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Join One Acre Fund as a Projects and Operations Associate to drive impact in the lives of smallholder farmers across Africa
Overview
Salary
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Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
One Acre Fund, founded in 2006, is committed to elevating the livelihoods of smallholder farmers through increased productivity. Operating in nine African countries and serving 5.5 million farmers, we supply top-notch farm necessities, offer modern farming training, and easy-to-access credit. With a dedicated team of over 9,000 full-time staff, we strive to enhance the farmers' resilience and income.
Role Summary
- Lead the Recruitment Operations function.
- Oversee important recruitment projects
- Ensure successful execution of projects.
- Direct change management initiatives to maintain a unified approach across various recruitment priorities.
- Report directly to the Recruitment Senior Manager.
Role Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in project management or operations.
- Proven experience in leading change management initiatives.
- Ability to analyze data effectively and provide recommendations.
- Experience in leading small teams.
- Experience working with diverse cultures and stakeholders.
Application Process Details
- This role is open only to Kenyan citizens or permanent residents.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- No payments are required at any stage of the recruitment process.
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 of over 9,000 full-time staff from diverse backgrounds works tirelessly to improve the resilience and income of farmers we support.
The role: As a Projects and Operations Associate, you will be a strategy and operations expert responsible for leading the Recruitment Operations function. Your main tasks will include overseeing priority recruitment projects, ensuring successful execution, and leading change management efforts to maintain a unified approach across various recruitment priorities. You will report directly to the Recruitment Senior Manager and will be instrumental in converting team strategy into action.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in project management or operations, with a proven track record in leading change management initiatives. You should be able to analyze data effectively, provide recommendations, and have experience leading small teams. Experience working with diverse cultures and stakeholders is also required.
Benefits: The position offers health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits. Career growth and development are highly supported, with regular feedback, career reviews, and access to training and mentorship programs.
Application details: This role is open only to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the application deadline is July 8, 2026. One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money during the recruitment process.
