.
    Excellent customer service skills.
    Great attention to detail and accuracy.
    Time management.
    A strong work ethic.
    Physically fit.
    English and Swahili required.

  • Kenya Program Innovations Associate Policy and Partnerships Analyst

    Kenya Program Innovations Associate Policy and Partnerships Analyst

    Job Description
    The Program Associate coordinates closely with departments across One Acre Fund’s in-country and global teams. In addition, he/she is responsible for producing or overseeing the production of all materials, trainings, and procedures associated with his/her trials.
    Responsibilities for this role would include, but are not limited to:
    Strategy & Vision

    Align trial objectives with One Acre Fund’s strategic vision
    Set a clear burden of proof for trials, measure outcomes against that burden of proof, and make recommendations for whether the trial should be implemented at scale

    Trial Design and Management

    Design, manage, and coordinate trials and design processes, focusing principally on initiatives that increase One Acre Fund’s impact, scale, and sustainability
    Apply Human Centered Design methods, maintaining a design focus on One Acre Fund farmers.
    Drive quantitative rigor by applying statistical methods to design and analysis that allow critical questions to be answered clearly.
    Create detailed project plans that allow for seamless execution of complex operations
    Develop a deep understanding of One Acre Fund systems and processes in order to make smart trial design and execution choices
    Clearly document all stages of the trial planning process, to allow staff in other countries or future years to understand the work and the findings come out of every trial

    Communication & Coordination

    Coordinate closely with departments across One Acre Fund’s in-country and global teams
    Manage collaboration with Field and Systems teams whenever relevant

    Management & Training

    Manage one to three junior staff members and ensure consistent and high quality professional development for all direct reports
    Effectively utilize human resources to drive forward especially complex projects

    Spending and Budgeting

    With manager support, create a budget for trials
    Regularly review monthly actual spending against planned spending. Keep all projects operating to maximum efficiency and within planned budget.
    Make financially sound project recommendations that take into consideration OAF’s long-term sustainability

    Career Growth and Development
    One Acre Fund invests heavily in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
    Qualifications
    We are seeking exceptional professionals with 2+ years of work experience, and a demonstrated long-term passion for international development. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Strong work experiences. Examples include a demanding professional work experience, or successful entrepreneurial experience (e.g. starting a field program in a developing country, leading a conference, starting a business, managing supply chains, helping to scale a successful project or business).
    Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate an abstract idea into a concrete action plan
    Data analysis skills and experience with setting up both qualitative and quantitative trials
    Prototyping and experience in Human Centered Design are preferred
    Computer skills: Excel required; experience in STATA or R preferred
    Leadership experience at work.
    Humility. We are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with good humor, patience, and a humble approach to service to join our growing family of leaders.
    A willingness to commit to living in rural areas of East Africa for at least two years – this is a long-term, career-track role.
    The ideal candidate will have at least one year demonstrated experience working in the developing world, although this is not a strict requirement.

    Language: English required in Kenya. Swahili-speakers strongly encouraged to apply.Preferred Start Date
    Preferred Start Date
    February 2019
    Compensation
    Commensurate with experience
    Benefits
    Health insurance, housing, annual flights and other quality of life benefits
    Sponsor International Candidates
    No

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  • Kenya Data & Field Office Support Specialist

    Kenya Data & Field Office Support Specialist

    Job Description
    The Data & Field Office Support Specialist is tasked with providing significant support to the administrative and data systems side of our Field Operations program, while also aggressively working to make them ready to scale to achieve our ambitious targets year on year. This specialist will manage our Field Office Support (FOS) team (50+ staff) which facilitates weekly execution of our program in the Field and the Centralized Execution Audit (CEA) team (10-15 staff) which audits weekly execution.
    Specific Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
    Strategy and Vision

