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Main Purpose:

• Showcase Bayer value propositions and train partners and smallholder farmers on the ground 
• Create demand for Bayer solutions via physical showcases and demos as well as support for digital channels
• Build Bayer and Dekalb brand value proposition in the region   
• Based: North West side of Rift Valley  

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Deliver the mission for the region together with the customer facing squad
• Jointly manage the regional P&L with the customer-facing team
• Ensure that the regional 90-day sales goals including budget are achieved
• Support to identify most strategic retailers in the area
• Co-develop annual regional sales and campaign plans for the region with the team
• Establish demand generation trials and events on the ground aligned with regional plan
• Conduct trainings and support VBAs and lead farmers
• Coordinate w. seasonal demand creation workforce and partners
• Identify business opportunities and develop strategies to capture them.
• Identify volume and market share gaps/trends and feed into regional strategy
• Keep track of competitors activities and market changes and feed back to supporting units

Key Working Relations:

• Cluster Commercial Lead
• Customer Facing Squad (incl. digital / customer interaction / …) / other regions
• Value Proposition Unit Support Squad
• ComOps Unit Support Squad
• Partnership KAM and Tender Liaison / (new business squad)
• Farmers, VBAs, Stakeholders, Channel & Business Partners

Qualifications & Competencies:

• University Degree in Agriculture, preferably in seed or crop protection
• Relevant experience in crop agronomy, seeds and pest control practices
• Solid technical knowledge of varied agricultural practices and agronomic practices and understanding of local market environment. 
• Demonstrate Bayer core competencies: Customer Focus, Drives Results, Values Differences, Manages Complexity, Collaboration, and Instills Trust.
• Ability to collaborate/communicate with and develop internal and external partnerships. 
• Ability to work well in smallholder farmer markets. 
• Highly motivated, creative, dynamic, and well organized. 
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili languages essential to facilitate communication at the official and ground levels
• Valid driving license – Class G (Motorcycle)

Job objective

As the Sales Manager - Veg, you will oversee day-to-day / Weekly operations of the Local sales team to ensure that operations are well run & that we have a dynamic Veg Local Sales Business. Improve standards and process management for sales and customer support activities to optimize sales reporting and quote to order practices. Develop operational standards and metrics to establish best in class customer support operations and ensure effectiveness of the customer management process. Drive Expo planning and brand image of the product with the clients.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Ensure that Clients are well managed, and action points are raised and implemented within the timeframe to ensure Client satisfaction.
• Ensure that the local sales team prepares planning for Orders to Packhouse, Delivery & Service level management.
• Visit the clients and ensure Planograms for product placement are in place to maximize sales.
• Assist with Client pricing formulations, communication, and changes.
• Ensure that each local sales team officer has a Key agenda for the Top 10 Clients and that on a monthly or quarterly basis we are achieving the sales targets set out.
• Coordinate NPD for New Clients
• Assist with Promotion planning and execution at client/ store levels.
• Assist with Planning for promotional materials and new Product Updates.
• Assist in planning for big promotions and coordinate with the field teams numbers of what is needed well in advance so that we can deliver.
• Ensure for new clients that on boarding forms are filled in, that orders are electronically placed via the portal or able to be electronically uploaded to the Veg manager.
• Conduct competitor reviews to analyze market trends and competition with a view to strategic positioning of prices and product placement.
• Expand upon existing developments from technical trials with a view to commercializing them into sales.
• Review trials being undertaken for developments, opportunities, and sales follow-up.
• Conduct follow-up and liaison for the company’s products and initiatives.
• Clearly communicate the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop new business with existing clients and/or identify areas of improvement to exceed sales quotas.
• Drive and train the Veg Local Sales team.
• Forecast and track key account metrics (e.g. Quarterly sales results and annual forecasts)
• Manage reporting for account status for weekly sales meeting.

Your profile

• Degree/Diploma in marketing/sales/Administration
• 5- 10 years’ experience in a similar post and knowledge of fresh produce would be beneficial.
• Experience in carrying out our market research and developing analysis, papers, surveys, and reports.
• Strong people management skills, with proven ability to manage a team to achieve their highest potential.
• Strong communication, presentation, and sales skills. Must be an excellent telephone and face-toface communicator. Confident and enthusiastic communicator essential.
• Able to demonstrate success and experience of managing accounts, achieving genuine sales development.
• A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance.
• Mature, credible, and comfortable in dealing with company executives at all levels.
• Keen for new experience, responsibility, and accountability.
• Able to get on with others and be a team-player. Motivates self and others to achieve team objectives.
• Must be skilled in using MS office, Outlook, Excel, Word, Internet, and email.
• Due to the nature of the business, must be able to work to tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment.

