About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.

About the Role

Seeking an exceptional professional to lead procurement operations to source effectively and save money for the program, reinforce controls, build team capacity, and drive execution excellence in our procurement operations.

Responsibilities

Lead & Develop a High-Performing Procurement Team

• Manage, coach, and develop a multi-level procurement team, setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable for results.
• Identify skill gaps and support continuous professional development.

Deliver Efficient, Cost-Effective Procurement Execution

• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services that meet specifications, quality standards, and cost targets.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and documentation across all systems.
• Coordinate quality assurance activities and ensure adherence to best procurement practices.

Drive Cost Savings & Strategic Procurement Initiatives

• Lead and support strategic projects aimed at reducing costs and improving procurement efficiency.
• Partner with internal teams to optimise spend, consolidate demand, and improve purchasing decisions.
• Support strategic sourcing and supplier optimisation initiatives.

Strengthen Procurement Processes, Controls & Compliance

• Review and improve procurement processes, policies, and systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and customer service.
• Implement standardised practices that reduce risk, save time, and improve value for money.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and procurement governance requirements.

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 a related field.
• People management experience required.
• Project management experience is desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Logistics Management, or related field.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Ethiopia, Zambia, Nigeria, Malawi and Democratic Republic of Congo.

Application Deadline

31 July 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding. 

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Finance function at ALU is focused on building a disciplined, scalable operating model across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Payroll, and FP&A, supporting a multi-entity, multi-country institution.

The Senior Accountant role sits within the core finance structure, at the intersection of Treasury and Accounting. It is responsible for ensuring effective cash management, payment execution, and financial control, while supporting the integrity of financial records and reporting.

Working closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and FP&A, the role plays a key part in maintaining liquidity, enabling smooth day-to-day operations, and supporting the broader finance team in delivering accurate and timely financial information.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Accountant - Treasury is a core execution and control role within the finance function.

This role is responsible for day-to-day treasury operations, cash management, and bank control, while supporting broader accounting and month-end close processes.

This is a hands-on operator role, requiring strong attention to detail, ownership, and the ability to work across fragmented systems and incomplete data environments. This role will be the anchor for treasury execution, bank integrity, and cash control across the institution. The role sits at the intersection of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury, ensuring that cash positions are accurate, reconciled, and actionable on a daily basis. 

You will play a critical role in:

• Establishing cash visibility and control
• Driving bank and wallet reconciliations to completion
• Supporting payment execution discipline
• Anchoring month-end close 

As the function matures, this role will take on ownership of core accounting areas (intercompany, tax support, and balance sheet), contribute directly to month-end close, and assume responsibility for reporting across selected entities/subsidiaries. 

This role reports directly to the Finance Operations Director (FOD) and operates under the oversight of the VP Finance (VPF). This role has one reportee, the Treasury & Compliance Coordinator.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Treasury Operations Ownership & Cash Control 

• Own the end-to-end integrity, visibility, and control of cash across all ALU entities, accounts, and payment channels
• Define and enforce treasury operating standards, including:
• Daily cash visibility requirements
• Reconciliation timelines and ageing thresholds
• Payment execution protocols
• Review and validate daily cash position reports prepared by the Treasury & Compliance Coordinator
• Provide forward-looking cash insights, including:
• Liquidity constraints
• Funding gaps
• Timing mismatches between collections and disbursements
• Act as the central point of coordination for cash impact across functions:
• Accounts Payable: payment readiness
• Accounts Receivable: collections and cash application
• Payroll: salary and statutory disbursements
• FP&A: cash forecasting and reporting
• Ensure all teams operate against a single, aligned cash position

2. Oversight of Payment Execution

• Oversee execution of all treasury activities performed by the Treasury & Compliance Coordinator, including:
• Payment processing (across all ALU jurisdictions)
• Bank platform activity
• Cash monitoring
• Validate payment batches prior to release, ensuring:
• Proper approvals
• Complete documentation
• Alignment with cash availability
• Enforce discipline across bi-monthly payment cycles (15th and month-end)
• Validate payment batches against supporting documentation and approvals
• Act as control gatekeeper, flagging:
• Out-of-process spend
• Policy breaches
• Payment prioritisation issues 
• Ensure full traceability and audit ready documentation

3. Bank, Wallet & Reconciliation Control

• Own end-to-end bank reconciliations across all entities and accounts. Emphasis on the accuracy and completeness of all reconciliations across:
• Bank accounts
• Mobile money / card channels
• Intermediary payment platforms
• Review reconciliations prepared by the Treasury & Coordinator and:
• Challenge unreconciled items
• Enforce timely resolution
• Approve final balances for reporting and close
• Drive clearance of historical reconciliation backlogs
• Ensure all balances tie to NetSuite GL and supporting schedules
• Escalate systemic issues (data gaps, integration issues, timing breaks)

4. Month-End Close – Treasury Integration

• Own treasury deliverables within the month-end close process, ensuring:
• All bank accounts are reconciled and signed off
• Cash balances tie accurately to the general ledger
• Cut-off is properly applied to receipts and payments
• Review and approve:
• Cash schedules
• Bank reconciliations
• Payment cut-off reports
• Coordinate with FP&A and reporting teams to ensure accurate cash representation in management accounts
• Support preparation of cash and liquidity reporting for management accounts
• Progressively take ownership of:
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Journal entries (cash, accruals, prepayments, intercompany)
• Support preparation of cash and liquidity reporting for management accounts
• Progressively take ownership of:

5. Intercompany Accounting & Balance Sheet Integrity

• Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations across ALU entities
• Ensure timely and accurate balances for consolidation and reporting
• Investigate and resolve intercompany mismatches
• Maintain clean, auditable supporting schedules for key balance sheet accounts

6. Tax & Compliance Oversight

• Oversee preparation of tax schedules and statutory obligations (VAT, WHT, CIT support) prepared by the Treasury & Compliance Coordinator 
• Prepare annual tax computations and supporting schedules 
• Support statutory filings and external audits with required documentation
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance readiness
• Maintain organised documentation for all tax-related processes

7. Entity / Subsidiary Reporting 

• Take ownership of financial reporting for assigned entities/subsidiaries
• Ensure completeness and integrity of:
• Trial balance
• Balance sheet
• Supporting schedules
• Support consolidation readiness and reporting accuracy
• Statutory audits
• Donor audits

Tools & systems

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4–6 years of experience in accounting or treasury roles
• Strong experience in:
• Liquidity management and cash control
• Payment processing and treasury operations
• Month-end close processes
• Experience working with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and control
• Strong grounding in financial accounting and reporting principles
• High attention to detail with a focus on data integrity, controls, and completeness
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to enforce deadlines and challenge slippage constructively

OTHER COMPETENCIES

Preferred

• Experience in multi-entity / multi-currency environments
• Exposure to intercompany accounting and consolidation processes
• Experience supporting tax computations and statutory processes
• Background in audit or structured accounting environments, with significant exposure to financial close and reporting processes
• Experience in education, non-profit, or international organisations

Personal Attributes

• Ownership mindset: Takes full accountability for cash integrity, reconciliations, and outputs end-to-end..
• Control-oriented: Naturally focused on accuracy, completeness, and auditability; builds and enforces strong financial controls.
• Attention to detail: Operates with precision in cash-sensitive environments; identifies and resolves discrepancies proactively.
• Structured and disciplined: Brings order to fragmented processes; enforces timelines, standards, and consistency across workflows.
• Execution-driven: Delivers reliably in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments (e.g., payment cycles, month-end close).
• Analytical and problem-solving: Able to interpret financial data, investigate variances, and resolve complex reconciliation or cash flow issues.
• Strong judgement: Makes sound decisions on payment prioritisation, risk escalation, and control exceptions.
• Leadership through oversight: Effectively manages and develops junior team members; reviews, challenges, and elevates output quality.
• Collaborative and cross-functional: Works effectively across AP, AR, Payroll, and FP&A; aligns teams around a single cash view.
• Clear communicator: Communicates financial issues, risks, and insights clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Integrity and accountability: Trusted to operate in a high-risk, cash-intensive environment with strong ethical standards.
• Adaptable and resilient: Comfortable operating in a rebuilding environment; able to navigate ambiguity and evolving structures.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE TEAM 

The Senior Financial Analyst brings business acumen and commercial judgment to the Financial Performance & Reporting team. This senior analyst owns the topline revenue intelligence function, tracking, interpreting, and communicating student revenue performance, collections trends, and financial outcomes to institutional leaders. Working under the Associate Director of Financial Performance & Reporting, you will transform reconciled data into performance narratives, manage the donor and grant reporting relationship, and serve as a thought partner to academic and operational stakeholders.

This is a role for a finance professional with strong business instincts, excellent communication skills, and the ability to comfortably sit at the intersection of numbers and strategy. You make the data mean something to the people who need to act on it.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Topline Revenue Performance Management

• Own the monthly revenue performance reporting cycle: student fee revenue, collections rates, discount trends, deferred income movements, and receivables ageing.
• Develop and maintain revenue intelligence dashboards tailored to senior management and Board audiences — translating complex data into clear performance narratives.
• Track and analyse student cohort revenue trends, segmented by programme, campus, scholarship status, and payment modality.
• Identify revenue risks and opportunities (collection gaps, billing anomalies, discount leakage) and present actionable recommendations to the Associate Director and VPF.
• Monitor and report on collections performance against targets; provide weekly/monthly collections summaries to the Finance Operations team and leadership.
• Partner with the Registrar and Enrolment teams to align financial forecasts with academic and student data, ensuring one coherent revenue picture.

