What you will be doing:

• Manage the full execution of sponsored product campaigns across digital advertising platforms like Amazon Advertising, Google Ads and other retail media channels.
• Set up and optimize campaigns through keyword research, targeting refinement, bid management and creative adjustments to meet performance objectives.
• Monitor key performance metrics such as impressions, clicks, conversions and ROI, and implement improvements to maximize visibility and sales impact.
• Run structured A/B tests on creatives, targeting options and bidding strategies to continuously enhance campaign efficiency.
• Conduct detailed keyword research to identify high value search terms and optimize match types, bids and targeting relevance.
• Manage budgets efficiently, monitor pacing and performance against targets and adjust investment strategies when necessary.
• Prepare reports and dashboards that track KPIs, highlight trends and present clear, data driven recommendations for ongoing improvement.
• Analyze performance data to identify insights, business opportunities and risks, and communicate findings to internal stakeholders.
• Monitor competitor activity, benchmark performance and use market intelligence to refine campaign strategy and execution.
• Work closely with cross functional teams including product marketing, e-commerce, analytics and external vendors to align advertising efforts with business goals and category priorities.
• Support product launches, promotional campaigns and commercial initiatives through strong execution of sponsored product advertising.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong experience in digital advertising with hands-on work in sponsored product campaigns on platforms such as Amazon Advertising or Google Ads.
• Solid understanding of campaign setup, optimization, tracking and reporting tools.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, extract insights and take action based on performance trends.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners.
• High level of organization and attention to detail, comfortable managing several campaigns at the same time.
• Good knowledge of e-commerce, online retail and emerging retail media trends.

Kindly make your application by 15th May 2026

Interview stages 

• HR meeting with the Talent Acquisition
• Technical meeting with hiring manager
• Final meeting with the functional manager

Role Summary 

As a Content Writer, you'll be a key contributor to the written content and creative vision for our in-house agency team. You will play a vital role in developing compelling content for a large portfolio of alco-bev brands in the fast-paced environment of a social media newsroom. You’ll combine your strong creative talent, with a particular emphasis on copywriting and content creation, and an understanding of visual trends with a deep knowledge of social media dynamics, social listening, and in-culture content creation.

Reporting to the Creative Director or Associate Creative Director, you’ll be instrumental in ensuring our client's brands not only stand out but also resonate deeply with target audiences in the ever-evolving digital landscape. This is a mid-to-senior level position for a highly creative and strategic thinker with a solid track record of developing and executing impactful campaigns in the social media space.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Development & Execution

• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative creative strategies that align with brand identities and marketing objectives across all social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X, YouTube, etc.).
• Develop compelling copy and content for various social media formats, including captions, scripts, stories, and social-first articles, ensuring a consistent brand voice and tone.
• Leverage provided AI powered tools to enhance efficiency in the creative content output.
• Collaborate with designers and art directors to create visually engaging content, providing direction and feedback to ensure copy and visuals work harmoniously.

In-Culture Content & Storytelling

• Play a key role in the development of content that taps into current trends, memes, hashtags, and cultural moments, with a focus on crafting engaging narratives.
• Integrate social listening insights into the creative process, ensuring content is relevant, resonant, and drives engagement, with a strong emphasis on impactful storytelling.
• Contribute to the creation of authentic and culturally relevant content that speaks to diverse audiences and fosters brand affinity through powerful and persuasive copy.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with strategy analysts, designers, art directors, and content creators, providing clear direction and feedback on copy and content development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including social media managers, strategists, and account managers, to align creative execution with overall campaign goals.
• Present creative concepts and copy ideas effectively to internal teams and stakeholders.

Brand Voice & Messaging

• Ensure all written communications adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent brand voice and tone across all social media touchpoints.
• Contribute to elevating the written aesthetic and messaging of our brands, pushing creative boundaries while staying true to brand values and target audience expectations.
• Uphold the highest standards of creative excellence, ensuring all written content reflects the premium quality of our client's alco-bev portfolio.

Performance & Optimization

• Monitor and analyze the performance of content, using data and analytics to inform creative decisions and optimize future campaigns, with a focus on copy effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to enhance engagement and drive key metrics, such as reach, impressions, engagement and conversions, through compelling copywriting and content strategies.
• Stay up-to-date on platform algorithm changes and best practices to maximize the impact of written content.

Role Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in copywriting or content creation, with a strong focus on social media.
• A proven track record of developing and executing successful creative campaigns, with a portfolio showcasing strong copywriting skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, digital-first environment, preferably within an agency or in-house creative team.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a mastery of tone, voice, and style.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
• Strong knowledge of storytelling principles, content strategy, and social media best practices.
• Excellent understanding of social media analytics and the ability to use data to inform creative decisions, particularly in relation to copy performance.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Strong understanding of Gen-Z and Millennial culture, internet trends, and online communities.

Personal Attributes:

• A highly creative and innovative thinker with a passion for crafting compelling narratives.
• A strong collaborator with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for social media, pop culture, and creating in-culture content.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ever-changing environment.

