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Exciting opportunity to lead the research and development efforts of One Acre Fund, a dynamic organization improving the productivity of over a million smallholder farmers.
Overview
Salary No salary declared 😔
Location Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia - Hybrid
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
One Acre Fund was established in 2006 to supply 1 million smallholder farmers with effective farm supplies and agricultural training to significantly increase productivity. Our team of over 8,000 diverse professionals operates in six African countries, helping farmers thrive.
Role Summary
- Lead all Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) functions within the organization.
- Develop large teams, implement robust studies in rural areas, and effectively communicate results.
- Report to the Global Impact Director at One Acre Fund.
Role Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in relevant field.
- 7+ years of experience in the evaluation field and in a quantitative field.
- Experience working in multicultural workplaces in developing countries.
- Familiarity with statistical software packages such as STATA or R.
- Prior experience managing teams across different geographies.
Application Process Details
- One Acre fund can provide a work permit for this role.
- Nationals of our countries of operation or those with an extensive professional background and work history in these countries are preferred.
About One Acre Fund Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers' homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.
The Role We are seeking a dynamic research and evaluation leader with proven experience implementing robust studies in rural areas, developing large teams, and communicating results effectively. The Global Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Director will lead all MEL functions in the organization and be an important member of organizational leadership. You will report to the Global Impact Director at One Acre Fund.
Job Requirements We are seeking exceptional candidates with 7+ years of experience in the evaluation field, in a developing country context, and preferably in programs which address rural livelihoods. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply: Master's degree or higher in agriculture, economics, demography, statistics, mathematics or a related field 7+ years experience in monitoring and evaluating of complex programs 7+ years experience in a quantitative field (economics, agricultural/development economics, statistics, biostatistics, nutrition, applied sociology, anthropology, or other relevant field) with significant training in quantitative methods. 5+ years of experience managing teams and developing leaders across different geographies Familiarity with one or more statistical software packages, including STATA or R Experience working in a multicultural workplace in a developing country.
Benefits Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.
Application Details One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred. Application Deadline 30 June 2025.
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.