Management Reporting & Financial Performance Analysis

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts commentary and quarterly Board financial packs — ensuring narrative clarity, actionable insights, and variance explanations.
• Conduct variance analysis and trend identification across revenue and expenditure lines; develop and present narratives for senior management and Board reporting.
• Reconcile statutory financial statements with management accounts to ensure consistency between compliance reporting and internal performance data.
• Support the Associate Director in preparing forward-looking analysis: investment cases, cost optimisation opportunities, and resource allocation recommendations.
• Produce ad-hoc financial analysis and scenario modelling to inform strategic decisions, new programme launches, and funding proposals.

Donor & Grant Reporting

• Own donor financial reporting end-to-end: prepare accurate, timely donor reports, ensuring transparency on fund receipt, allocation, and utilisation.
• Partner with the Fundraising and Programme teams to track fund collections, expenses, and budget vs actuals per grant — reconciling financial records with donor commitments.
• Develop new programme budgets for grant applications in collaboration with the Fundraising team, aligned with ALU's strategy and chart of accounts.
• Review draft financial reports from the Data Analyst, add narrative and context, and finalise for submission under the Associate Director's oversight.
• Serve as the relationship interface between the Finance team and Fundraising/Programme teams on grant compliance matters.

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Co-lead the annual budgeting cycle with the Associate Director: facilitated departmental submissions, challenged assumptions, and consolidated institutional forecasts.
• Maintain rolling revenue forecasts, integrating enrolment projections, collections assumptions, and pricing changes into forward-looking models.
• Support sensitivity analysis and long-term sustainability modelling, contributing business judgment to technical models built by the Data Analyst.
• Translate strategic priorities into financial targets and contribute to the institutional performance framework.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a thought partner to academic and operational leaders on financial performance, surfacing risks and improvement opportunities in plain language.
• Support in preparing Board and ExCo financial presentations, ensuring data accuracy, visual clarity, and strategic framing.
• Partner with the Business Planning & Transformation teams to integrate financial KPIs into institutional performance dashboards and planning cycles.
• Collaborate with the Finance Operations Director (FOD) to ensure smooth handoffs between operational transactions and management reporting.
• Support external stakeholder reporting (Board, regulators, donors) with validated data and clear analysis.

Tools & systems

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in financial management, FP&A, or management reporting — with demonstrated business partnering experience.
• Strong financial reporting and analysis skills: variance analysis, management accounts, Board reporting.
• Experience working with revenue-generating operations: student fees, subscriptions, project-based income, or equivalent.
• An excellent written and verbal communication applicant needs to be able to translate financial complexity into clear narratives for non-finance audiences.
• Experience managing donor or grant financial reporting, including budget vs actuals and utilisation tracking.
• Strong grounding in financial accounting and reporting principles, with the ability to challenge and validate underlying numbers
• Prior experience in audit (Big Four preferred) or a role with significant exposure to financial close and reporting processes
• Demonstrated experience supporting or owning month-end close processes in a structured environment
• High attention to detail with a focus on data integrity, controls, and completeness
• Ability to operate across both analytical (FP&A) and control/reporting environments
• Comfortable working with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and large datasets, with an understanding of how transactions flow into reporting
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to enforce deadlines and challenge slippage constructively

OTHER COMPETENCIES

Desirable qualifications

• Experience in education, non-profit, or international development financial environments.
• Familiarity with Salesforce for revenue and pipeline tracking.
• Exposure to institutional performance frameworks, KPI design, and balanced scorecard approaches.
• Understanding of revenue recognition principles, deferred income, and student receivables accounting.
• Power BI or data visualisation tool experience (consuming dashboards and shaping requirements).

Personal Attributes

• Commercial and strategic thinker: connects financial data to institutional outcomes and business decisions.
• Exceptional communicator: writes and speaks with clarity and precision for executive audiences.
• Relationship builder: trusted by academic and operational leaders as a credible finance partner.
• Ownership mindset: takes accountability for the quality and timeliness of reporting outputs.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and foundational work: able to build structure in a function that is still being established.

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Venture Analyst & Coach supports the development, assessment, and performance tracking of student-led ventures across ALU’s Student Ventures Program (SVP). The role
focuses on venture screening, founder coaching, post-funding monitoring, and data-driven decision-making to ensure founders progress responsibly and funding is deployed effectively. This role sits at the intersection of venture analysis, founder support, and accountability, ensuring that promising ventures are supported while risks are identified early and managed appropriately.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Venture Screening & Assessment (Core Function)

• Support the review and screening of applications for SVP programs, including Ventures Lab, ScaleUp Lab, and thematic accelerators.
• Assess ventures using defined evaluation criteria, rubrics, and data room reviews.
• Provide written assessments and recommendations to support selection, rejection, or conditional progression decisions.
• Flag inconsistencies, gaps, or risk indicators in venture submissions and founder claims.

Founder Coaching & Venture Support

• Provide hands-on coaching to founders across venture development, traction, execution, and operational readiness.
• Support founders in building and improving data rooms, financial models, traction plans, and pitch materials.
• Conduct structured progress reviews and milestone check-ins with assigned ventures.
• Escalate risks, underperformance, or integrity concerns to the Senior SVP Associate where necessary.

Post-Funding Support & Monitoring

• Support funded ventures through post-grant monitoring, KPI tracking, and milestone verification.
• Assist with tranche-based disbursement tracking in line with signed MOUs and funding annexes.
• Review progress reports and supporting evidence submitted by founders prior to tranche releases.
• Identify discrepancies between reported progress and observable outcomes.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Collect, analyse, and maintain venture performance data including traction, revenue, user growth, and operational milestones.
• Prepare internal summaries and reports to support funding, continuation, or termination decisions.
• Support longitudinal tracking of venture outcomes post-program.

Administrative & Cross-Functional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate venture records, documentation, and reporting folders.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Program teams on disbursements and compliance.
• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Senior SVP Associate or C4E Manager.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship,Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience supporting, analysing, or working with early-stage ventures or startups.
• Experience with venture analysis, consulting, investment, or accelerator programs is an advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Venture &Analytical Competencies

• Strong understanding of startup lifecycles, traction metrics, MVP validation, and execution risk.
• Ability to analyse financials, KPIs, and founder reports critically and objectively.

Coaching & Communication

• Ability to coach founders constructively while maintaining accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for feedback and reporting.

Operational & Judgment Skills

• High attention to detail and integrity in assessment and decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple ventures simultaneously under tight timelines.

Professional Attributes

• High integrity, sound judgment, and comfort handling sensitive issues.
• Calm, objective, and solutions-oriented.

ROLE OUTCOMES / SUCCESS INDICATORS.

• High-quality, evidence-based venture assessments.
• Improved accuracy and reliability of founder reporting.
• Reduced funding risk through early detection of underperformance or misuse.
• Strong founder satisfaction balanced with accountability.
• Clear, timely reporting to leadership and finance.

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The SVP Associate plays a central role in supporting ALU’s student entrepreneurs. The role focuses on developing, managing, and improving the end-to-end student venture support
pipeline, from venture discovery and incubation to mentorship, funding preparation, and post-program tracking. This role ensures that ALU’s Student Ventures Program builds high-
quality founders, accelerates promising startups, and maintains strong engagement across the ALU entrepreneurial ecosystem.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Operations & Coordination (Core Function)

• Support planning, coordination, and delivery of SVP activities, events, and learning sessions.
• Manage day-to-day operations for student founder cohorts, ensuring a smooth weekly program experience.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, reports, attendance logs, and compliance records.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, masterclasses, pitch days, and mentorship sessions.

Founder Support & Venture Development:

• Serve as the primary contact point for student founders within SVP.
• Conduct venture check-ins: reviewing progress, identifying barriers, escalating red flags. Provide guidance on product development, customer discovery, business strategy, and traction milestones. 
• Support ventures in building high-quality data rooms, pitch decks, business models, and traction plans.
• Prepare founders for demo days, pitch sessions, and investment readiness checkpoints.

Mentorship Program Management:

• Identify, onboard, and support mentors working with SVP ventures.
• Match mentors to founders based on identified needs and expertise.
• Track mentorship engagements, outcomes, and follow-up actions.
• Ensure mentors have the materials needed (pitch decks, summaries, documents).

Events & Ecosystem Engagement:

• Assist in planning and executing entrepreneurship events including GEW, founder showcases, hackathons, and networking events.
• Represent CEL in ALU-wide events and collaborations.
• Support outreach to ecosystem partners, industry experts, accelerators, and investors.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:

• Collect and analyse venture performance data, traction, revenue, milestones, mentor feedback, needs assessments.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports for internal leadership.
• Track long-term founder progress

Administrative & Cross-Functional Responsibilities:

• Respond to founder email queries, Slack communication, and program support requests on time.
• Support in maintaining CEL databases, folders, and document repositories.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Marketing, E-Lab, Careers, and Academic teams when needed.
• Ensure compliance with ALU policies, safeguarding procedures, and program standards.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Management, Innovation, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating entrepreneurship programs, running ventures, or startup ecosystem involvement.
• Experience building or supporting early-stage ventures (preferred).

