One Acre Fund Careers has announced multiple professional and internship opportunities across Kenya and several African countries. The organization is recruiting for positions in monitoring and evaluation, strategy, laboratory operations, data analysis, finance, agroforestry, internal audit, market access, safety nets, and value chain development.
These opportunities are suited for professionals seeking to contribute to agricultural transformation, rural development, farmer resilience, and operational excellence across Africa. Several positions are based in Kenya, while others support regional and global programs across countries including Rwanda, Nigeria, Malawi, Tanzania, Burundi, Zambia, Uganda, Ethiopia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The vacancies provide opportunities for experienced professionals as well as interns looking to gain hands-on experience in analytics, operations, strategy, and program implementation.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the available positions.
1. Global MEL Senior Associate (Fixed-Term)
Location: Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia
Category: Professionals
One Acre Fund is seeking an experienced Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) professional to strengthen monitoring systems and evaluation rigor across growth country programs and agroforestry initiatives.
The role focuses on improving data quality, evaluation standards, and evidence-based decision-making across multiple country operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the design and implementation of MEL frameworks
- Improving monitoring systems and reporting structures
- Conducting data quality assessments and strengthening data integrity
- Supporting evaluations and impact measurement initiatives
- Collaborating with country teams to improve learning systems
- Developing tools and processes for data collection and analysis
- Supporting evidence-based program improvements
- Contributing to organizational learning and knowledge management
The organization is seeking candidates with more than three years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation or related functions.
2. Tupande Market Access Strategy and Operations Associate
Location: Kenya
Category: Professionals
This opportunity focuses on supporting the growth of Tupande Soko’s market access initiatives by driving strategy, operations, sourcing, partnerships, and expansion efforts.
The role is designed for entrepreneurial professionals interested in market systems and agricultural value chains.
Key duties include:
- Supporting value chain growth strategies
- Building and managing market partnerships
- Coordinating sourcing and operational activities
- Supporting expansion initiatives across different regions
- Conducting market analysis and identifying opportunities
- Collaborating with internal teams to improve farmer market access
- Driving operational improvements within the Soko business unit
- Supporting implementation of strategic initiatives
The position offers exposure to strategic growth planning and operational leadership within agricultural markets.
3. Tupande Soko Laboratory Specialist (Fixed-Term)
Location: Kenya
Category: Professionals
One Acre Fund is seeking a Laboratory Lead with extensive experience to oversee laboratory setup, commissioning, and routine operations.
The role will ensure that Tupande processing operations meet food safety and quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading laboratory establishment and commissioning processes
- Managing routine laboratory operations
- Ensuring compliance with food safety and quality requirements
- Conducting laboratory testing and quality assurance procedures
- Supporting operational quality improvement initiatives
- Developing laboratory protocols and standards
- Coordinating equipment maintenance and calibration
- Supporting regulatory compliance activities
The organization is seeking professionals with at least five years of relevant laboratory experience.
4. Tupande Controls, Health & Safety Specialist (Fixed-Term)
Location: Kenya
Category: Professionals
This role combines internal controls management with occupational health and safety oversight for Tupande factories in Kenya.
The successful candidate will support risk mitigation, safety compliance, and internal control design.
Main responsibilities include:
- Designing and strengthening internal controls systems
- Supporting risk management activities
- Managing workplace health and safety initiatives
- Conducting safety assessments and compliance reviews
- Supporting factory safety procedures and protocols
- Monitoring adherence to operational controls
- Preparing control and safety reports
- Coordinating corrective action implementation
- Supporting staff awareness on health and safety practices
The organization is looking for professionals with three to five years of experience in risk management, controls, or health and safety functions.
5. Global Data Analyst Intern
Location: Kenya
Category: Interns
One Acre Fund is recruiting a data analyst intern to support reporting, systems implementation, operations management, and user training initiatives.
This internship provides practical exposure to analytics and business intelligence functions.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting Power BI reporting activities
- Assisting with systems implementation projects
- Supporting data management and reporting tasks
- Conducting user support and training activities
- Assisting in operational management processes
- Supporting data analysis and visualization tasks
- Collaborating with teams on reporting improvements
- Supporting dashboard maintenance and updates
The internship is suitable for individuals interested in analytics, systems operations, and business intelligence.
6. Global R&D Data Analyst (Fixed-Term)
Location: Kenya, Rwanda
Category: Professionals
This role focuses on analyzing trials, surveys, and geospatial datasets to support agronomic recommendations and improve farmer outcomes.