The Technical coordinator will be responsible but not limited to:

• Manage individual project teams (b)
• Coordinate execution of project work plan and field monitoring
• Provide regular updates and reporting to USDA on project progress under a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) project with CABI Africa.
• Lead on-ground implementation of agreed workplan including (a) coordination with AU-IAPSC, EAC, ECOWAS and SADC secretariates, local experts and respective departments/stakeholders, (b) design training programs and workshops and (c) support the M&E team in monitoring the project outcomes
• Lead the development and management of technical assistance projects and programmes and provide technical advice and training on the life cycle management of pesticides at the Continental, REC, and national levels
• Support the identification of existing and potential pesticide and MRL-related trade opportunities and barriers in Africa
• Support the development, implementation, and approval of continental guidelines for registration of plant protection products in Africa
• Support the development, operationalize and domestication of harmonized pesticide regulatory system in EAC, ECOWAS, and SADC
• Improve adoption of science-based pesticide regulatory systems and MRL setting in priority topics and regions throughout Africa.
• Support the design of the overarching technical strategy for the project
• Help to identify technical experts to meet project needs
• Design training approach, modules, and presentations for specific activities
• Provide technical feedback on invitations, agendas, papers emails, and funding
• Provide advice on pesticide policy and the implementation of regulatory processes for plant protection products, in particular, lower-risk products, including aligning regional and national regulations
• Work with public and private sector partners to identify appropriate lower-risk pest management products and practices for specific crop-pest combinations
• Support project proposal development activities for public and private-sector stakeholders in collaboration with CABI’s Project Development Group
• Synthesize and consolidate technical data into concise reports and presentations
• Provide support to write news items, blogs, technical notes and press releases in demonstrating the impact of CABI’s pesticide risk reduction work
• Adhere to CABI policies and procedures at the centre, including access to biodiversity, quarantine, HR and Health and Safety requirements, financial and project management procedures, risk management and Intellectual Property Rights.

ABOUT YOU:

• 12 years’ relevant professional working experience in the field of pesticide regulation, risk reduction and food safety
• Demonstrate experience in Pesticide residue data MRL generation
• Knowledge of Codex subsidiary bodies e.g JMPR and processes specific to Codex Committee on Pesticides Residues (CCPR) is a must Experience in working with Standard Setting International Organizations or Institutions and Regional Economics Communities
• Knowledge and understanding of instruments and mechanisms relevant to pesticides and chemicals management under different frameworks at the international, regional and / or national levels
• Knowledge and relevant experience related to policy analysis, policy formulation, implementation monitoring and enforcement, harmonisation of policies for pest and pesticides registration
• Experience in project management and in leading and managing cross-functional projects
• Experience in planning and delivering training to target audiences
• Demonstratable experience in preparation of clear, concise technical documents and reports in English and French

Qualifications and Language Skills

• PhD in Natural Sciences or Agriculture/Agronomy/ Food Safety or related field, in addition to 3 years of related experience post PhD qualification.
• A MSc degree in Natural Sciences or Agriculture/Agronomy/ Food Safety or related field will be considered if the candidate has 8 years of related experience post qualification.
• PRINCE2 project management qualifications/experience will be an added advantage
• Fluent in spoken and written English and French.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certification Coordinator to lead and manage sustainability certification and quality management systems for agricultural and agroforestry projects. The role requires expertise in certification processes, traceability, and sustainability practices, along with proficiency in GIS and remote sensing technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with local staff and relevant head office functions to ensure compliance with certification standards and optimize production systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee sustainability certification processes and quality management systems, such as Ecocert, GlobalGAP, and Fairtrade, ensuring compliance with relevant ISO standards. 
• Conduct analyses of existing supply chains and assess production potential for agricultural biomass, including its industrial applications.
• Designing and managing large-scale agricultural and agroforestry interventions and applying contract farming mechanisms or agro-industrial initiatives.
• Manage certification processes for production traceability, sustainability, and GHG emissions calculations.  Utilize GIS tools, such as ArcGIS or QGIS, for data visualization and mapping, with adequate training in remote sensing and related fields.
• Collaborate closely with local teams and head office functions to plan, schedule, and oversee work.

