Applications Administrator
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Seeking a skilled IT Professional to manage software assets, support change and vulnerability management, and enhance application security through IAM initiatives. Collaborate across teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks.LocationKenya, RwandaCareer LevelProfessionalsApply now
About One Acre Fund
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips more than 4 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa’s farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agriultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase her income and assets on supported land by more than 40 percent, while permanently improving her climate resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 8,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.
About the Role
You will ensure that applications are inventoried and tracked for cost-efficiency & security risk mitigations. We ask that you have technical expertise, cross-country collaboration. You will be a part of Infrastructure team within ITO and will report directly to the Applications Manager. This role is based in any OAF country of operation and is hybrid.
Responsibilities
Software Asset Management
- Update the inventory of all OAF applications in the Software Asset Management Repository.
- Ensure that the application repository remains up-to-date by conducting regular audits and data cleanups.
- Assist in tracking software licenses and usage, supporting the identification of underutilized or redundant software.
Change Management
- Act as a point of contact for change management initiatives within the ITO teams.
- Ensure alignment with organizational standards for Change Management and support the smooth implementation of new processes, software, and infrastructure changes.
Vulnerability Management
- Track and coordinate the closure of ITO application-related vulnerabilities, working closely with the Systems, Network, Endpoints, CITO & Information Security teams.
- Regularly monitor vulnerability scanning reports and help prioritize critical
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Support Identity and Access Management initiatives;
- Support user onboarding and offboarding tasks related to application access and license usage for non-service desk-managed applications
- Improve application security by helping implement 2FA & SSO integrations.
- Aid in access reviews for critical and high-priority applications.
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:
- 3 years of experience in an IT related field.
- Knowledge in:
- IT asset management with basis in Software Lifecycle management
- IT change management practices
- Well-versed in Vulnerabilities and Patch management
- Basic familiarity with organizational Technology Policy and Baselines
- Conversant with IT Service Management tools such as Jira
- Skills:
- Certifications: ITILv4 Foundations, SC-300/900
- Data Analysis using Google Sheets, or other statistical software
- Great Stakeholder management skills
- Problem identification and solving skills
- Good project management skills
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Nairobi, Kakamega – Kenya or Kigali, Rwanda
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya and Rwanda.
Application Deadline
01 June 2025.Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.
One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here ([email protected]), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