Entrepreneurial Competencies:

• Understanding of startup life cycles, MVP development, traction building, and market research.
• Ability to assess venture quality and identify gaps and risks.
• Communication &Facilitation: Ability to facilitate sessions.Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Operational Skills: Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple moving parts.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage tight timelines.

Professional Attributes:

• High emotional intelligence and ability to work with diverse student founders.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and adaptable.
• High integrity and strong work ethic.

ROLE OUTCOMES / SUCCESS INDICATORS.

• High student satisfaction in SVP programs.
• Quality and completeness of founder data rooms.
• Improved venture traction and measurable performance growth.
• Strong mentorship engagement metrics.
• Smooth execution of SVP events and activities.
• Timely reporting and program documentation.

ABOUT ALU

At the African Leadership University (ALU), we're more than just an institution—we're a catalyst for transformation. Our mission is to develop a new generation of ethical and entrepreneurial leaders who will shape Africa's future. Through our innovative curriculum, focus on experiential learning, and vibrant pan-African community, we empower students to become changemakers, problem-solvers, and innovators. At ALU, we're not just teaching; we're nurturing the leaders who will drive Africa's progress and prosperity in the 21st century

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The FabLab Technician supports the effective operation, utilization, and instructional delivery of the FabLab, enabling students to design, prototype, and test physical and digital products in a safe, well-managed, and innovative environment. This role focuses on technical execution, lab operations, and hands-on student support, ensuring the FabLab serves as a reliable prototyping and experimentation backbone for C4E programs, including venture incubation, maker programs, and creative technology initiatives.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

FabLab Operations & Technical Management (Core Function)

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the FabLab, including equipment setup, routine maintenance, calibration, and safe usage.
• Manage and maintain FabLab tools and systems such as 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, electronics kits, soldering stations, and other prototyping equipment.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety protocols, access rules, and equipment handling standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate repairs or replacements when required.

Program Delivery & Instruction

• Support delivery of FabLab-enabled programs including Maker Sprints, Smart Hardware Labs, Creative Build Labs, and venture prototyping sessions.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to students using the lab, including tool orientation, material selection, and prototyping methods.
• Support students in translating ideas, sketches, and designs into functional prototypes.
• Assist facilitators and instructors during lab-based workshops and build sessions.

Lab Administration & Coordination

• Track equipment usage, consumables, inventory levels, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate FabLab access schedules for programs, student teams, and independent users.
• Work closely with the SVP and Operations teams to align FabLab activities with venture program needs and timelines.
• Maintain basic lab documentation, usage logs, and safety records.
• Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the C4E Manager in support of FabLab operations and student innovation activities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Design, Computer Science, Technology, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience working with fabrication or prototyping tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, electronics, or maker equipment.
• Experience supporting students, innovators, or early-stage product builders in a lab, workshop, or technical learning environment (preferred).
• Basic understanding of product development, hardware prototyping, or maker-based innovation workflows.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Technical & Maker Competencies

• Hands-on proficiency with fabrication and prototyping tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, electronics, and basic mechanical issues.
• Understanding of rapid prototyping, iteration, and MVP development for physical products.

Instruction & Student Support

• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical users.
• Patience and confidence in guiding students through trial-and-error learning.
• Ability to enforce safety rules while maintaining an encouraging learning environment.

Operational & Organizational Skills

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in lab management.
• Ability to manage multiple users, schedules, and equipment demands simultaneously.
• Comfort working under pressure during peak lab usage periods.

Professional Attributes

• High integrity and strong sense of responsibility for shared equipment and spaces.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and adaptable.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to collaborate across programs and departments.

ROLE OUTCOMES / SUCCESS INDICATORS.

• High and consistent FabLab utilization by students and venture teams.
• Minimal equipment downtime and strong adherence to safety protocols.
• Positive student feedback on FabLab support and accessibility.
• Successful delivery of FabLab-enabled programs and build sessions.
• Improved quality and functionality of student prototypes emerging from the lab.
• Well-maintained inventory, documentation, and lab records.

About the Role

The Zipline Maps team is responsible for producing the high-precision geospatial data that our fully autonomous drones need to safely and reliably navigate complex urban environments—flying from fulfillment centers directly to homes, businesses, and other delivery locations. We build and maintain systems for collecting and aggregating spatial data from a variety of sources, validating our flight routes over the latest information, and providing geospatial services to stakeholders across the company. We use these tools to measure and manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance in each jurisdiction.

As Zipline grows, the imperatives of scale are driving the development of robust systems that enable distributed teams to manage geographic data around the world. We analyze the accuracy of elevation models, estimate and track the completeness of ground feature datasets, evaluate the impact of new distribution centers, model an evolving regulatory landscape, and keep everything up-to-date as time passes and the world changes around us.

As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the systems that bridge complex backend services with human operators around the world. You’ll collaborate with designers, product managers, and map editors to deliver elegant user interfaces that turn sophisticated data and workflows into simple, intuitive experiences.

This role is not just about building features—it’s about creating the face of Zipline’s technology. From operational dashboards that track thousands of daily deliveries, to interfaces that help regulators evaluate safety and compliance, to design systems that empower our entire engineering org, your work will directly influence how the world interacts with autonomous delivery at scale.

What You'll Do

• Build and scale full-stack systems that power Zipline’s global mapping and flight validation workflows
• Develop intuitive web applications for map annotators, and regulators to interact with complex geospatial data
• Build robust APIs and data pipelines that integrate multiple geospatial data sources, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
• Create reusable component libraries and design systems to ensure consistency across tools and dashboards
• Improve system reliability, performance, and observability to support autonomous delivery at global scale

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of experience building and maintaining production web applications
• 2+ years of experience leading frontend projects, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers
• Strong expertise with Rust, Python, React (or similar frameworks), and modern full-stack tools
• Experience building component libraries and design systems that balance flexibility with consistency
• A customer-obsessed mindset, with the drive to continuously improve products in close feedback loops with real users
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to solving problems across distributed teams

What Else You Need to Know   

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Please Note

We have received reports stating that certain individuals are reaching out to people under false pretenses, claiming to be Zipline employees, affiliates, agents, or representatives. They may seek to gain access to your personal information or to acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities or by claiming that they are contacting you on Zipline’s behalf.

Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask you for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities or other related services. Any such offer of employment or any other service in exchange for fees that claims to be from us is deceitful and part of a fraud.

If you believe you have been targeted by a fraudulent party, we ask that you immediately get in touch with us via email at security@flyzipline.com upon receiving a suspicious offer or claim.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.

About the Role

Lead the RICA Seed Center’s science and training services. We seek an expert to manage technical research and professional courses, ensuring absolute integrity and excellence to help 1M+ farmers access high-quality seed in Rwanda. This role will have a 40% research, 40% postgraduate-level teaching, and 20% management requirement.

Responsibilities

Lead Department Strategy, Team & Operational Excellence

• Define and drive the Seed Center’s Scientific/Technology strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment with long-term industry impartiality and impact goals.
• Lead and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Oversee departmental planning, budgeting, and OKRs, ensuring strong execution and operational efficiency.

Direct Seed Technology & Business Professional Training Program 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a flagship postgraduate training program, ensuring strong student outcomes, curriculum relevance, and industry reputation - including leading the applied research units of the course.
• Drive accreditation, regional positioning, and growth of the program, including partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Coordinate instructors and partners to deliver high-quality technical and leadership training - in partnership with the academic administration and trainee welfare coordinator.

Provide Strategic Leadership for Seed Laboratory & Certification Services

• Oversee the long-term technical roadmap for seed laboratory services, including quality testing, certification, and accreditation (e.g. ISO, ISTA).
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, impartial laboratory services that meet national and international standards.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders.

Lead National Field Trials & Seed Systems Strengthening

• Oversee national performance trials, ensuring high-quality data generation (e.g. DUS, VCU) and compliance with international standards.
• Coordinate publication of national variety lists and support transparent, credible seed system governance.
• Strengthen collaboration with government and private sector partners to advance Rwanda’s seed industry.

Drive Technical Insight, Reporting & Sector Influence

• Ensure production of high-quality, user-focused technical reports and validated data for stakeholders.
• Analyze seed sector trends and generate insights to inform strategy, policy, and industry development.
• Act as a senior technical voice, contributing to national dialogue and shaping the future of the seed sector.

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:

• PhD in Plant Breeding, Seed Science, Seed Systems, Seed Technology, or related field (or MSc. with significant relevant experience).
• 5+ years (MSc) or 2+ years (PhD) of relevant experience in seed research, development, or systems.
• Excellent in scientific and technical writing and reporting skills; publication experience is an advantage - with an ability to perform and interpret complex statistics being a big plus.
• Advanced expertise in seed science, plant breeding, or seed systems, with strong knowledge of seed technologies and grain crops.
• Familiarity with international regulatory frameworks (e.g. UPOV, ISTA, OECD) and seed certification systems.
• Ability to operate in high-context environments, driving alignment, accountability, and results.
• Experience delivering training, academic programs, or professional capacity-building initiatives.
• English required; working proficiency in Kinyarwanda is an advantage.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

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

21 July 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Biofortified Variety Trial and Adoption Coordinator to lead the testing, evaluation, and promotion of biofortified maize varieties in Rwanda. This role combines field research, data management, and stakeholder engagement to generate evidence that supports the release and adoption of improved maize varieties.