Key Qualifications:

• A degree in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Natural Sciences, or a related field.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role or field.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability certification processes and quality management systems (e.g., Ecocert, GlobalGAP, Fairtrade).
• Experience with agricultural and agroforestry production systems, contract farming, and agro-industrial initiatives.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and adequate training in GIS and remote sensing.
• Familiarity with GHG emissions calculations and sustainability traceability.
• Strong ability to manage and design large-scale agricultural projects.
• Fluency in English (knowledge of Italian is an added advantage).
• Candidates must be fully available to work in Nairobi, Kenya, and pass an interview with our client’s competent personnel for confirmation.

Job objective

• As the Deputy Production Manager – Avocado Orchard you will be responsible for the oversight of all activities within the Simba Avocado orchards concerning production and general maintenance of all Simba orchards.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• General plant hygiene, observe and monitor plant health for signs of stress, disease or pest incursion.
• Fertilization and pest control activities as agreed with your immediate senior manager
• The utilization, management and maintenance of the irrigation system, pest control equipment, field working tools etc
• Quality control of recovered yields, all works undertaken etc
• Training new techniques and methodologies like propping, pruning, weeding, mulching etc
• Establishment of a model avocado within the farm with a high-level management.
• Ensure that all labor in the section is effective and efficient and that all staff achieves the recommended daily tasks.
• Plan and forecast avocado gapping plants required, operations etc
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the orchard such as nursery management, transplanting, irrigation, fertilization, pest management and harvesting
• Ensure the orchard operations adhere to standards of all agricultural audit’s guidelines
• Maintain staff discipline and welfare in accordance with the company policy.
• Deeper agricultural knowledge of the avocado crop husbandry and seasons in East Africa
• In-depth understanding of the avocado husbandry practices.

Your profile

• Degree in Horticulture/ Agriculture or a related field.
• Over 5 years of direct hands-on experience in managing Avocado Orchards, including production, crop husbandry, irrigation, fertilization and pest control.
• Proven experience in identifying and controlling pests and diseases in crops, including the application of pesticides and other control measures.
• Deeper agricultural knowledge of the avocado crop husbandry and seasons in East Africa
• In-depth understanding of the avocado husbandry practices.
• Strong skills in planning and managing crop production schedules to meet market demands, including transplanting, and maintaining plant health.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and diverse agricultural environment.
• Ability to identify issues within the orchard, such as pest outbreaks and develop effective solutions.
• Strong reporting skills to prepare and submit detailed monthly reports
   

Responsibilities

Specific Duties include but are not limited to:

• Specialized research support for planning, coordination and implementation of research activities
• Conduct specialized research support for projects such as collecting, management and /or advanced analysis of research information with general guidance and supervision
• Specialized support for projects in collection, management and analysis of household and agricultural data (e.g. program survey tools, recruit and assist in the training of data collection staff, organize survey logistics, monitor quality of incoming data in real-time)
• Prepare data for analysis; build large datasets from multiple sources
• Analyze data using advanced econometric methods
• Contributes to proposal development and lead writing of project reports and outputs of small-scale activities
• Spearheads project reports writing and delivery of project outputs
• Leading the planning, coordination and implementation of project activities for small-scale research projects
• Assist in capacity building of stakeholders
• Coordinate, plan, implement project activities and support outreach activities
• Manage budget resources for implementation of project activities
• Create relationships, interact with and capacity build stakeholders
• Contribute to proposal development, technical inputs for projects, products, techniques, practices and methodologies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirement

• Master’s degree in economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics or closely related fields plus five years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of microeconomic theory and applied quantitative econometric methods
• Excellent knowledge of STATA
• Experience with other software packages such as R, Python, SurveyCTO
• Willingness and openness to learn and “think out of the box” 
• Excellent analytical mind that can interpret data and use it convincingly
• Makes decisions based on established research guidelines, considering different factors and possible outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task as needed, consistently meet deadlines and manage time well
• Broad and specialized knowledge of econometric methods, techniques and processes
• Experience supervising small teams, Decision-making experience for teams supervised
• Demonstrated professional level of attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Willingness to travel
• Previous experience with causal impact evaluations and experience with primary household survey data collection
• Familiarity with the literature on agricultural development, youth, nutrition and social protection
• Experience of coordination, project and event management would be a plus

Job objective

AAA Roses is the flower division within AAA Growers. At AAA Roses, we produce high quality rose stems for export. We supply a wide assortment of Roses all over the world everyday fresh. Quality is our key deliverable. A happy customer is our main goal at AAA Roses.

