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Exciting opportunity to shape external engagement and partnerships at a leading nonprofit serving farmers in Africa
Overview
Salary
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Location
Abuja, Nigeria
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
One Acre Fund, founded in 2006, is a leading organization dedicated to uplifting smallholder farmers, improving productivity, and supporting better livelihoods. Operating in nine African countries, the Fund provides quality farm supplies, credit access, and agronomic training to over 5.5 million farmers.
Role Summary
- Lead Government Relations & Partnerships
- Manage relationships with government and external partners for compliance and sustainability
- Directly manage Government Relations and Communications teams
- Based in Abuja, Nigeria
Role Requirements
- 6+ years experience in government relations, policy institutions or development organizations
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Law, International Development or Business preferred
- Technical knowledge in government engagement, compliance management and partnership development
- Proficiency in English and Hausa advantageous
Application Process Details
- Open to Nigerian citizens or permanent residents
- Applications welcomed from diverse backgrounds, reflecting commitment to equality and inclusion
One Acre Fund was founded in 2006 and is dedicated to helping smallholder farmers increase productivity and improve their livelihoods. We operate in nine countries across Africa, serving 5.5 million farmers by providing high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, and modern agronomic training. Our team consists of over 9,000 full-time staff from diverse backgrounds.
The Role: As the Government Relations & Partnerships Lead for One Acre Fund Nigeria, you will play a crucial role in shaping our external engagement and strengthening partnerships to support our growth in Nigeria. This position involves leading our relationships with government institutions, donors, and external partners to ensure compliance and sustainability. You will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, and will directly manage the Government Relations and Communications teams.
Job Requirements: Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in government relations, policy institutions, or development organizations, and a proven track record in managing multi-stakeholder initiatives. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration, Law, International Development, or Business is preferred. Strong technical knowledge in government engagement, compliance management, and partnership development is essential. Proficiency in English and Hausa is advantageous.
Benefits: The role offers health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.
Application Details: This position is open only to citizens or permanent residents of Nigeria. The application deadline is February 18, 2026. We encourage applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, reflecting our commitment to equality and inclusion.