The successful candidate will oversee on-station and on-farm trials, ensure compliance with national and international standards (including DUS/VCU and UPOV), and work closely with farmers, extension teams, and partners to accelerate uptake of biofortified maize.

Responsibilities

Variety Performance Trials (Station & On-Farm)

• Coordinate with research specialists to design and implement maize variety trials across research stations and farmer fields.
• Monitor agronomic practices, trial performance, and data quality throughout the growing seasons
• Organize field days and demonstration events for farmers, seed companies, and stakeholders.
• Assess farmer interest, preferences, and acceptance of biofortified maize varieties.
• Collaborate with extension teams and partners to promote the adoption of released varieties.

Farmer Perception & Data Management

• Lead farmer preference and perception studies to understand adoption patterns.
• Oversee all field operations from trial layout to planting, crop management, and harvesting.
• Ensure compliance with research protocols, national regulations, and UPOV standards.
• Manage accurate and timely data collection, validation, and storage.
• Maintain well-organized databases for DUS and VCU trial data.

 Reporting & Team Supervision

• Produce seasonal and annual technical reports.
• Supervise and guide technical staff and field laborers to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Promote a safe, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Conservation Agriculture, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of DUS and VCU trial standards and seed systems.
• Experience in field trial management and agronomic research.
• Proficiency in data collection, cleaning, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Fieldbook, Google Sheets)
• Familiarity with conservation and agriculture practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Bugesera, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

21 July 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.
They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now.
Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Student Services Lead is a highly organized and compassionate leader who will oversee a team dedicated to providing essential support services to ALU students. This role requires a deep understanding of the diverse needs of our student population and a commitment to creating a positive and seamless student experience. The Student Services Lead will manage key areas such as housing and meals, immigration services, financial aid, and scholar liaison, ensuring students have the resources and support needed to succeed at ALU.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and mentor: Provide team members with guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively: Ensure efficient workflow and optimal utilization of team resources.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment: Encourage innovation, creativity, and a shared commitment to student success.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback: Support the growth and development of team members.

2. Housing and Meals:

• Oversee Housing Operations:
• Manage the student housing process, including applications, assignments, move-in and check-out procedures.
• Ensure that student housing facilities are well-maintained, safe, and conducive to learning and community building in collaboration with the Operations & Facilities team.
• Address student housing concerns and resolve issues promptly and effectively.
• Coordinate Meal Services:
• Collaborate with catering providers to ensure that students have access to nutritious and culturally diverse meals.
• Manage meal plan options and address student dietary needs and preferences.
• Monitor the quality of meal services and gather student feedback to ensure satisfaction.
• Enhance Student Experience:
• Develop and implement programs and initiatives that enhance the student housing and dining experience.
• Create opportunities for students to connect and build community within their living spaces.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment in student residences.

3. Immigration Services:

• Visa and Permit Support:
• Guide and support students through the visa and permit application process.
• Provide information and assistance with immigration regulations and requirements.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies and embassies to ensure smooth immigration procedures for students.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Maintain accurate records of student immigration documents and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Stay up-to-date on immigration policy changes and communicate updates to students and staff.
• Provide training and support to staff on immigration procedures and best practices.

4. Financial Aid:

• Financial Aid Administration:
• Oversee the administration of financial aid programs, including scholarships, grants, and loans.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for financial aid applications and disbursement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial aid regulations and reporting requirements.
• Monitor grantee progression and ensure compliance with financial aid requirements.
• Student Support:
• Provide guidance and support to students on financial aid options and application procedures.
• Counsel students on budgeting, financial literacy, and responsible debt management.
• Address student inquiries and concerns regarding financial aid in a timely and professional manner.

5. Scholar Liaison:

• Program Management:
  • Manage scholarship programs, including application processes, selection criteria, and award disbursement.
  • Monitor scholar progress and ensure compliance with scholarship requirements.
  • Organize events and activities that foster community and networking among scholars
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with scholarship sponsors.
  • Provide ongoing support and guidance to scholars throughout their academic journey.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal,  by adhering to ALU’s comprehensive safeguarding policy, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in student services, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in managing housing and meal services, immigration procedures, financial aid programs, or scholar liaison activities.
• Strong understanding of student development theory and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Functional Skills:

• Student Services Management: Expertise in managing various aspects of student services, including housing, immigration, financial aid, and scholar support.
• Policy and Compliance: Knowledge of relevant policies, regulations, and best practices in student services.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Skills in analyzing situations, identifying solutions, and making informed decisions.
• Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate effectively, and foster a positive work environment.

Soft Skills:

• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrated empathy and compassion for students and their diverse needs.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Sensitivity to the cultural backgrounds and experiences of ALU students.
• Organization and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Customer Service Orientation: Commitment to providing excellent service to students and stakeholders.
• Integrity and Ethical Conduct: Adherence to ethical principles and professional standards in all interactions.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.

To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Mechanical/Plumbing Engineer with 7 years of experience to oversee the designs and installation of high-quality building services systems for major seed processing facilities that support long-term agricultural operations.

Responsibilities

Lead Technical Design Review & Engineering Oversight

• Review and validate designs for plumbing, HVAC/ventilation, fire protection, and water systems, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and constructability.
• Provide technical guidance, resolve design gaps, and approve contractor submissions including materials and method statements.
• Monitor installation quality and ensure compliance with approved designs and engineering standards.

Oversee Construction & System Implementation

• Supervise installation of mechanical and plumbing systems across buildings and external infrastructure (water supply, sewer, drainage, irrigation, and pumping systems).
• Conduct site inspections to ensure alignment with drawings, specifications, and BoQs.
• Oversee testing and commissioning, verifying system performance prior to handover.

Ensure Quality, Safety & Cross-Disciplinary Coordination

• Enforce quality standards and ensure adherence to safety procedures across all mechanical and plumbing works.
• Inspect materials and installations to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, architectural, and electrical teams to prevent design and installation conflicts.

Drive Technical Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Resolve on-site engineering challenges related to design, installation, and system performance.
• Review contractor reports, technical queries, and claims, providing clear engineering recommendations.
• Capture and document lessons learned to improve future project delivery and technical standards.

Build Team Capability & Support Project Delivery

• Provide technical guidance  to contractor teams to ensure high-quality execution.
• Support development of technical documentation, scopes of work, and engineering inputs for projects.
• Contribute to team development and, where applicable, supervise junior engineering staff.

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:

• With 7 years of relevant experience in mechanical/building services engineering with design and construction oversight.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related field.
• Professional registration with the Institution of Engineers Rwanda is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit MEP) and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of construction principles, building codes, and occupational health and safety standards.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems, including water supply, drainage, sewer, HVAC, fire protection, and pumping systems.
• Strong communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage.
  
  

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Bugesera, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

1 year

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

21 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors. They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The People & Culture team at ALU enables the organisation to deliver on its mission by ensuring that the right people are hired, supported, and enabled to perform at their best across a complex, multi-country environment. The team operates with a strong service mindset, a high degree of accountability, and a focus on operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The team works closely with leaders, managers, Finance, Legal, and external partners to design and deliver people processes that are practical, scalable, and aligned to ALU’s values. Collaboration, clarity, and execution discipline are core to how the team operates.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The HRBP [Manager] – Rwanda is the senior, in-country People & Culture lead and the primary strategic partner to all Rwanda-based leadership. This role owns the end-to-end people agenda in-country. The Manager ensures that HR runs seamlessly across the full employee lifecycle, while being deeply embedded in the business as a trusted advisor, coach, and thought partner. This is a highly visible and influential role that sits at the intersection of strategy and execution.

The HRBP Manager translates organisational priorities into actionable people strategies, drives performance and accountability across teams, and ensures a consistent, high-quality employee experience.
While supported by centralised specialist and operational HR teams, this role is the single point of accountability and coordination for all people-related matters in Rwanda—ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Business Partnering & Leadership Enablement

• Serve as the primary People & Culture advisor to country and functional leaders, shaping decisions through a people, performance, and culture lens
• Coach and support leaders to build high-performing, accountable, and engaged teams
• Translate business strategy into clear, actionable people priorities and interventions
• Act as a thought partner on leadership challenges, team dynamics, and organisational effectiveness

Performance Management & Organisational Effectiveness

• Drive end-to-end performance management processes, ensuring alignment from organisational goals to individual outcomes
• Lead performance calibration discussions across teams to ensure fairness, consistency, and high standards
• Partner with leaders to diagnose performance gaps and implement targeted interventions
• Embed a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous performance improvement

Talent Management, Succession & Workforce Planning

• Provide data-driven insights on talent health, including flight risk analysis, retention trends, and capability gaps
• Partner with leaders to build and maintain robust succession plans for critical roles
• Lead headcount planning and workforce strategy discussions aligned to budget and organisational priorities
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to ensure proactive and strategic hiring plans

Employee Engagement & Experience

• Continuously assess and strengthen employee engagement through pulse checks, feedback loops, and targeted initiatives
• Partner with leaders to design and implement interventions that improve team health, morale, and productivity
• Ensure a consistent and high-quality employee experience across the full lifecycle—from onboarding to exit

