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Transform agricultural development as a People Division Lead at One Acre Fund in Burundi
Overview
Salary
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Location
Muramvya, Burundi
Expires
Expires at anytime
About One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund, founded in 2006, is an impactful organization that equips over 4 million smallholder farmers with the necessary tools to boost their productivity. The organization supplies high-quality agronomy products and training as well as other key services to farmers. Join a dedicated team of 8,000+ professionals, from diverse backgrounds, all passionately working towards improving farmers' lives.
Role Summary
- Strive to make One Acre Fund the best working environment for development professionals in Burundi.
- Develop top-tier human resources strategies to attract, grow and retain top talent.
- Drive innovation in human resources and maintain the unique organizational culture while scaling up the program.
Role Requirements
- A degree or master's in law, HR management or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years in HR management or complex management.
- Experience in people management, team development and ability to analyze data to make sound judgments.
- Emotional intelligence, empathy, strong project management skills.
- Fluency in English and French. Knowledge of Kirundi is a plus.
Application Process Details
- Submit an updated CV, cover letter addressed to the People Division Director, and certified copies of degree and relevant work certificates.
About One Acre Fund Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips more than 4 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. We provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. Our team of 8,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions, is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of farmers.
The Role The People Division Lead’s primary role is to make One Acre Fund Burundi the best place to work in the country for development professionals looking to build a career in social impact. S/he will build best-in-class people functions to help us recruit, develop and retain top talent. S/he will drive innovation across all HR and talent functions and help us maintain our unique organizational culture as we scale our program in Burundi.
Job Requirements University degree or Master's in law, human resources management or other related domains. At least 5 years experience in human resources management and/or large/complex management. Demonstrated experience in people management and team development. Ability to analyze data and make sound judgments. Emotional intelligence and empathy demonstrated through collaboration. Strong project management skills and ability to oversee the execution of a wide range of projects within different teams. English and French required. Knowledge of Kirundi would be an added value.
Benefits Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits are provided. This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Ethiopia, Zambia, Nigeria and Tanzania.
Application Details Applications must be accompanied by an updated and detailed curriculum vitae highlighting the skills required above, a cover letter addressed to the One Acre Fund's People Division Director, and a certified copy of the degree and relevant work certificates. Application Deadline is 17 June 2025.