Company Overview 

A company established in 1982 operates across 3 key markets in East Africa, in addition to managing brands across Pan-Africa through affiliate partners. Scanad is the first and only agency Award-winning ‘African Agency’, originating from Sub Saharan Africa. Over the last 4 decades, it has developed a very sharp point of view on influencing consumer behavior across all industry segments. 

 Scanad is responsible for managing the strategy, creative development, design, digital (including IPO communication planning) for several of the world's biggest Global companies - among them Unilever, Diageo, Shell, KLM to name a few. Scanad is also responsible for quite a few leading African businesses – among them are Safaricom, Equity Bank, KCB and APA. 

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

As the Commercial Lead, you will design and execute our commercial vision in Uganda. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and rural execution, overseeing a diverse portfolio that includes both market access for cash crops (like Coffee and Macadamia) and oversight of our rural retail operations (input sales). This is a high-impact role where you will own the full P&L, lead vertical integration efforts, and design the systems that connect thousands of farmers to global markets.

Responsibilities

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:

Experience & Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: 5+ years of experience in business development, market access, or commercial strategy.
• Value Chain Expertise: Deep understanding of agricultural value chains; experience with Coffee or Macadamia is strongly preferred.

Relevant skills

• Commercial & Strategic Acumen: Demonstrated ability to develop commercial strategies and identify significant revenue generation as well as impact opportunities in the agricultural sector for both farmers and the organisation
• Innovation Pipeline Management: Proven capability in prioritising, designing, running, and scaling commercial pilots in a logical and evidence-based sequence.
• Financial & Risk Modeling: Strong proficiency in financial modeling and budget management.
• Supply Chain & Logistical Execution: Proven capability in overseeing partner negotiations, aggregation logistics, quality control, last-mile distribution, and ensuring products meet buyer standards or export regulations.
• Project & Performance Management: Track record of setting and reviewing KPIs, managing complex multi-workstream projects, and driving accountability for results.
• Partnership Management: Demonstrated success in identifying, developing, and managing commercial partnerships with buyers, processors, and distributors.
• Stakeholder Influence: Ability to represent the department at senior levels and secure buy-in from cross-functional teams, including Field Operations and Government Relations.
• People Leadership: Experience coaching senior staff and building a results-oriented, collaborative team culture.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Jinja, Uganda

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

08 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 this job

As In-Country Operations Manager you will be accountable for shaping and implementing the strategic roadmap for our key strategic partnerships for JUMO by utilising existing local market knowledge, operational execution and building strong relationships internally and externally. You will report to the Regional Manager // East Africa, with a focus primarily on Southern African & East African operations.

You will

• Be responsible for operational targets: Support product performance objectives by contributing recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; initiating productivity improvements, quality checks; resolving problems; identifying trends; determining system improvements; and implementing change.
• Take accountability for relationship management: Sustain rapport with designated stakeholder groups by making regular visits; exploring specific needs; resolving challenges and anticipating new opportunities.
• Be actively engaged: Pro-actively seek inputs and stimulate discussions with teams responsible for Portfolio Management, Product, Marketing, Customer Insights, Data Science, Finance, Capabilities and Customer Operations to resolve potential problems and identify opportunities.
• Own project management and coordination: Take personal accountability in proactively planning and executing new and existing projects and operational activities including but not limited to operational compliance.
• Manage reporting and governance: Provide real-time, robust, reliable, insightful business information and support preparation for partner SteerCo engagements.
• Ensure a clear grasp on any regulatory changes within the ecosystem that will affect our operations in-country.

You will need

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Economics , Accounting or similar.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in Financial Services, Technology, Telecom, FMCGs, FINTECH.
• Spoken and written fluency in English.
• Experience in project management.
• Previous high level and sophisticated relationship management experience across various senior and other levels in an organization.
• A very good understanding and experience of financial products and performance, including credit risk, dynamics of lending, saving and some insurance.
• Experience in negotiating with major counter-party to achieve and facilitate a given strategy.
• Experience leading a team. 
• Prior experience with mobile financial services.
• Excellent time management, planning and organizational skills.
• To be an exceptional communicator, with effective listening skills, intelligent and articulate with strong written and verbal skills. 
• To have a confident personality with strong presentation ability.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, multi-task, prioritize and handle a diverse workload.
• To be decisive, detail orientated, enthusiastic, problem solver.
• The ability to work in a fast paced ever changing environment.

Bonus if you have

• An MBA (added advantage).

We ask a lot of each other at JUMO, but we give a lot too. 

You will love

• Collaborating with smart, engaging people in an inspiring work environment.
• Working for impact.
• Growing and learning continuously, with loads of encouragement and support.
• Boldly taking risks as we navigate new challenges.
• Flexible work practices enabling your best delivery.
• Being autonomous and empowered to lead.

Remote First

You will be based in South Africa or Uganda. We operate a remote first working approach where working remotely is our default way of working. We have co-working spaces available in Cape Town and Kampala, for collaboration and connection and for the use of those who value and want to work out of an office. You have flexibility where to work from, as long as you have access to a reliable connection and are set up to work remotely.

Diversity and Inclusion

At JUMO, we believe that diversity strengthens our teams and we strive in our recruitment process to create an environment where people from every background can collaborate and prosper and be themselves.