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Join One Acre Fund as a Global Safety Nets and Microinsurance Senior Associate to impact millions of smallholder farmers across Africa.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Kenya, Rwanda
Expires
Expires at anytime
One Acre Fund, an organization founded in 2006, is committed to equipping smallholder farmers in nine African nations with the tools and skills they need to enhance their farming productivity. With a diverse team of 9,000, and a model that can increase a farmer's income by 35%, the organization holds a reputable position in the agricultural sector.
Role Summary
- Responsible for end-to-end design, piloting, and initial setup of household microinsurance and safety net products
- Conduct field research, manage external partners, and lead pilots during the innovation phase
Role Requirements
- Conduct market assessments and needs analyses
- Translate complex risk and insurance concepts into simple, farmer-centric solutions
- Manage full lifecycle of project from design to implementation and evaluation
- Build strategic partnerships with insurers, NGOs, and other service providers
- Fluency in English; French or Swahili is a strong plus
- 3–5 years of relevant professional experience
Application Process Details
- Preference given to nationals of, or those with a professional background in our countries of operation
One Acre Fund was founded in 2006 and is dedicated to equipping 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine countries in Africa to enhance their farm productivity. We provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a variety of other agricultural services. Our model typically increases a farmer's income and assets on supported land by more than 35%, permanently boosting their resilience. Our team consists of over 9,000 full-time staff from diverse backgrounds and professions.
The Role: As a Global Safety Nets and Microinsurance Senior Associate, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, piloting, and initial setup of household microinsurance and safety net products. This role involves bridging the gap between high-level strategy and ground-level execution, conducting field research, managing external partners, and leading pilots during the critical innovation phase.
Job Requirements: - Lead market entry and opportunity scoping by conducting deep-dive market assessments and farmer needs analyses. - Drive product innovation and design, translating complex risk and insurance concepts into simple, farmer-centric solutions. - Own pilot execution and program delivery, managing the full lifecycle from design to implementation and evaluation. - Build strategic partnerships and delivery models with insurers, InsurTechs, NGOs, and other service providers. - Develop playbooks, teams, and pathways to scale, managing and mentoring junior team members.
Qualifications: - 3–5 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in consulting, startup, or international development. - Strong problem-solving mindset and comfort with working in ambiguity. - Demonstrated ability to lead projects end-to-end in cross-functional, global environments. - Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel. - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Development, Business, or a related field. - Fluency in English; French or Swahili is a strong advantage.
Benefits: Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits are provided. The contract duration is 2 years, and One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. Preference is given to nationals of, or those with an extensive professional background in, our countries of operation.
