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Join One Acre Fund's mission to revolutionize smallholder farming in Africa by becoming a Field Operations Associate
Overview
Salary
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Location
Muramvya, Burundi
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
One Acre Fund is an innovative non-profit founded in 2006 that supports 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine African countries. Our mission is to boost farm productivity by providing supplies, credit, training, and other services. Our strength lies in our diverse team of more than 9,000, who have increased income on assisted land by over 35%.
Role Summary
- Manage and streamline large-scale field operations.
- Lead farmer-facing teams.
- Drive program growth and innovation.
- Deliver services directly to farmers.
- Manage projects and collaborate with teams for a smooth customer experience.
Role Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, Masters preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Experience in project management and research including data analysis.
- Demonstrated leadership experience.
- Willing to live in a rural area.
- At least two years of professional work experience required.
- Language proficiency in English, French and Kirundi is preferred.
Application Process Details
Successful applicants will be provided with health insurance, housing, comprehensive benefits and support for work permit acquisition. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in our recruitment process.
One Acre Fund, founded in 2006, equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine countries in Africa to enhance farm productivity. We provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a range of other agricultural services. Our model has proven to increase income and assets on supported land by more than 35%, improving resilience permanently. Our team of over 9,000 full-time staff from diverse backgrounds drives our mission.
The Role: As a Field Operations Associate, you will manage and improve large-scale field operations, lead farmer-facing teams, and drive program growth and innovation. This role involves operational management and innovation at scale. You will deliver services directly to farmers, manage projects, and collaborate with teams to ensure a smooth customer experience. This position offers the opportunity to learn from large-scale operations and contribute to significant program improvements.
Job Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Economics, Public Administration, Management, Agriculture, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. - Experience in project management, research, or related fields, including data management and analysis. - Demonstrated leadership experience. - Willingness to live in a rural area. - At least two years of professional work experience. - Language requirements: English (required), French (strongly recommended), English and Kirundi are preferred.
Benefits: Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits are provided. One Acre Fund supports work permit acquisition for this role, preferring nationals or those with a significant professional background in our countries of operation.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are integral to our mission. We strive to create a culture where all staff feel valued, represented, and connected, enabling them to thrive professionally and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