Culture & Organisational Development

• Champion and embed ALU’s culture, values, and ways of working across all teams
• Drive culture-shaping initiatives that reinforce accountability, ownership, and high performance
• Lead organisational design and restructuring conversations to ensure teams are optimally structured for impact
• Support change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption

HR Operations Oversight & Integration

• Act as the in-country point of coordination across all HR functions (operations, payroll, compliance, talent acquisition, etc.)
• Ensure seamless delivery of HR processes through strong collaboration with central teams
• Maintain oversight of HR compliance and local labour requirements, escalating risks where necessary
• Ensure timely and effective resolution of employee relations matters

Data, Insights & Decision Support

• Leverage people data and analytics to inform decision-making and influence leadership actions
• Track and report on key HR metrics (performance, engagement, retention, etc.)
• Use insights to proactively identify risks and opportunities within the workforce

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 6–10+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on HR Business Partnering or equivalent strategic roles
• Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing decision-making at a strategic level
• Demonstrated track record of driving organisational performance, culture transformation, and talent management initiatives
• Experience managing end-to-end HR across multiple functions, with the ability to integrate strategy and operations
• Strong experience in organisational design, workforce planning, and performance management frameworks
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth, or multi-country environments is strongly preferred

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Functional Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business goals into impactful people strategies
• Performance & Talent Management: Strong capability in driving performance frameworks, calibration, and succession planning
• Data & Insight Orientation: Ability to analyse and interpret people data to inform decisions
• Organisational Design: Skilled in structuring teams and roles for maximum effectiveness
• HR Integration & Oversight: Strong understanding of HR operations, compliance, and systems, with the ability to coordinate across functions

Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

• Influence & Stakeholder Management: Builds trust and credibility with senior leaders; confidently challenges and advises
• Ownership & Accountability: Takes full responsibility for outcomes and drives execution end-to-end
• Collaboration: Works seamlessly across teams and geographies to deliver results
• Coaching & Development: Actively develops leaders and teams through guidance and feedback
• Resilience & Adaptability: Thrives in ambiguity and navigates complexity with confidence
• Culture Carrier: Embodies and reinforces ALU’s values and high-performance expectations

LOCATION: Rwanda

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About the Role

From R&D to sales to strategy to operations, the Global R&D Data Analyst has the unique opportunity to improve decision-making across all aspects of One Acre Fund’s program using many diverse data types, such as sales, yield, demographic and satellite data, to help us reach more farmers with greater impact. 

The Global R&D Data Analyst will help us reach over one million farmers by executing analyses for strategic decision-making on repayment, expansion, and other business functions, and work directly with program leaders to interpret results and make data-driven decisions. The Global R&D Data Analyst will play an integral role in shaping One Acre Fund’s data strategy, including dreaming up and executing new ways to use our data to improve our program.

Additionally, One Acre Fund has a robust agronomic and socioeconomic research program spanning all countries of operation. This role will work closely with country R&D teams to ensure all trials are executed at the highest possible standards, provide follow-up analytical support and training to team members, and support with warehousing of our agronomic data to make our research outputs accessible to external collaborators, further increasing One Acre Fund’s smallholder farmer impact across the continent.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be a strong communicator and have a solid analytical background with experience in experimental design. You will need to be comfortable interpreting ambiguous results generated with imperfect data and advising leaders on the relative risk associated with different decisions based on the results of your analysis. 

This is a deliberately hybrid role. Success requires the ability to operate effectively as:

• an experimental methodologist (trial design & causal inference),
• an applied data scientist (production analytics, geospatial methods, modelling), and
• a delivery-oriented project manager (prioritisation, documentation, coordination).

Responsibilities

Own methodological rigour and analytical quality for trials and surveys (30%):

• Design and analyse trials and surveys, including:
  • Sample size and power calculations
  • Stratification and experimental design
  • Recommend the appropriate statistical methods (e.g., hypothesis testing, regression, ANOVA/mixed models)
• Lead analysis of agronomic and product trials to estimate treatment effects and program impact
• Quality assure trial designs and analyses produced by other analysts
• Translate trial findings into clear recommendations for product design, agronomic guidance, and program strategy.

Develop scalable analytical products and decision-support tools using program, survey, and spatial data (30%):

• Build, maintain, and improve analytical pipelines and production codebases that power operational decision tools (e.g., sowing date or input recommendations), including occasional support at the production level.
• Integrate survey, MEL, and operational data with geospatial layers (soil, climate, vegetation, remote sensing) to generate localised recommendations and program targeting strategies.
• Conduct spatial and remote-sensing analyses for program design, prioritisation, and impact estimation (e.g., soil erosion modelling, site suitability analysis).
• Analyse historical trial and soil data to generate input and soil management recommendations (e.g., lime application, fertiliser rate application).
• Evaluate potential impact of alternative interventions and support pilot design, iteration, and scale decisions.
• Translate analyses into decision-ready outputs (briefs, dashboards, and memos) for non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify new, high-leverage analytical use cases that improve program reach, impact, or cost-effectiveness.

Lead impact data management and project management (~20%)

• Lead curation and standardisation of historical yield, agronomic practice, and trial datasets to enable reuse and external research collaboration.
• Own knowledge management for impact data and trials, including:
  • Central documentation of methodologies, assumptions, sample sizes, and results for all projects
  • Reusable analysis templates and reference implementations
• Manage external data requests in compliance with client data protection and confidentiality protocols.

Provide portfolio-level project management (~20%):

• Maintain project plans, priorities, and timelines
• Track dependencies and risks
• Coordinate with program and R&D stakeholders to identify potential delivery risks
• Establish durable documentation and planning systems (e.g., project roadmaps, project trackers, shared repositories).

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:

• Bachelor's Degree in one of the following fields: economics, econometrics, mathematics, or statistics
• Proficiency in R and/or Python, including working knowledge of -
• Database connectivity (e.g., PostgreSQL) to enable data retrieval, manipulation, and storage from various databases
• Interact with RESTful APIs (e.g., JSON, XML)
• Data manipulation libraries (e.g., dplyr, tidyr) for efficient data wrangling, transformation, and exploration
• Packages for data visualisation (e.g., ggplot2, lattice, plotly)
• Advanced statistical analysis and modelling (stats, lme4, survival)
• Machine learning frameworks (e.g., randomForest, xgboost, caret) for building predictive models and conducting machine learning tasks
• Packages for data manipulation and visualisation, such as numpy, pandas, and Matplotlib
• Spatial data manipulation libraries (geopandas, rasterio, shapely, GDAL)
• In-depth knowledge of statistically rigorous trial design methodologies, including RCTs, side-by-side comparisons, RCBD, and other experimental designs
• In-depth knowledge of statistically rigorous survey design methods, including random, stratified, and cluster sampling
• Knowledge of relevant meteorological, soil, and vegetation data layers and sources, their uses and limitations (e.g., iSDA, ISRIC, CHIRPS, TAMSAT, NASA, Sentinel Hub, Google Earth Engine, AWS)
• Working knowledge of agronomy, e.g., practical understanding of fertiliser nutrient compositions, plant populations, growing degree days, GxE interactions.
• Working knowledge of GIS tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS, and spatial data analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in version control, such as Git/GitHub.
• Ability to easily explain technical concepts to non-technical decision makers and grow the analytical skills of others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple analytical projects in parallel, including:
• Scoping ambiguous analytical problems and translating them into deliverable plans
• Prioritising work against timelines and stakeholder needs
• Tracking progress, managing dependencies, and proactively unblocking delivery risks
• Maintaining clear documentation and project plans to ensure continuity and institutional memory

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Nairobi, Kenya or Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Contract Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

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

10 July, 2026

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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organisation’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, colour, 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.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors. They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In creating a world class education experience, the Academic Vertical plays an integral role in ensuring our academic operations and regulations are smoothly implemented, communicated and adhered to by all internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff and regulators. The Registrar Lead is a critical leadership role responsible for the integrity and security of all academic records at the African Leadership University. The Registrar oversees all functions related to student registration, academic records management, enrollment reporting, degree conferral and compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of academic policies and procedures and strong technical proficiency in student information systems, data analysis, and related technologies. They will be a strategic thinker, a problem-solver and a collaborative leader committed to providing excellent service to students, faculty, and staff.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Records Management

• Maintain the accuracy, integrity and security of all student academic records, both physical and electronic.
• Develop and implement efficient and effective record-keeping procedures in compliance with university policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the processing of grades, transcripts, enrollment verifications and other student record requests.

Registration and Enrollment

• Manage the student registration process, ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience for students.
• Develop and maintain the course schedule by working in collaboration with academic departments.
• Monitor enrollment trends and provide data-driven insights to inform enrollment management strategies.

Policy Development and Implementation

• Formulate, implement and interpret academic policies and procedures ensuring consistency and fairness.
• Stay abreast of best practices in academic records management and relevant regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to develop and revise academic policies as needed.

Student Information System (SIS) Management

• Serve as the secondary administrator for the university's Student Information System ensuring its optimal functionality.
• Oversee data entry, data integrity and system security.
• Collaborate with IT staff to implement system upgrades and enhancements.

Reporting and Data Analysis

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Analyze enrollment data, academic performance data and other relevant metrics to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide stakeholders with access to key data.

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervise and mentor a team of registrars and support staff.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff.

