Jobs at One Acre Fund

About the Role

• One Acre Fund is home to Africa's largest agroforestry programs, serving over 2 million farmers, providing more than 100 million seedlings per year, and engaging a network of over 2,500 rural nurseries run by local entrepreneurs. We see these programs as part of the solution to three key challenges facing smallholder farmers - poverty, climate change, and biodiversity loss. 
• As an Agroforestry Innovations Associate, you will strengthen and improve these programs with new approaches to generate positive change for farm families and the environment. 
• You will work on a variety of complex challenges, including strengthening our supply of quality tree seed, improving training and management tools for nursery managers, and diversifying our species offerings.
• The Agroforestry Innovations Associate will be part of our dedicated international agroforestry team and will support ten embedded agroforestry teams—one in each country program. 
• This role will report to the Agroforestry Director.

Responsibilities
Scope, pilot, and scale new investments to improve program impact and reach.  Example initiatives could include:

• Developing solutions to improve seedling survival rates 
• Building planning solutions to better support nursery managers
• Researching and trialing sustainable socket alternatives
• Implement improvements to tree seed supply systems
• Supporting tree tracking systems at the farm level
• Conducting site<>species matching research (field and desk) to expand species diversity
• Provide short-term direct support to agroforestry operations in cases where team bandwidth isn’t adequate.  This could be in the form of high-touch operational support or even a short-term secondment.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for, For this role specifically, you will have:
Experience in Agroforestry and Landscape Restoration:

• University or advanced Degree in Agroforestry, Ecology, Restoration, or related fields
• 3+ years of leadership and demonstrated results in agroforestry, restoration, or related domains in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Familiarity with biodiversity projects or nature-based carbon projects is an additional advantage.

External Relationships:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication to engage a range of audiences, including rural farmers, internal staff, external partners, and organizational leadership
• History of collaboration with primary actors in the forestry and landscape restoration sectors, including implementers, technical resources, and policy-makers
• Experience launching new programs or building successful partnerships.

Management Skills:

• Experience coordinating complex and scalable programs
• Penchant for data-driven decision-making with structured analysis and fact-based recommendations.

Other:

• Willingness to travel within the region at least 25% of the time
• English Fluency. Other preferred languages include Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Chichewa, Amharic, or French.

Career Growth and Development:

• We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
• You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
• We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
• You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

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About the Role

• Seeking an HR professional to strengthen people systems, performance management, and employee relations while partnering with leaders to support workforce stability, compliance, and organizational effectiveness at scale.

Responsibilities
Co-defining Vision and Implementing Strategy:

• Co-designing and implementing people strategies that proactively meet the organization’s workforce, performance, and compliance needs, including performance management, employee relations, talent management, HR operations, and policy implementation.
• Translating organizational goals into practical HR frameworks, tools, and processes that strengthen workforce effectiveness, accountability, and retention.
• Proactively identifying people-related risks (e.g., performance gaps, attrition trends, compliance issues) and advising leadership on mitigation actions before they impact delivery.
• Driving consistent and compliant application of HR policies and procedures across departments and locations.

Learning and Development:

• Collaborate on creating L&D solutions to support organizational change and development as outlined in the annual L&D strategy
• Manage the annual L&D Training tracker database, providing regular reports to line managers and supervisors on training administered and new training topics for review.

Performance Management:

• Lead the operational delivery and continuous improvement of the Annual PDR cycle, ensuring consistency, fairness, and data integrity.
• Partner with managers to address performance gaps and support improvement plans.

Employee Relations:

• Act as a key advisor to managers on employee relations matters, HR policies, and labor regulations.
• Support investigations, documentation, and resolution of employee relations cases.
• Promote consistent and equitable application of HR policies across departments

Talent Management and  Workforce Support:

• Support probation management, confirmations, promotions, internal transfers, and workforce movements.
• Partner with recruitment and hiring managers to support workforce planning and staffing decisions.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of employee lifecycle data across HR systems.

HR Operations, Data and Reporting:

• Manage HR trackers, dashboards, and reports to provide visibility on key people metrics.
• Prepare regular insights for the People Lead on headcount, attrition, performance outcomes, and compliance risks.
• Support contract administration, HR system updates, and documentation management.