The successful candidate will support research and development initiatives using advanced analytical techniques.
Key duties include:
- Analyzing agricultural trial and survey data
- Supporting experimental design processes
- Working with geospatial datasets and analytical tools
- Building decision-support tools and models
- Supporting agronomic recommendation systems
- Conducting statistical and data science analyses
- Supporting program impact evaluations
- Collaborating with research and development teams
The organization is seeking candidates with strong data science and experimental analysis skills.
7. Global Safety Nets and Microinsurance Senior Associate (Fixed-Term)
Location: Kenya, Rwanda
Category: Professionals
This role supports the design and piloting of safety net and microinsurance products across One Acre Fund markets.
The position involves product development, pilot coordination, and operational setup.
Responsibilities include:
- Designing safety net and microinsurance products
- Coordinating pilot implementation activities
- Supporting product setup across multiple markets
- Conducting operational planning and coordination
- Collaborating with country teams and partners
- Supporting product performance monitoring
- Contributing to risk mitigation initiatives
- Supporting scale-up planning activities
The role requires strong adaptability and coordination capabilities across multiple operational environments.
8. Grants Finance Manager
Location: Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, United States
Category: Professionals
One Acre Fund is seeking a Grants Finance Manager to oversee budget development, grant compliance, and financial systems improvements.
The role supports high-value partnerships and donor-funded initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and managing grant budgets
- Supporting donor compliance requirements
- Managing financial reporting for grants
- Supporting financial planning and analysis
- Strengthening grants finance systems and processes
- Coordinating with program and finance teams
- Supporting audit and compliance activities
- Monitoring grant expenditures and financial performance
The role is suitable for professionals experienced in grants finance and partnership management.
9. Agroforestry Innovations Associate
Location: Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
Category: Professionals
This role supports agroforestry innovation initiatives across multiple country programs.
The successful candidate will work closely with international and embedded agroforestry teams to support program development and innovation.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting agroforestry innovation projects
- Collaborating with country agroforestry teams
- Supporting implementation of agroforestry initiatives
- Assisting with operational coordination across programs
- Supporting research and learning activities
- Contributing to program improvement initiatives
- Supporting knowledge sharing across country teams
- Working closely with the Agroforestry Director and regional teams
The role offers exposure to regional agricultural and environmental programming.
10. Strategy & Operations Associate, Office of the CEO (Renewable)
Location: Kenya, Rwanda
Category: Professionals
One Acre Fund is seeking a Strategy and Operations Associate to support cross-functional projects while working closely with senior leadership and the CEO’s office.
The position focuses on operational coordination, strategic execution, and project leadership.
Key duties include:
- Leading strategic and operational projects
- Coordinating initiatives across multiple teams
- Supporting organizational planning activities
- Working closely with senior leadership
- Supporting project implementation and execution
- Conducting strategic analysis and reporting
- Driving operational improvements
- Supporting organizational effectiveness initiatives
The organization is looking for candidates with more than three years of experience in strategy and operations.
11. Value Chain Strategy Lead (Fixed-Term)
Location: Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda
Category: Professionals
This position focuses on supporting the growth of market access business units serving smallholder farmers.
The role requires strong analytical and entrepreneurial capabilities.
Responsibilities include:
- Analyzing market access business performance
- Supporting strategic growth initiatives
- Conducting market and operational analysis
- Identifying business expansion opportunities
- Supporting value chain development activities
- Collaborating with multiple business units
- Supporting farmer-centered market solutions
- Contributing to operational and strategic planning
The organization is seeking professionals with more than five years of relevant experience.
12. Tupande Audit Lead
Location: Kenya
Category: Professionals
One Acre Fund is recruiting an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to oversee internal audit activities in Kenya.
The role focuses on strengthening governance, accountability, risk management, and compliance systems.
Key duties include:
- Leading internal audit activities and reviews
- Conducting risk assessments and compliance audits
- Evaluating operational controls and governance processes
- Preparing audit findings and recommendations
- Supporting implementation of corrective actions
- Monitoring compliance with policies and procedures
- Collaborating with operational and leadership teams
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
The position is suitable for experienced audit professionals with strong internal controls expertise.
Application Process
Interested candidates can access full job descriptions and application details through the official One Acre Fund Careers Portal.
Applicants are encouraged to review the requirements and deadlines for each position before submitting applications.