    Contribute to the Field Operations 5 Year Plan, annual ‘Objectives and Key Results’ goals and planning processes for the Field Operations Execution Team.
    Measure progress against goals, regularly report on progress, and hold team accountable to delivering results in key strategic areas.
    Drive their team to scale our program to more clients efficiently, while maintaining a high level of service.
    Field Office Support, Centralized Execution Audits
    Directly manage and mentor 3 sub-department managers (2 FOS Admin Coordinators and 1 CEA Coordinator)
    Ensure that all of the sub-department tasks are executed to world-class standards including:
    Field Office Support
    Direct oversight of our Field Office Administration team (consisting of 45AAs, 6 AA Senior Supervisors and 2 AA Senior Coordinators).
    Coordinate procurement of office supplies and materials to support district and regional offices.
    Oversee and manage all activities relevant to supporting Field Admin Staff (hiring, onboarding, check-ins, performance reviews, budgeting etc.).
    Facilitate resolution of challenges and issues raised by Field Admin Staff.
    Annual District Transition
    Support the planning, coordination and management of the entire annual seasonal transition process. This includes everything from scouting and securing new district and regional offices, hiring and onboarding new field office support teams, establishing and setting up new district vendors, and procurement of new office materials.
    Coordinate with Expansion, Field Staff Management and Business Operations teams to reconfigure incentive delivery to sites and districts that have changed and support update process for backend changes in Roster and the Field Staff List to reflect the updated district configuration.
    Centralized Execution Audits
    Direct oversight of the CEA team (12 staff)
    Facilitate creation of tools and materials to make survey tracking and completion more efficient by the CEA team
    Monitor execution of ongoing weekly surveys facilitated by the two units within the CEA team (Strategy and Impact).
    Collaboratively set Team KPIs and metrics to measure success.
    Regularly solicit feedback from the wider team and other departments.

    People Management Training

    Serve as direct management line to 3 mid-level management staff who oversees significant sub-teams (Field Office Support and Centralized Execution Audits). All told, oversee 64 full time staff.
    Management will include oversight, weekly reporting meetings, performance reviews and development, strategic direction and support.
    Ensure that all staff receive effective mentorship to promote career growth and capacity to handle the organization’s rapid growth.
    Personally lead training sessions for senior staff members.
    Lead and support hiring of staff members within your sub-team.

    Team and Culture
    Within your sub-team, ensure all staff members are connected to the mission and feel motivated to serve our farmers each dayServe as a leader and role model to the Kenya team at large. Embody One Acre Fund’s core values: Humble Service, Hard Work, Continual Growth, Family of Leaders, Dream Big, and Integrity.Monitor team morale, plan and mitigate any changes that could create disharmony amongst staff.Implement best practices and initiatives that contribute to a more diverse and inclusive work environment.Make Field Operations and One Acre Fund a great place to work.
    Career Growth and Development
    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
    Qualifications

    At minimum, a bachelor’s degree is required for this position with strong demonstrated previous work experience
    People management experience is a huge plus
    Well-organized with demonstrated experience managing projects with high degree of complexity and detail
    Ability and demonstrated experience to work under pressure, producing quality work with little supervision
    Excellent written and verbal communicator with a strong sense of accountability and responsibility
    Willingness to ask questions, comfort pointing out challenges or mistakes and an ability to give clear, directand professional upward and downward feedback
    Humility. We are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with good humor, patience, and a humble approach to service to join our growing family of leaders
    A willingness to commit to living in rural areas of Kenya for at least two years
    Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite required
    Language: English required in Kenya. Swahili-speakers strongly encouraged to apply

    Preferred Start Date
    As soon as possible

  • SAP Data Supervisor

    SAP Data Supervisor

    Job Description: Our SAP Data Supervisor will be part of the SAP Administration function within the Global Sourcing team. S/he will take ownership of data management within supply chain operations for our Global Sourcing team that could involve working with stakeholders across: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda Malawi, Burundi, and Zambia.
    The SAP Data Supervisor’s responsibilities will include:

    Preparing / drafting Payment requests for the Teams’ procured items
    Liaising with the Finance team to process all teams’ payment request for procured items/services
    Entering real time data into SAP daily
    Enter Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, Goods Receipt Purchase Orders, invoices, landed costs, and AR Invoices as required by clients
    Run open reports weekly and request documents from purchasers as needed according to due delivery and payment due dates
    Tracking all Purchase Orders both physically and in the SAP System
    Working with the team to track goods delivery and Quantities delivered
    Other duties as assigned by your manager

    Career Growth and Development
    One Acre Fund invests heavily in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
    We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentor ship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews.
    We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree
    0-2 years work experience in a competitive and professional work environment
    Knowledge of MS Office
    Have a high attention to detail and be able to enter the data submitted accurately
    Understand SAP and fully support clients with all related questions and quickly solve issues
    Clearly communicate with all the stakeholders in the Logistics, Finance and assigned clients
    Ability to work quickly and independently to manage the workflow that is in the work stream pipeline
    Language: English fluency required