Compliance & Collaboration

• Ensure compliance with all relevant  institutional regulations, including HEC and  NESA.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in data privacy and security.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments, including admissions, student affairs, finance, and IT.
• Serve on university committees as required.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal,  by adhering to ALU’s comprehensive safeguarding policy, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a student affairs or student life role, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing student engagement strategies and programs.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of professionals.
• Strong understanding of student development theory and best practices.
• Passion for working with young adults and fostering their personal and professional growth.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Master's degree in a related field like Higher Education Administration, Management, Information Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a registrar's office or similar academic records management role.
• Proven experience in formulating and implementing academic policies and procedures.
• Strong technical skills in Student Information Systems (SIS)
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in a diverse and international environment preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Student Information Systems (SIS), data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Knowledge of academic policies and procedures and the ability to interpret and apply them consistently.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About the Young Professionals Program

One Acre Fund’s Young Professionals Program offers high-performing African graduates meaningful internships and training opportunities at a high-performing, mission-driven organization. Our internships are paid and all interns can expect to receive substantive work assignments working on high-impact projects that support One Acre Fund's operations.

When joining, interns will participate in an onboarding program and receive training on how to design and execute projects. Over the period of your internship, you will get the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals and receive learning opportunities to build strong foundations for your future career. 

About the Role

Seeking a driven accounting professional with 1+ years' experience to power our 'Farmers First' mission. You will ensure financial accuracy and steward resources for farmers while growing into a future leader in global reporting and treasury operations.

Responsibilities

Core Financial Operations

• Assist in preparing, organizing, and maintaining financial documentation, trackers, and reports to ensure accurate financial records.
• Support financial planning and data analysis while helping improve finance processes and maintain data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies by properly documenting transactions and collating required materials for internal and external audits.

Placement Dependent On Experience

Accounting

• Record financial transactions in the accounting system (SAP) and prepare or upload journal entries under supervision.
• Support monthly closing activities, including financial, bank, and mobile money reconciliations
• Assist in maintaining prepaid expense and fixed asset schedules, and prepare documentation for internal and external audits

Payments and Accounts Payable

• Support the preparation and processing of vendor, staff, and operational payments while ensuring compliance with internal policies
• Monitor payment status through banking and mobile money platforms and assist in resolving payment errors or failed transactions
• Maintain payment trackers, update cash balance reports, and upload supporting documents and proof of payment while communicating payment updates to internal stakeholders

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we deeply invest in our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training, and regular feedback on your performance. We’ll hold career reviews every one-three months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and gain rewarding technical experience.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Strong technical and communication skills, including attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating professionalism and cooperation
• Hold bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working in a busy finance department, with demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Interns will be provided with a reasonable stipend for the duration of their contract. Rural area based fellows will be provided assistance in locating suitable housing.

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

30 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.

To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About the Role

Seeking a high-caliber Electrical Project Engineer with 7+ years of experience to lead our electrical system. You will ensure SANS compliance and technical excellence from design to commissioning for reliable electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Lead Electrical Design Review & Technical Oversight

• Design and review electrical systems (LV/MV, power distribution, lighting, grounding) using relevant engineering tools and standards.
• Validate load calculations, system sizing, and contractor shop drawings for accuracy and compliance.
• Approve materials, equipment, and technical submissions to ensure alignment with project specifications.

Oversee Installation, Testing & Commissioning

• Supervise electrical installations across all systems, ensuring correct routing, positioning, and integration.
• Monitor inspections, testing, and commissioning to verify system performance and readiness.
• Ensure compliance with national codes, safety standards, and project requirements.

Ensure Quality, Safety & Cross-Disciplinary Coordination

• Enforce quality control and adherence to occupational health and safety standards on-site.
• Coordinate electrical works with civil, structural, architectural, and MEP teams to prevent conflicts and delays.
• Identify and resolve technical issues during construction, ensuring high-quality execution.

Drive Reporting, Documentation & Risk Management

• Prepare and maintain accurate technical reports, site inspection records, and progress updates.
• Review and validate as-built drawings and final project documentation.
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies to support timely project delivery.

Lead Site Teams & Build Technical Capability

• Supervise and coordinate site electrical teams, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality standards.
• Provide on-site technical guidance and training to contractors and technicians.
• Share lessons learned and best practices to strengthen internal team capability and future project delivery.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• With over 7 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering and construction supervision.
• Professional registration (e.g. Institution of Engineers) and relevant certifications (e.g. RURA) are an added advantage.
• Experience in CAD and design tools, electrical software, and QA/QC tools.
• Hands-on experience supervising electrical installations on construction sites.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including LV/MV distribution, grounding, lighting, and power systems.
• Effective communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Bugesera, Rwanda 

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

1 year

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

24 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.

To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About the Role

Looking for an experienced Civil Engineer (Project Engineer) to work at the RICA Seed Centre’s physical infrastructure for the implementation of the project, overseeing the civil engineering aspect of the project.

Responsibilities

Lead Civil Design Review & Technical Oversight

• Review and validate civil and structural designs (roads, drainage, foundations and external infrastructure) for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Develop and refine engineering solutions, including structural analysis and modelling, to meet project requirements.
• Ensure coordination of civil designs with architectural and MEP disciplines for seamless implementation.

Oversee Construction Execution & Site Delivery

• Supervise civil works across earthworks, concrete structures, roads, drainage systems, and utilities infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and BoQs.
• Resolve on-site engineering challenges and provide timely technical guidance to maintain project progress.

Ensure Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce quality standards and ensure all works comply with engineering specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and monitor adherence to occupational health and safety procedures on-site.
• Coordinate with safety teams to mitigate risks and ensure safe sequencing of construction activities.

Drive Technical Problem Solving & Project Assurance

• Review contractor submissions, reports and claims, providing clear technical recommendations and approvals.
• Monitor construction methods, material quality, and workmanship to ensure durability and structural integrity.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to support timely and high-quality project delivery.

Build Team Capability & Support Project Delivery

• Provide on-site technical guidance and training to contractors and junior engineers.
• Document and share lessons learned to strengthen team capability and future project execution.
• Support the development of technical documentation, scopes of work, and engineering inputs.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Over 7 years of relevant experience in civil engineering with strong exposure to design and construction oversight.
• Professional registration with the Institution of Engineers Rwanda is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, including roads, drainage, foundations, and structural systems.
• Proven experience in design review, structural analysis, and construction oversight.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, building codes, and occupational health and safety standards.
• Experience with structural design, modelling software, and CAD tools.
• Effective communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Bugesera, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

1 year

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

24 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

Do you possess a deep passion for entrepreneurship? Does the prospect of supporting innovative startups  excite you? Have you designed or run a tech startup program before? Are you comfortable building or maintaining partnerships with forward-thinking corporates? Are you ready to plan and host pitch events and demo days? Are you adept at juggling multiple priorities? Would you describe yourself as a highly structured individual with fast learning abilities? Are you a systems thinker and experienced in building systems and processes to support the growth of an ecosystem?

Well, this might just be the job for you!

ABOUT US

ALX Africa, a non-profit organisation under the ALX Foundation, is dedicated to unlocking the potential of Africa's digital future. Formerly part of Sand Tech Holdings, we've embarked on an independent journey to provide world-class tech skills training and career acceleration programmes. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide, upskill and reskill talent, and create a generation of innovative leaders. By 2030, we aim to empower 2 million Africans to secure sustainable tech careers.

With hubs in 8 cities across Africa and counting, we provide safe access to quality learning and a dedicated network of expert instructors. Our innovative programmes equip learners with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving tech industry. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, industry partnerships, and hands-on projects, we prepare our students for in-demand roles in software engineering, data science, and cybersecurity.

We achieve this by:

• Providing young professionals with access to the most in-demand tech skills that will power the future.
• Empowering the next generation of technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through challenging, real-world coursework.
• Building a lifelong, impactful community of tech professionals that support them at all stages of their career journey. 

Our impact thus far:

• 205k+ learners since 2021
• 117k youth in work
• 13k youth starting own ventures
• 66k youth in jobs through entrepreneurship

 Visit our website www.alxafrica.com to learn more about our digital revolution.

