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Ethiopia Innovations and Growth Lead

One Acre Fund

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Unleash your innovation and leadership skills for agricultural growth in Ethiopia at one of the fastest-growing programs of the globally recognized One Acre Fund.

Overview

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Hybrid

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Expires at anytime

Organisation Summary

Join the One Acre Fund, a impactful organization that has been enhancing farm productivity for 5.5 million smallholder farmers across Africa since 2006. We offer a myriad of agricultural services and maintain a proven record of increasing income and resilience. Be part of a diverse team of over 9,000 dedicated staff.

Role Summary

  • Develop strategies to plant 100 million trees and generate significant impact for Ethiopian farmers by 2030.
  • Successfully manage field trials, data, and scaling initiatives.
  • Oversee a team of innovators and specialists, closely collaborating with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team.

Role Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in managing complex agricultural projects or operations.
  • Track record of designing and executing field trials or pilot programs.
  • Excellent analytical skills to evaluate data and drive strategic decisions.
  • Prior experience of managing large teams.
  • Proficiency in English; Amharic is preferred.

Application Process Details

  • One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role.
  • We prefer candidates with a professional background in our countries of operation.
  • Applications reviewed on a rolling basis, so applicants encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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 variety of other agricultural services. Our model has proven to increase income and assets on supported land by more than 35%, while also improving resilience. Our team of over 9,000 full-time staff from diverse backgrounds and professions drives our success.

The Role: As the Innovations & Growth Lead for our Ethiopia program, you will be a crucial part of our leadership team in one of our fastest-growing country programs. You will develop strategies to plant 100 million trees and generate over $100M in additional impact for 440,000 Ethiopian farmers by 2030. This role involves designing field trials, managing data, and scaling successful initiatives. You will lead a team of innovators and pilot specialists and work closely with our Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team.

Job Requirements: - A minimum of 7 years of experience in managing complex projects or operations, particularly in agricultural innovation, extension, research & development, or related fields. - Proven ability to design and execute field trials or pilot programs. - Strong analytical skills to evaluate data and make strategic decisions. - Experience managing large teams. - Proficiency in English; Amharic preferred.

Benefits: - Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Application Details: One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. We prefer nationals of, or those with an extensive professional background in, our countries of operation. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our mission. We strive to build a culture where all staff feel valued, represented, and connected.

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