    Preferred Start Date: 18th February 2019
    Compensation: Commensurate with experience

  • SAP Data Supervisor

    SAP Data Supervisor

    Job Description: Our SAP Data Supervisor will be part of the SAP Administration function within the Global Sourcing team. S/he will take ownership of data management within supply chain operations for our Global Sourcing team that could involve working with stakeholders across: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda Malawi, Burundi, and Zambia.
    The SAP Data Supervisor’s responsibilities will include:

    Preparing / drafting Payment requests for the Teams’ procured items
    Liaising with the Finance team to process all teams’ payment request for procured items/services
    Entering real time data into SAP daily
    Enter Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, Goods Receipt Purchase Orders, invoices, landed costs, and AR Invoices as required by clients
    Run open reports weekly and request documents from purchasers as needed according to due delivery and payment due dates
    Tracking all Purchase Orders both physically and in the SAP System
    Working with the team to track goods delivery and Quantities delivered
    Other duties as assigned by your manager

    Career Growth and Development
    One Acre Fund invests heavily in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
    We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentor ship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews.
    We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree
    0-2 years work experience in a competitive and professional work environment
    Knowledge of MS Office
    Have a high attention to detail and be able to enter the data submitted accurately
    Understand SAP and fully support clients with all related questions and quickly solve issues
    Clearly communicate with all the stakeholders in the Logistics, Finance and assigned clients
    Ability to work quickly and independently to manage the workflow that is in the work stream pipeline
    Language: English fluency required

    Preferred Start Date: 18th February 2019
    Compensation: Commensurate with experience

  • Policy and Partnerships Analyst

    Policy and Partnerships Analyst

    Job DescriptionOne Acre Fund’s Senior Vice President of Policy and Partnerships oversees three of the organization’s external-facing teams: government relations and policy, communications, and partnerships. The Policy and Partnerships Analyst will enhance the Senior Vice President’s leadership capacity by providing executive and strategic support in a one-on-one working relationship. This person will report directly to the Senior Vice President and will serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on everything from cross-departmental systems to external partnerships.The ideal candidate has strong experience working in a support role to senior-level staff. Experience working in international development organizations is a plus but not required.ResponsibilitiesDepartmental management and strategic planning

    Manage team goals and accountability mechanisms for all Policy and Partnerships teams
    Support yearly work planning and strategic tools development for the Senior Vice President
    Help support 5-year growth and strategic plan creation
    Manage updates and annual schedule for budgets and staff charts
    Support team retreat planning and team culture building through strategic initiatives
    Support recruitment and hiring activities across all Policy and Partnerships teams
    Lead targeted research to help guide strategic thinking on new projects or initiatives

     
    Leadership support and stakeholder management

    Help prepare the Senior Vice President for Board meetings and presentations
    Help coordinate or create materials for General Partners meetings and related committees
    Support the Senior Vice President on the organization-wide internal coaching program
    Design and prepare trainings for the Senior Vice President to facilitate

     
    External relations support

    Vet external partnerships on behalf of the organization
    Edit and complete first drafts of written communications to external stakeholders
    Coordinate with the communications and business development teams to maximize the ROI of the Senior Vice President’s external meetings and outreach activities
    Build and administer systems to ensure effective network management of top-priority Policy and Partnerships contacts, and support the cultivation of new strategic relationships

     
    Executive and administrative support

    Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Senior Vice President, and determine an appropriate course of action, referral or response
    Proactively build or improve on structures and systems to boost productivity and unlock additional strategic capacity for the Senior Vice President
    Support scheduling and traveling planning for the Senior Vice President when required

    Career Growth and DevelopmentWe have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.QualificationsWe are seeking an exceptional professional(s) with at least 2 years of work experience and a demonstrated interest in partnerships or external relations. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

    Experience supporting a senior-level staffer, ideally in a non-profit or start-up environment (preferred but not required)
    Demonstrated organizational abilities, particularly in unstructured environments
    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Collaborative approach and ability to work across many different departments effectively
    Demonstrated attention to detail
    Experience in or understanding of international development is desired but not required
    Good humor, patience and a humble approach to service
    A willingness to commit to this position for the long-term (minimum 2 years)
    English fluency required