Career Growth and Development:

• We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
• We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Seeking an experienced professional with over 7+ years of experience in human resources principles, practices and legislation. Strong understanding of HR, particularly as an HRBP.
• Human Resources Practice: Strong practical knowledge of core HR functions including performance management, employee relations, talent management, HR operations, and policy implementation, aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills for assessing training effectiveness, tracking progress, and providing data-driven insights for improvement.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly for designing training content and facilitating learning sessions.
• HR Systems & Database Management: Proficiency in managing HR databases and information systems, ensuring data accuracy, and generating reports to support compliance, reporting, and workforce planning.
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other team members, contributing to a positive working environment.
• Problem Solving: Creative and critical thinking skills to identify issues, propose solutions, and continually improve learning and development processes
• Leadership and Supervision: Capable of providing leadership and support to team members, including coordinating training sessions and managing training resources.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring, often involving multiple stakeholders and resources.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.

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About the Role

• As a Grants Finance Manager, you will help advance our mission by overseeing the financial aspects of our grants portfolio, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Working with finance and fundraising teams, you'll ensure efficient grant management to support our annual grant portfolio exceeding $130 million.
• Reporting directly to the Grants Finance Team Lead, this role offers experienced professionals an opportunity to drive positive change and contribute to our organization's strategic growth.
• If you are passionate about driving change and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities
Grant Proposal Development & Strategy: D

• evelop & manage grant budgets
• Lead budget development to ensure all financial and operational data is accurate and reflects organizational goals.
• Provide strategic guidance to fundraising teams and perform quality control on grant agreements to safeguard financial interests.
• Coordinate with program staff early in the process to confirm the feasibility of milestones and manage data entry for new opportunities.

Grant Reporting & Audit Readiness:

• Monitor grant expenditures, lead audits, and ensure full compliance with grant requirements
• Oversee financial report preparation and monitor spending across programs to ensure adherence to funder regulations and deadlines.
• Lead grant-specific audits by ensuring all financial records and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and ready for external review.
• Support program teams with technical assistance and training to ensure all expenses are adequately documented and that funds are used effectively.

Systems Management & Process Improvement:

• Own and implement long-term system improvements
• Validate data within Salesforce and Power BI to ensure financial records accurately reflect grant restrictions and proposal budgets.
• Continuously improve grant-related processes by creating automated reports and standardized templates to increase team efficiency.
• Adapt and refine internal systems to minimize compliance risks and keep pace with the evolving requirements of new funding.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for, For this role specifically, you will have:

• 8+ years of experience in finance and accounting, with the relevant certifications.
• The ideal candidate will also have experience with grants management within the development sector, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex grant portfolios
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Expertise in financial grants management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Proficiency with CRM systems, particularly Salesforce, for grant management and reporting
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to perform complex functions and data analysis
• Proficient in analyzing complex datasets for strategic decision-making
• Adept communicator, skillfully engaging stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Language: English.

Career Growth and Development:

• We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
• You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
• We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
• You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

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About the Role

• Seeking a detail-oriented Coordinator to power our Trees sustainability.
• You’ll centralize data, lead cross-team reporting, and optimize field execution through dashboards and surveys. Help us refine our offerings and deliver better results for farmers.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination and execution of the Trees Sustainability workstream under the guidance of a Specialist or Trees Lead.
• Create and maintain project schedules, timelines and milestones.
• Document key learnings including challenges and risks, areas of improvement and opportunities.
• Consolidate and maintain all data and documentation related to the Sustainability workstream including the Fruit Trees Program.
• Develop and maintain dashboards to track project performance and key indicators including nursery performance and efficiency, germination, and production, farmer enrolments and sales, distribution and post distribution farmer follow up.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of all program data.
• Conduct regular budget variance analysis to determine performance against budget and share finding with program leadership.
• Provide actionable recommendations to field teams based on program performance data.
• Design and/or Support farmer surveys to gather insights for program improvement.
• Go to Gemba regularly  to meet with farmers, tree group leaders, nursery managers, key community leaders to build fluency on field execution to inform targeted support to field teams.
• Train field staff on program objectives, data collection, and reporting requirements.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices in Trees management and Value chain.
• Conduct regular check ins with team members on weekly basis.
• Provide constructive feedback on staff performance through regular performance reviews conducted at least  twice a year.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for, For this role specifically, you will have:

• University Degree required in Business Administration, International Development, Agric Economics, or related fields.
• 1 - 2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience implementing agroforestry projects at the field level
• Expert at transforming raw data into actionable insights through custom dashboards and advanced performance reporting.
• Proficient in crafting high-level presentations and technical reports that translate complex data for executive decision-making.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Highly organized with a focus on efficient work planning, meticulous attention to detail, and seamless task execution.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of resolving complex operational bottlenecks.
• Skilled communicator and trainer, capable of leading workshops and facilitating cross-functional team alignment.

Career Growth and Development:

• We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
• You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
• We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
• You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.