As a Farm Manager Chestnut Roses, you are overall responsible for the running of one of the rose production locations within the AAA Roses division. This means running the day-to-day operations. Also, we expect you to develop strategic goals to further the growth and increase the profits of Chestnut Roses as a location within the AAA Roses division. Greatness, Responsibility, Openness and Warmth are the values you live and work by.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations; accountable for ensuring we make the daily production targets as agreed within the AAA Roses Division.
• Design strategy and set goals for growth; think about future challenges and actions we need to take to overcome them to further grow revenue or profits.
• Maintain budgets and optimize expenses, make sure we stay within the budgets that have been agreed with the AAA Roses Division.
• Set policies and processes, ensure all processes are captured in policies and processes for all employees to access. Ensure we adjust procedures and policies are updated according to new developments.
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally. Employees are our biggest asset. Together with your team you are responsible to ensure that staff engagement and satisfaction is maintained. 

Your profile

• Graduate in Horticulture, Floriculture or Agriculture
• 7-10 years’ experience in a farm of the same capacity
• Excellent leadership skills and management skills
• Analytical mindset, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and team player facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office applications, particularly with Excel.
   

Job objective

At elite plants, we propagate high quality rose plants for both our internal organization as well as external Clients. A happy customer is our main goal at Elite plants. As a Farm Manager Elite plants, you are overall responsible for the running of elite plants as a company.

This means overseeing day to day operations as well as maintaining customer relationships. Also, we expect you to develop strategic goals to further the growth and increase the profits of elite plants as a company within the AAA group. Greatness, Responsibility, Openness and Warmth are the values you live and work by.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, accountable for orders as well as supply of good quality plants.
• Implement sustainable crop production practices to ensure optimal yield and quality
• Design strategy and set goals for growth; think about future challenges and actions we need to take to overcome them to further grow revenue or profits.
• Maintain budgets and optimize expenses, make sure we stay within the budgets that have been agreed with the AAA group.
• Set policies and processes, ensure all processes are captured in policies and processes for all employees to access. Ensure we adjust procedures and policies are updated according to new developments.
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally. Employees are, our biggest asset, you with your team are responsible that staff is engaged, and satisfaction is maintained. 

Your profile

• Graduate in Horticulture, Floriculture or Agriculture
• 7-10 years’ experience in a propagation unit in the same capacity
• Excellent leadership skills and management skills
• Analytical mindset, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and team player facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office applications, particularly with Excel.

Job Description
This position ensures the temple grounds reflect the beauty, cleanliness, and sacred nature of the temple experience. Maintain standards established by the First Presidency. Perform gardener/grounds keeping work, maintaining and caring for landscaped areas, sidewalks, driveways, building entrances, and other assigned areas. Resolve routine questions and problems and refer more complex issues to higher levels. May assist with seasonal displays.

Responsibilities

• Must be worthy of a Temple Recommend
• Mow lawns using hand and power mowers and maintains the original landscape plan by planting perennials, shrubs, and trees.  Water loans and garden areas.
• Trims and edges around walls, flower beds, and walks using hand clippers and power edging tools. May operate heavy tractors and other large power equipment to maintain landscape.
• Prune and shape shrubs and trees to provide optimum growth efficiency of plants and enhance beauty of grounds.
• Spray lawns, shrubs, and trees for disease, weed, and insect control, and perform regular fertilization as needed, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Responsible to see that all power equipment and machines are properly maintained.
• Provide guidance to volunteers in the maintenance of grounds.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Gardener.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ Certificate in Gardening & landscaping, agriculture, horticulture or any other related field.
• Two to Three years of experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, gardening, agriculture, landscape design.
• Knowledge of various plants and fertilizers.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently and with a team.

