About Company

One Acre Fund is a non-profit social enterprise that supplies smallholder farmers with the financing and training they need to grow their way out of hunger and poverty. We are a data-driven, results-oriented organisation that serves over 1 million farmers across Africa. Our innovative model provides a complete “market bundle” of services that helps farmers improve their harvests, increase their incomes, and build more resilient futures.

In Rwanda, we are one of the largest partners to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI), serving hundreds of thousands of farming families. We are deeply committed to our “farmers-first” mission and to developing our talented staff. Joining One Acre Fund means becoming part of a high-performing, impactful team that is contributing directly to Rwanda’s development goals.

Job Description

Are you passionate about transforming Rwandan agriculture and empowering farming communities? One Acre Fund is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Officer to join our dynamic field operations team. This is a crucial role responsible for the successful implementation of our innovative agricultural programs, which provide farmers with the tools and knowledge to significantly increase their yields and profitability.

Based in our Kigali office with frequent travel to the field, the Project Officer will work directly with our field teams and farmer groups. You will be responsible for overseeing program activities, monitoring progress, and ensuring the quality and impact of our work. This is a hands-on position for a skilled project manager who is comfortable working in both an office and a rural field environment. If you are a Rwandan national with a strong background in agriculture and a commitment to delivering measurable results for farmers, we strongly encourage you to apply.

What You Will Do

• Oversee the successful implementation of our core agricultural training programs for Field Officers and farmer groups in designated districts.
• Monitor the timely and accurate distribution of high-quality seeds, fertilizer, and other essential farm inputs to our clients.
• Systematically collect, analyze, and report on field data related to crop performance, farmer adoption rates, and overall project impact.
• Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with local government stakeholders, community leaders, and other partners.

Why Join Us

• Join a highly impactful and rapidly growing agricultural NGO that is a major and respected partner in Rwanda’s national development.
• See the direct, tangible impact of your work on the harvests, incomes, and livelihoods of thousands of Rwandan farming families.
• Be part of a data-driven, innovative, and highly professional team that is committed to excellence and continuous learning.
• We offer a competitive local salary, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development within our organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all field-level project activities in your designated region, in accordance with the annual work plan and budget.
• Directly supervise and mentor a team of Field Officers, providing regular coaching, support, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Organize and often lead farmer training sessions, community meetings, and demonstration plot activities.
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits to project sites to ensure program quality, resolve challenges, and gather direct feedback from farmers.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and quarterly project reports for internal management and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the design, piloting, and scaling of new agricultural innovations and program expansions.

Required Skills

• Strong project planning, management, and execution skills.
• Excellent leadership, training, mentorship, and facilitation abilities.
• A deep and practical understanding of the context, challenges, and opportunities of smallholder agriculture in Rwanda.
• Strong data collection and basic analysis skills; high proficiency with Microsoft Excel is a must.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of people, from farmers to government officials.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Rural Development, or a closely related field is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional, hands-on experience in project management or implementation, specifically within the agriculture or rural development sector in Rwanda.
• Complete professional fluency in both Kinyarwanda and English (written and spoken) is an essential requirement for this role.
• This position is designated for Rwandan nationals only.

Perks & Benefits

• A competitive monthly gross salary paid in Rwandan Francs (RWF).
• Enrollment in a comprehensive health insurance plan for you and your legal dependents.
• Generous paid annual leave, sick leave, and other leave benefits.
• A monthly communication (airtime) and transport allowance to facilitate field travel.
• A strong, supportive company culture that is deeply invested in staff development, with access to numerous training and mentorship programs.

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