One Acre Fund, a globally recognized organization focused on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, continues to expand its operations across Kenya. Through its Tupande program and other strategic initiatives, the organization supports farmers with access to financing, training, and high-quality farm inputs. As part of its growth and operational strengthening, One Acre Fund has announced several job openings across different functions including operations, production, leadership, and technology support.
These opportunities present a chance for professionals to contribute to impactful agricultural transformation while working within structured, performance-driven environments. The available roles span multiple levels, from internship positions to leadership roles, providing diverse entry points for candidates interested in operations, project management, agriculture, and organizational support functions.
The following positions are currently open for application.
- Recruitment Projects and Operations Associate – Nairobi, Kenya
The Recruitment Projects and Operations Associate role is positioned within the organization’s talent acquisition and operations team. This role focuses on improving recruitment systems, supporting hiring processes, and ensuring operational efficiency within recruitment functions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate recruitment projects across multiple departments to ensure timely hiring processes
- Support the design and implementation of recruitment strategies aligned with organizational needs
- Track recruitment metrics and generate reports to support decision-making
- Collaborate with hiring managers to streamline recruitment workflows and improve candidate experience
- Manage recruitment tools, systems, and databases to ensure accurate and up-to-date information
- Facilitate communication between candidates and internal teams during the hiring process
- Support onboarding processes by coordinating logistics and documentation for new hires
- Identify areas for process improvement within recruitment operations and propose solutions
- Assist in employer branding initiatives to enhance the organization’s visibility to potential candidates
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and recruitment standards
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that the organization attracts and retains talent efficiently while maintaining a structured and professional recruitment process.
- Tupande Production Lead – Kakamega County, Kenya
The Tupande Production Lead is responsible for overseeing agricultural production activities within the Tupande program. This role involves managing production operations, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating field activities to support farmer success.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee production planning and implementation across assigned regions
- Coordinate field teams to ensure effective delivery of agricultural inputs and services
- Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards
- Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and operational efficiency
- Manage relationships with suppliers and stakeholders involved in production activities
- Track production performance and prepare reports on output and efficiency
- Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions
- Support training initiatives for field staff and farmers on production best practices
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and agricultural standards
- Collaborate with other departments to align production activities with broader program goals
This role requires strong operational coordination and the ability to manage multiple moving parts within agricultural production systems.
- Tupande Soko Chief of Staff – Kenya
The Tupande Soko Chief of Staff role is a strategic position designed to support leadership in driving operational excellence and executing organizational priorities. This position involves working closely with senior leadership to coordinate projects, manage priorities, and ensure alignment across teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support senior leadership in planning and executing strategic initiatives
- Coordinate cross-functional projects to ensure timely delivery and alignment with goals
- Monitor progress on key organizational priorities and provide regular updates
- Facilitate communication between departments to improve collaboration and efficiency
- Prepare reports, presentations, and briefings for leadership meetings
- Identify operational gaps and recommend solutions to enhance performance
- Manage special projects and initiatives as assigned by leadership
- Support decision-making processes through data analysis and insights
- Ensure effective follow-up on action items from meetings and strategic discussions
- Assist in developing systems and processes to improve organizational efficiency
This position is suited for individuals with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills who can operate effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Tupande IT Operations Intern – Nairobi, Kenya
The Tupande IT Operations Intern role provides an opportunity for early-career professionals to gain practical experience in IT support and operations. The position focuses on assisting in maintaining IT systems and supporting users across the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide first-level technical support to staff on IT-related issues
- Assist in the maintenance and monitoring of IT systems and infrastructure
- Support installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware and software
- Maintain accurate records of IT support requests and resolutions
- Assist in managing user accounts and access controls
- Support data management and system updates as required
- Collaborate with the IT team to implement system improvements
- Participate in IT projects and initiatives as assigned
- Ensure compliance with IT policies and security standards
- Provide general administrative support to the IT operations team
This internship role is designed to build practical skills in IT operations while contributing to the smooth functioning of organizational systems.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official One Acre Fund careers platform. Applicants should ensure that all required documents and information are provided as per the application guidelines.
Early applications are recommended, as positions may be filled on a rolling basis depending on organizational needs.