ABOUT THE CITY TEAM

Do you enjoy creating something out of nothing? The City Teams are startups within a larger startup. Each City Team is like a standalone business that is blazing a new path for ALX, but is supported by the history, reputation and global network of ALX’s wider ecosystem of companies and initiatives. In pursuit of our mission, we encourage autonomy, creativity, and experimentation. We embrace risks and failure. We seek those that have a beginners’ mindset, are lifelong learners, thrive in uncertain circumstances and uncharted territory, and have a deep passion for youth engagement.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Entrepreneurship Development Manager will be instrumental in nurturing and expanding the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the country market. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to drive both operational excellence and strategic vision as a core member of a City Team. The Manager will report directly to the City General Manager for day-to-day operational leadership and program implementation, while also maintaining a strategic reporting line to the Entrepreneurship Director to ensure alignment with our global entrepreneurial efforts, in particular with our flagship ALX Ventures program. In this capacity, the Manager will integrate practices and perspectives from both city-specific and global contexts to advance our collective mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary champion for entrepreneurship within the country market, innovating and executing strategies to foster entrepreneurial initiatives within the ALX community.
• Host monthly in-person fireside chats with local entrepreneurs and investors to bolster community engagement.
• Organize and oversee quarterly in-person events such demo day and product launch events at ALX Tech Hubs to highlight promising startups from our Incubator and Accelerator programs to the local investment community.
• Manage and execute weekly entrepreneurship-related events, such as pitch competitions, hackathons, meetups and networking events, enhancing our brand’s local presence.
• Ensure high levels of compliance for self-reporting and quarterly updates by entrepreneurs, maintaining a high standard of accountability and progress tracking.
• Position ALX Ventures prominently within the local ecosystem as the premier hub for innovative startups and entrepreneurs, including securing recognitions, awards and grants where eligible.
• Supervise and mentor community-led entrepreneurial initiatives, ensuring they are in line with our global strategy.
• Engage in planning activities and retrospective assessment to foster continuous learning and improvement of our programs.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC DUTIES

Founder Academy

• Lead recruitment, outreach, and enrollment efforts in collaboration with the central Entrepreneurship team to meet and exceed local market targets.
• Facilitate a smooth registration and onboarding process for new entrepreneurs, ensuring an engaging learner experience from day one.
• Host weekly office hours and community sessions to provide ongoing guidance and accountability to founders.
• Deliver timely, constructive feedback on assignments and pitch submissions, fostering a culture of excellence, iteration, and resilience.
• Identify high-performing entrepreneurs for advanced support, including incubation and investment-readiness opportunities.

Incubator Program

• Work closely with the ALX Ventures Incubator central team to deliver quarterly program goals and ensure alignment with regional entrepreneurship strategies.
• Screen, select, and onboard potential candidates from the Founder Academy graduates into the Incubator program, balancing both virtual and in-person delivery formats.
• Facilitate high-impact workshops, peer learning sessions, and milestone reviews that guide founders from prototype to market launch.
• Connect startups to tailored support such as intern placements, advisors, industry mentors, and investors.
• Organize Demo Days and local Pitch Events to showcase startups, attract partners, and position ventures for growth and investment.
• Engage with local investment, innovation, and startup communities to foster collaboration and visibility for ALX ventures.
• Design and host Masterclasses featuring leading entrepreneurs, investors, and domain experts across diverse sectors.
• Curate and manage a pool of local mentors and advisors, matching them with startups based on stage, sector, and growth needs.
• Build partnerships with local entrepreneurship hubs, accelerators, and ecosystem actors to enhance resource sharing and opportunity pipelines.
• Support alumni founders in accessing follow-on support programs, markets, and funding.

Monitoring, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and analyze program performance metrics, including recruitment, completion, venture launches, and investment outcomes. 
• Generate periodic reports and insights for internal teams and external stakeholders. 
• Continuously refine program strategies based on learner feedback and market trends.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in entrepreneurship operations, venture building, or program and project management, ideally within innovation hubs, accelerators, or startup ecosystems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Proven track record working with startups or entrepreneurial ventures, with hands-on experience in launching, scaling, or mentoring businesses. Previous experience as a founder or startup coach is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate entrepreneurship programs, demo days, masterclasses, and mentorship networks.
• Experience leading cross-functional or program delivery teams, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating effectively with central and regional stakeholders.
• Proven capacity to lead fundraising initiatives, develop and manage partnerships with investors, corporates, development partners, and government entities to advance entrepreneurship programs.
• Ecosystem Engagement: Deep understanding of the African entrepreneurship ecosystem, with an active network of startup mentors, ecosystem players, and investors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities; confident representing ALX to partners, investors, and founders.
• Strong planning, coordination, and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to delivery.
• Adept at stakeholder engagement and partnership management, maintaining strong relationships across multiple levels and sectors.
• Highly flexible, self-motivated, and comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision.
• Open to feedback and continuous learning, applying insights to improve program design and delivery

This is a full-time, in-person role based in Kigali. Candidates are required to work from the ALX Hub daily as part of the Kigali City Team.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Rwanda.

Disclaimer: ALX Africa does not charge fees or request payments at any stage of hiring. Be cautious of anyone claiming otherwise. Report suspicious activity to hiring@alxafrica.com

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.

About the Role

The Financial Reporting Associate is responsible for the end to end ownership of internal and external financial reporting and compliance for the Rwanda Program.

The role entails quality financial closes, robust internal and regulatory compliance management across all programs, reporting to external stakeholders, strategic financial planning and analysis, and finance business partnering. 

Responsibilities

Lead Financial Reporting & Close Processes

• Own and project manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
• Deliver high-quality financial reports, including variance analysis, in line with accounting standards and organisational requirements.
• Coordinate across finance and business teams to ensure accurate and consistent financial data.

Ensure Compliance, Tax & Regulatory Integrity

• Lead tax compliance and ensure adherence to all regulatory, VAT, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee intercompany invoicing and ensure accuracy and compliance across entities.
• Partner with Accounting, Legal, and external auditors to address audit findings and strengthen controls.

Oversee Grant Financial Tracking & Reporting

• Manage financial reporting for key grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organisational standards.
• Track grant utilisation, shared service allocations, and funding flows with accuracy and transparency.
• Provide regular financial updates and insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Drive Business Partnering & Financial Planning

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and BVA processes for assigned departments, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain key financial models, including gross margin tracking and performance monitoring tools.

Strengthen Financial Systems, Risk Management & Team Capability

• Identify financial and operational risks, partnering with teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Improve financial processes, tools, and reporting systems to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
• Support team development and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen overall financial capability.

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:

• Relevant experience in financial reporting, audit, or financial analysis with managerial capacity in a fast-paced environment would be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, and financial reporting principles and standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and experience with financial modelling and data analysis tools (e.g. Power BI).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Effective stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across teams and seniority levels.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g. ACCA, CPA) strongly preferred.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.

Application Deadline

17 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 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 agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.

About the Role

The Global Procurement Senior Associate ensures 3+ country PRO teams have the capabilities, tools, mastery, and professionalism to deliver high-quality materials and services on time, in full, at the best price, every time, anywhere, without any opportunity for fraud or losses. This role also owns several key procurement processes across all countries, beyond the ones s/he manages directly.

Responsibilities

Drive Procurement Execution Excellence Across Markets

• Deliver cost-competitive, high-quality goods and services through strategic sourcing and innovative procurement approaches.
• Ensure strong operational performance across country procurement teams, including on-time delivery, supplier performance, and payment efficiency.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen negotiation capability and value-driven sourcing across markets.

Build & Develop High-Performing Procurement Teams

• Manage and coach country procurement leads, fostering strong execution, compliance, and customer service.
• Build team capability through training, coaching, and professional development initiatives.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and continuity across procurement teams.

Strengthen Risk Management & Procurement Governance

• Promote a strong culture of compliance, internal controls, and ethical procurement practices.
• Mitigate supply and contract risks through effective supplier management and proactive monitoring.
• Identify and address operational risks and improvement opportunities across procurement operations.

Lead Strategic Procurement & Process Improvement Initiatives

• Contribute to procurement strategy development and drive execution of departmental priorities and OKRs.
• Lead cross-market strategic sourcing initiatives and leverage regional opportunities to optimise cost and supply security.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, transparency, and value for money.

Own Cross-Market Procurement Performance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Oversee performance reporting, demand forecasting, and inventory coordination across supported country teams.
• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and senior leadership to align procurement with organisational priorities.
• Ensure procurement insights inform operational planning and decision-making.

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 procurement, supply chain, operations, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in supply chain management, procurement, or operations.
• Experience managing and coaching teams, including remote or distributed teams.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive problem solver who anticipates risks and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in the relevant and Master's degree would be an advantage.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Kigali, Rwanda

Benefits

Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, Nigeria, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 

Application Deadline

15 June 2026. 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 (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), 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.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.
They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now.
Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership University is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment , we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place , which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Given that the team at the School of Wildlife Conservation (SOWC) is small,   each team member has a clearly designated role, but we do expect all team members to multitask and mutually support other members of the team as needed (and within reason) across the functions of the School.  The team is led by an Executive Director and is focused on the following key areas:

• Delivery of educational support and the “conservation ecosystem” (guest speakers, conservation “boot camps”, centres of conservation excellence, internships) to the Undergraduate School of ALU in support of all students who choose a planetary health pathway, currently led by Dr Victor Muposhi as the Head of Academics
• Delivery of the conservation specialisation to the ALU MBA program - electives, capstone projects, guest speakers also currently led by Dr Victor Muposhi with support from Richard Vigne (Executive Director of the SOWC)
• Development and delivery of professional development courses to the African conservation sector including “generic” courses and bespoke courses (for various organisations including South Africa National Parks, the African Natural Capital Alliance and African Parks).  Led by the Head of Professional Development and Consultancy
• Research and thought leadership into the Wildlife Economy of Africa, culminating in regular iterations of the Wildlife Economy Investment Index for Africa and advocacy work, supplemented by the Conservation Debate series and the Lessons Learned series led by Dr Sue Snyman.  This section also secures and delivers consultancies in the African wildlife sector.
• Coordination of all SOWC operations inclusive of management of the internship program, all logistics for students attending conservation boot camps and centres of conservation excellence, financial oversight, partnership and network oversight and management, all social media, PR and marketing efforts inclusive of the SOWC website.  Led by the Operations and Fundraising Manager, Tiavina Ramandavola
• Development, management and delivery of the annual Business of Conservation Conference (BCC) - this is a team effort that runs throughout the year and includes other ALU team members.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager, Professional Development Courses and Consultancy will lead the development and execution of SOWC’s professional development and consultancy portfolio. The role will focus on winning, managing, and delivering contracts for professional development training and consultancy projects, as well as developing, marketing, and scaling open and bespoke courses for conservation professionals and organisations across Africa. Working closely with adjunct faculty, partner institutions, and internal and external stakeholders, the Manager will ensure that all offerings meet client needs, uphold ALU’s brand standards, and contribute to the School’s financial sustainability. As with all SOWC roles, this position will require flexibility, collaboration, and a proactive “startup” mindset.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Development and Client Engagement

• Identify, pursue, and secure new professional development and consultancy opportunities with conservation organisations, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners across Africa.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat engagements.
• Prepare high-quality proposals, expressions of interest, budgets, and contracts for consultancy and training assignments.
• Represent SOWC in external meetings, conferences, and networks to expand visibility and business opportunities.

