One Acre Fund, a leading international organization focused on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Africa, is currently recruiting for several strategic roles in Kenya. These opportunities span multiple departments including monitoring and evaluation, supply chain compliance, hygiene operations, strategy and executive support, internal audit, and leadership development.
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund works to empower smallholder farmers by providing access to high-quality agricultural inputs, financing solutions, training, and market support. Through its innovative programs and strong operational infrastructure, the organization has expanded across several African countries, serving millions of farmers who rely on agriculture for their income and food security.
In Kenya, One Acre Fund operates under the Tupande brand, delivering integrated agricultural services to farmers through field teams, supply chain networks, and technology-driven systems. The organization employs thousands of staff across multiple counties and regional offices, with core functions ranging from logistics and procurement to data analytics, farmer training, and operational management.
As the organization continues to expand its impact, One Acre Fund is seeking qualified professionals to join its Kenya team in several key roles. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute to agricultural development, operational excellence, and innovative solutions that support sustainable rural livelihoods.
The following positions are currently open.
- Tupande Hygiene Supervisor (Fixed-Term)
Location: Ruiru, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund – Tupande Program
The Tupande Hygiene Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of sanitation, safety, and hygiene across Tupande operational facilities. The position supports the organization’s commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and compliant working environments across warehouses, distribution centers, and operational offices.
The role involves overseeing hygiene protocols, supervising cleaning and sanitation teams, ensuring compliance with organizational hygiene standards, and implementing sanitation procedures aligned with operational health and safety requirements.
The Tupande Hygiene Supervisor works closely with facility management teams, logistics personnel, and operational leadership to ensure that hygiene and sanitation practices are consistently maintained and monitored across all relevant operational areas.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise the implementation of hygiene and sanitation protocols across Tupande facilities and operational sites.
• Monitor the cleanliness and sanitation of warehouses, storage areas, office spaces, and distribution facilities.
• Oversee daily cleaning schedules and ensure sanitation tasks are completed according to established procedures.
• Supervise hygiene personnel and cleaning teams to ensure high standards of workplace hygiene.
• Conduct regular hygiene inspections and identify areas requiring improvement or corrective action.
• Maintain records of sanitation activities, inspection reports, and hygiene compliance documentation.
• Coordinate the procurement and management of hygiene supplies such as cleaning materials, disinfectants, and sanitation equipment.
• Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety policies related to sanitation and facility cleanliness.
• Provide training and guidance to operational staff on hygiene practices and sanitation standards.
• Work closely with warehouse and operations teams to ensure hygiene compliance during product handling and storage.
• Monitor waste management procedures and ensure proper disposal of waste materials in line with environmental guidelines.
• Support internal audits and inspections related to facility hygiene and sanitation standards.
This role is essential in ensuring safe operational environments while supporting the organization’s commitment to operational excellence and staff well-being.
- Tupande Audit Lead
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund – Tupande Program
The Tupande Audit Lead is responsible for overseeing internal audit processes within the Tupande program in Kenya. The role focuses on ensuring strong financial controls, operational transparency, and accountability across program activities.
This position works closely with program leadership, finance teams, and operational departments to assess internal controls, identify risks, and ensure that financial and operational systems comply with organizational policies and international audit standards.
The Audit Lead also supports the strengthening of governance frameworks and contributes to continuous improvement of financial and operational processes within the Tupande program.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the planning and execution of internal audits across Tupande operations.
• Evaluate financial systems, operational procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks within the program and propose mitigation strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Review financial transactions, procurement procedures, and operational expenditures to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Provide recommendations for improving internal control systems and operational processes.
• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to address audit findings and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and action plans.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations across departments.
• Support investigations related to suspected fraud, financial irregularities, or compliance issues.
• Strengthen audit frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability across Tupande operations.
• Liaise with external auditors and support external audit processes where required.
The Tupande Audit Lead plays a vital role in strengthening institutional governance and ensuring the integrity of program operations.
- Tupande MEL Manager
Location: Kakamega County, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund – Tupande Program
The Tupande Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Manager is responsible for leading the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems within the Tupande program.
The role supports evidence-based program management by ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, reporting, and program learning. The MEL Manager works closely with program teams, field operations, and data analysts to track performance metrics and assess the effectiveness of program interventions.