Role Purpose:

• The Crop System Agronomist will utilize their expertise in applied field research and agronomic sciences to provide technical execution of trials in selected geographies and Crops. 
• This includes execution of the field-testing program which utilizes Research and Development protocols to support key business drivers for all facets of business platforms that include Seed, Trait, Biologicals, Crop Protection, and digital agronomic solutions /tools. 
• Drive and enhance customer value of new technologies by identifying solutions for current technical needs with commercial portfolio. 
• Responsible for executing trials, data generation and knowledge transfer / education of the customer facing squads on new product and crop system recommendations to farmers.
• Duty Station: Eldoret or Nakuru

Key responsibilities and tasks:

• Accountable for the execution and localization of the market development positioning trials (MPTs) testing program under farmer conditions in order to validate the technologies and solutions: 
• Accountable for the implementation of field trial protocols, scientific trial designs and allocation of trial 
• treatments, trial site management and data collected / collation into trialing tools e.g. velocity
• Create customer pull by developing, positioning and/or testing new hybrids, CP programs, traits and/or systems.
• Responsible for building confidence and competence within the Customer Facing Squads by training on our new product portfolio, and agronomic information.  
• Be the agronomic expert for new commercial offerings in Seeds, Traits, Biologicals and Crop Protection in country.
• Responsible for the implementation stewardship and adhere to company polices ensuring all conditions of buffers, isolation zones, seed logs, harvest disposition  
• Responsible for the value proposition development of customized agronomic solutions for the key crops in area of responsibility to support sales and business growth targets.
• Integrate new products into agronomic programs and recommend adjustments to cropping systems.
• Lead in investigation of product performance issues raised by customers.
• Writing of relevant technical agronomic articles and product information brochures 
• Build and maintain relationship with researchers from academic and research institutions.
• Responsible for developing a development strategy for the area of responsibility.
• Accountable for utilization of trial budgets assigned to each project and prudent management of the same.
• Own delivery of country budgets through compelling value proposition for new launches, relaunches for Seeds, Traits and CP products range,

Key Working Relations:

• GTM Enablement Team
• Customer Facing Squads
• Breeding  
• Field solutions 
• Stewardship Liaison
• External stakeholders –academics, Consultants 
• Channel Partners

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• BSc Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in agricultural research. 
• Organizes and execute a high-quality assigned field research trial program
• Has relationships with and is recognized as a subject expert by internal and external stakeholder
• Good working knowledge of Crop Protection Industry and Seed Business   
• Excellent relationship and team skills
• Understanding of implications of actions on the achievement of BCS short term and long-term objectives.   
• Excellent organization and time management 
• Proactive partnership with customer Facing teams 
• Intermediate level of English speaking.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Hold a degree from a university recognized in Kenya (A master’s degree or higher academic qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage);
• Have at least ten (10) years knowledge, experience and a distinguished career in the field relevant to the portfolio of the department to which the person is applying for consideration;
• Possess general knowledge of the County Government and functions of the County Government;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the County goals, policies and developmental objectives;
• Demonstrate leadership and management capacity including knowledge of financial management and strategic people management skills; and
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.

Core Competencies

• Ability to portray and uphold national values and principles of good governance;
• Be a visionary result oriented strategic thinker;
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and
• Proactive and capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The County Chief Officer shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member for the administration of a county department. He/she shall keep the CECM informed on all-important activities and events connected with the respective department and seek advice and instructions from the CECM before taking decisions on important policy matters.

Specific duties and responsibilities shall include: –

• The Chief advisor to the CECM on policy issues and Chief Executive of the department;
• Responsible for overall supervision and performance of the department;
• Implementing government policies, strategic plan and County Integrated Development Plan for the department;
• Facilitating the achievement of the goals and objectives of government and intergovernmental programmes and projects and specifically vision 2030 and sector goals;
• Developing and implementing an effective Performance Management System;
• Ensuring efficient effective management and utilization of financial, human and other resources in the department and submitting regular reports as required from time to time;
• Promoting values and principles spelt out in Article 10 and 232 of the constitution of Kenya in the operations of the department;
• As the Authorised Officer, the officer is entrusted with the performance of specific responsibilities delegated to him/her;
• As the accounting officer, the officer is entrusted with the performance of such specific duties and responsibilities as delegated to him/her; and
• Performing any other business that the CEC may assign him/her from time to time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful incumbent will be responsible for driving and overseeing the growth of the regional crop protection business by executing a go-to-market strategy that ensures the development and expansion of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides for specific crops in the area. 