Professional Development Courses

• Design, market, and manage a portfolio of short courses and leadership programs for conservation professionals, including open-enrolment and bespoke offerings.
• Coordinate course logistics, marketing, participant recruitment, and delivery, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
• Work with adjunct faculty, subject-matter experts and the ALU Learning Experience Design and Implementation (LEDI) teams to develop course content and facilitate delivery.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies and partnerships to expand enrollment and reach new audiences across Africa.
• Monitor and report on course impact and feedback, ensuring continuous improvement and relevance to the sector’s evolving needs.

Consultancy Services

• Manage end-to-end delivery of consultancy assignments, including project planning, coordination of experts, reporting, and client communication.
• Ensure timely and high-quality outputs that meet contractual obligations and strengthen SOWC’s reputation for excellence.
• Maintain accurate financial and administrative tracking and reporting for each consultancy project in coordination with the Operations and Finance teams.

Operational and Financial Management

• Working with the Fundraising and Operations department, oversee project budgets, invoicing, and reporting, ensuring compliance with ALU’s financial policies and donor requirements.
• Contribute to the development of annual workplans, revenue targets, and financial forecasts for the professional development and consultancy portfolio.
• Maintain centralised systems for proposal tracking, client communication, contracts, and project documentation.

Partnerships and Collaboration

• Work closely with the Fundraising and Operations Manager to align fundraising, communications, and partnership strategies with the professional development agenda.
• Collaborate with the ALU Marketing and Communications and the ALU Business Development team to produce marketing materials, alumni stories, and success narratives that strengthen brand visibility
• Contribute to SOWC-wide initiatives such as the Business of Conservation Conference (BCC) and other external stakeholder engagements.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Conservation, Environmental Management, Education, or related field (Master’s degree an advantage).
• 5+ years of experience in professional education, training, business development, consultancy management, or project management — ideally within conservation, sustainability, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing contracts or partnerships with large institutions, government bodies, or international NGOs.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and deliver on time and within budget.

Required Competencies

• Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent project management, coordination, and organisational abilities.
• Strong communication, proposal writing, and presentation skills.
• Financial acumen and experience in budgeting and contract management.
• Familiarity with digital learning tools, CRM systems, and workplace platforms such as G-Suite, Slack, Salesforce, or equivalents.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, adaptable, results-driven, and comfortable with ambiguity.
• A strong interest in conservation, sustainable development, and leadership in Africa.
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, distributed, and agile team.

ABOUT ALU

ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors. They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now. Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an open yet secure environment, balancing the safety of students, staff, and visitors with respect for individual rights, and safeguarding responsibilities.

HOW WE WORK

The ALU Team works in starkly different ways to traditional academic bureaucracies. We approach education from first principles, empower individuals to design, test, and implement creative new ideas, and work closely together to craft transformative learning experiences. We are deeply passionate about our students and excited by the challenge of building something entirely new.

The African Leadership College of Higher Education team is committed to ensuring the safety and Well-being of all students under our care. As part of this commitment, we have a comprehensive safeguarding policy in place, which outlines our Zero-tolerance approach to any violation of safeguarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Vice Provost is a senior academic leader at ALU who works closely with the Provost and Chief Product Officer to shape and advance the University’s academic strategy. This role is central to ensuring that ALU’s programs remain globally competitive, industry-relevant, and anchored in academic quality, while also scaling innovation across the institution.

The Vice Provost represents ALU in high-profile higher education and industry forums, strengthening the University’s reputation, credibility, and influence within Africa and globally. While the core mandate is to drive academic excellence and program leadership, the role also steers ALU’s research and thought leadership agenda, connecting emerging ideas and scholarship with curriculum, pedagogy, and entrepreneurship.

This is a role for a visionary academic and strategist who thrives at the intersection of academia and innovation. The successful candidate will anchor academic credibility while pioneering new models of faculty, research, and knowledge creation, redefining how a 21st-century African university contributes to higher education, leadership, and innovation on the global stage.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Strategy  

• Drive integration of industry trends and global best practices into academic almanac, ensuring offerings remain relevant, competitive, and distinctive.
• Support with oversight of academic program quality, accreditation, and regulatory compliance, guaranteeing continuous improvement and excellence.
• Partner with Product and Delivery teams to ensure curriculum, pedagogy, and student experience achieve high impact.
• Champion academic innovation by embedding new approaches, technologies, and pedagogies into teaching and learning.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with accreditation bodies, regulators, and strategic partners to elevate academic credibility.

Thought Leadership & Research

• Coordinate applied research efforts that inform and enrich curriculum design, industry engagement, and student experience across the Institution.
• Facilitate collaboration with internal and external experts to develop research agendas linked to academic and institutional priorities.
• Act as a brand ambassador by representing ALU in conferences, forums, and public discourse, positioning the University as a thought leader.
• Identify and secure external funding opportunities to support research, academic initiatives, and strategic projects.
• Enhance the visibility and credibility of ALU through published research, events, and high-profile engagements.

Academic Program Leadership

• Provide strategic oversight in collaboration with Product and Design teams, for academic program execution across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education.
• Ensure pedagogy and methodology are consistently applied and evolve to maintain academic rigor and market relevance.
• Participate in and recommend ALU signature events and program-specific events that strengthen the institution’s reputation and student experience.
• Serve as faculty professor and teach courses aligned with expertise, contributing directly to student learning and academic excellence.

Faculty Leadership

• Promote the University and support the building of a strong pipeline of qualified faculty, aligned with the institution’s values and mission.
• Train and develop high-quality faculty with strong research and teaching capabilities.
• Provide mentorship and career development opportunities for the University’s faculty, across all programs.
• Evaluate postgraduate faculty performance and promote excellence in teaching, research, and thought leadership.

Program Leadership

• Drive and lead the concepts, strategies and operational success of specific units within the institution including Centre for Entrepreneurship, School of Business, Centre for Reimagine Africa.
• Lead the Business Development agenda, ensuring academic products and services are well-positioned in the marketplace and in entrepreneurship ecosystems.
• Serve as the Custodian of the Entrepreneurship Ethos, embedding entrepreneurial thinking across academic programs and institutional culture.
• Ensure Executive Education is designed and delivered at global standards, aligned with ALU’s strategy, and responsive to evolving leadership and industry needs. 

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Academic Strategy & Quality: Growth in ALU’s visibility, credibility, and global footprint in higher education, supported by strong accreditation outcomes and alignment with global best practice.
• Program Impact: Strength and quality of academic programs, reflected in rankings, enrolment, retention, completion rates, and student satisfaction.
• Executive Education Growth: Expansion of executive education offerings, measured through enrolment, revenue growth, participant impact, and repeat partnerships.
• Faculty Excellence: Advancement of faculty recruitment, development, and performance, ensuring a strong pipeline of qualified, innovative educators.
• Thought Leadership & Research: Tangible research outputs, recognition in industry and academia, and the development of high-value partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Entrepreneurship Ethos: Clear integration and visibility of entrepreneurial thinking across programs, student outcomes, and institutional reputation.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all young persons and vulnerable adults with whom we deal,  by adhering to ALU’s comprehensive safeguarding policy, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach to any violations of safeguarding standards. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DBA, or equivalent) from a recognized institution, with specialization in business, education, or a closely related discipline.
• Extensive leadership experience (10+ years) in senior higher education roles, ideally including oversight of business schools, executive education, or centers of innovation/entrepreneurship.
• A proven track record in academic strategy, program leadership, and institutional development, preferably within an African or global university context with a strong business and leadership orientation.
• Recognized scholarly contributions, including publications, research outputs, and participation in international academic or industry forums.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum innovation, and pedagogy, with the ability to align academic programs to industry and societal needs.
• Strong expertise in business development and market positioning of academic products and services, including executive education.
• Proven ability to navigate complexity and lead across multiple stakeholders (faculty, students, regulators, funders, and industry partners) in a competitive higher education landscape.
• Exceptional strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and networking skills, with the ability to represent the institution globally.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Academic Excellence: Deep commitment to fostering world-class postgraduate education and research.
• Industry Engagement: Strong network and ability to build partnerships with corporate and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to align academic initiatives with current institutional products and services.
• Team Development: Ability to mentor faculty and staff while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Commitment to pioneering the ALU educational models and promoting entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial leadership in postgraduate education.
• Business Development: Strong ability to engage with investors and external partners to drive business growth for ALU.