This position contributes to improving program outcomes by strengthening data-driven decision-making and facilitating organizational learning.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for the Tupande program.
• Design data collection systems to track program performance and operational indicators.
• Oversee field data collection processes and ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Analyze program data to generate insights that support program improvement.
• Develop dashboards and reporting systems to track key performance indicators.
• Provide analytical support to program teams and leadership.
• Facilitate program learning through evaluation studies, research initiatives, and impact assessments.
• Support the development of surveys, baseline studies, and program evaluations.
• Coordinate the preparation of monitoring and evaluation reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Train program staff on monitoring, evaluation, and data management processes.
• Ensure alignment between MEL systems and organizational strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate learning insights into program planning.
The MEL Manager plays a central role in ensuring that program activities generate measurable impact and contribute to continuous improvement across the organization.
- Manager Development Lead (Fixed-Term)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund
The Manager Development Lead supports the design and implementation of leadership development initiatives across the organization. This role focuses on strengthening managerial capacity, supporting leadership growth, and enhancing organizational performance through structured development programs.
The position works closely with human resources teams, senior leadership, and program managers to identify leadership development needs and implement programs that strengthen management effectiveness across departments.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement leadership development programs for managers across the organization.
• Support capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening managerial skills and leadership effectiveness.
• Develop training programs that support professional development and management excellence.
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and leadership learning programs.
• Collaborate with HR teams to identify management capability gaps and development needs.
• Develop learning materials and training resources for management development initiatives.
• Support the implementation of leadership coaching and mentorship programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of management development programs.
• Provide guidance to managers on leadership practices and team management strategies.
• Coordinate leadership development initiatives across multiple departments and regions.
• Support organizational talent development strategies and succession planning efforts.
• Contribute to strengthening organizational culture and leadership capacity.
This role contributes to building strong leadership pipelines within the organization while supporting long-term organizational growth.
- Strategy & Operations Associate – Office of the CEO (Renewable)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund
The Strategy and Operations Associate works within the Office of the CEO, supporting strategic initiatives and operational coordination across the organization. The role provides analytical, operational, and project management support to executive leadership.
This position plays a key role in helping translate strategic priorities into operational initiatives and ensuring alignment between leadership decisions and program implementation.
Key Responsibilities
• Support strategic planning processes and assist in the implementation of organizational priorities.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform executive decision-making.
• Support cross-functional coordination between departments and leadership teams.
• Assist in tracking organizational performance indicators and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials for executive leadership.
• Coordinate strategic projects and support project implementation across teams.
• Monitor progress on key organizational initiatives and identify operational challenges.
• Facilitate communication between executive leadership and operational teams.
• Support operational planning and program coordination activities.
• Contribute to strategic analysis, scenario planning, and organizational development initiatives.
• Assist in preparing leadership updates, reports, and strategic insights.
The Strategy and Operations Associate plays an important role in supporting executive leadership while ensuring organizational strategy is translated into operational outcomes.
- Global Supply Chain Compliance & Controls Specialist
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Organization: One Acre Fund
The Global Supply Chain Compliance and Controls Specialist supports the development and implementation of compliance frameworks within the organization’s supply chain operations.
This role focuses on strengthening internal controls, improving supply chain governance, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements across procurement and logistics operations.
The position works closely with supply chain teams, finance departments, and operational leadership to ensure transparent, efficient, and compliant supply chain processes.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and strengthen internal control systems across supply chain operations.
• Monitor compliance with procurement policies and supply chain procedures.
• Conduct reviews and assessments of supply chain processes to identify risks and inefficiencies.
• Support the development of compliance frameworks and operational guidelines.
• Analyze procurement and logistics data to identify compliance risks.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Support internal and external supply chain audits.
• Develop documentation and reporting systems related to supply chain compliance.
• Monitor adherence to supplier management and procurement standards.
• Support investigations related to supply chain compliance issues.
• Provide training to staff on compliance procedures and supply chain controls.
• Strengthen governance and accountability across global supply chain operations.
This role contributes to maintaining operational integrity and transparency across the organization’s procurement and logistics functions.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official One Acre Fund careers portal where full job details and application instructions are available.