Duties will include the following: 

• Develop and defend BASF products and market share by achieving sales targets and implementing go-to-market strategies for key segments
• Responsible for planning, managing, and defending sales accounts while also representing BASF during sales events, trade shows, and external/internal customer meetings
• Monitor and report on market activities, competitors, trends threats, and market opportunities to ensure strategic decision-making
• Manage demonstration trials to generate more sales while maintaining a high level of technical competency with retailers
• Implement credit risk management for retailers as well as manage distributors and the entire route to market channel
• Create strong relationships with retailers and farmers as part of CRM efforts to maintain  customer loyalty
• Ensure adherence to all BASF guidelines and procedures in order to maintain compliance  standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Crop Protection, Agronomy, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Agriculture or related field 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in marketing, sales, technical, and business development preferably in Upper Central Rift
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the crop protection industry in Kenya 
• Strong skills in key account management and field/project management 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Self-driven and motivated with strong organizational abilities 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

As a Market Access Strategy and Operations Associate, you will be an essential part of the Kenya Tupande team and part of one of the largest social enterprises in Africa. You will contribute to the design and implementation of our market access program for current and new value chains with a focus on involving youth, fostering their growth, and ensuring their voices are heard. You will report directly to the Market Access Director.

Responsibilities

Develop new value chains: 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive market access strategy for one or more new value chains aimed at improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by facilitating their entry into markets. 
• This will include establishing strategic partnerships (e.g. with local buyers and processors) to create reliable market channels and building the capacity of farmers through training initiatives so that they can adhere to quality control measures.

Team management: 

• Recruit and mentor a team of market access employees (e.g. buyback officers), providing clear direction, setting goals, and conducting regular performance evaluations to ensure the team's success and to foster a collaborative work environment. 

Youth engagement strategy development:

• Develop a comprehensive youth engagement strategy aligned with market access program objectives. This includes Identifying youth outreach channels to reach out to potential youth participants in targeted value chains.
• Identify goals and important metrics for measuring the effectiveness of youth engagement efforts.

Youth empowerment and training:

• Design training programs that equip youth with the skills needed to participate in the market access program.

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:

• 5+ years of work experience in any of the following fields: agriculture, youth programming, rural development, project management, grant management
• Experience working on or managing rural development programs 
• A Bachelor’s degree. Post-graduate degree preferred. 
• Language: English and Swahili

Coordinate Implementation of Impact Strategy

• Lead annual impact goal-setting, aligned with our long-term impact strategy.
• Track progress against the impact strategy, annual goals, interim milestones, and other organizational indicators.  
• Coordination across Impact Division: Ensure fluid collaboration between technical support teams and operational teams through clear work planning and frequent communication.

Increase the reach of Impact leadership:

• Support Impact Director to free up 20% of time to focus on what’s most important.
• Conduct regular prioritization reviews with division leadership to ensure we’re focused on the right areas.
• Represent Impact Director internally in cross-department meetings or projects.  Be a “whip” to prepare for meetings or move complex projects forward.
• Represent Impact Director externally by following up on partnerships and early stage opportunities.  
• Take on direct management responsibilities from division leadership, as appropriate.
• Prepare work deliverables (email/memo drafts, concept notes, slide-decks, research).

Lead strategic Initiatives

• Lead high-priority research or operational initiatives. Specific projects will depend on your background and interests, organizational priorities, team bandwidth, and timing. 
• For example, you may: lead an impact-focused internal campaign; research a new technology or partnership; launch team-building and culture initiatives; improve impact communications or Q&A forums; temporarily fill critical leadership gaps; support recruitment and onboarding.

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, we are seeking an impact-oriented professional with 6+ years of relevant work experience, with at least 2 years of experience in management roles that required strategic leadership experience. Candidates who fit the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

Passion for enabling others to succeed

• Genuine passion for sustainably improving farmer livelihoods.
• Motivated by helping others.  This role isn’t about individual achievements but about supporting teams across One Acre Fund to achieve our common mission.

Ag/Development Research Skillset

• University (or higher) degree in Agriculture or a related field (e.g. Ecology, Environmental Science).
• Proficiency in Excel (maintaining complex spreadsheets) required. Experience with study design and analysis preferred.
• Enthusiasm for learning and an openness to new ideas.

Collaborative Leadership

• Proficient in understanding the motivations and capacities of people from diverse backgrounds to bring them together to collaborate effectively.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication across a wide range of audiences - from non-technically-trained colleagues to external experts.  
• Demonstrated leadership experience, whether at work or outside of formal employment.

Productivity

• Demonstrated project management skills and an ability to move multiple complex projects towards concrete outcomes.
• Systematic thinker, able to track dozens of diverse tasks and initiatives.
• Insistence on high quality outputs, practical design, and efficiency.

Other requirements

• English required.  Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, or French a plus.
• Willingness to travel within East Africa