One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty. Headquartered in Bungoma, Kenya, the organization works with farmers in rural villages throughout Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania and recently Malawi.
Using a market-based approach, One Acre Fund facilitates activities and transactions at various levels of the farming value chain, including seed sourcing and market support. In 2013, farmers who worked with One Acre Fund realized a 180% return on their investment and significantly increased farm income on every planted acre.Job Description
The MTP is One Acre Fund Nigeria’s flagship early-career leadership development pathway. It is crafted for driven, analytical, mission-aligned young professionals who want to accelerate their growth and build a meaningful career in social impact.The programme attracts early-career professionals with solid experience who are eager to broaden their exposure, expand their capabilities, and contribute to high-impact work across the organisation
Delivered over a structured 6-month period, the programme combines cross-functional rotations, project-based learning, and continuous coaching to accelerate professional growth.
Trainees rotate through field and operations departments, lead real projects, and receive continuous coaching from mid-level managers to senior leaders. The program blends structured learning, operational immersion, and strategic problem-solving, preparing trainees to step into management roles at completion.
The MTP exists to build the leadership capacity required for One Acre Fund to grow sustainably. Management Trainees help us:
Strengthen program execution across departments
Improve decision-making using data and field insights
Drive innovation that responds to an evolving farmer landscape
Build a pipeline of leaders ready to scale high-impact systems
Trainees complete rotations in departments such as:
Programmes Division (Field Operations, Trees, Rural Retail)
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MNE)
Supply Chain & Logistics
People Operations
Product Innovations
During rotations you will:
Support planning, supervision, and daily operations
Analyse operational data and present insights
Shadow mid-level managers and participate in leadership routines
Execute components of projects and contribute to process improvements
Deliver measurable results tied to departmental objectives
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
We are seeking exceptional early-career candidates with 2-3 years of professional experience and a strong desire to grow into mid-level leadership roles at One Acre Fund, Nigeria.
Ultimately, we are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong analytical and leadership potential with humility, adaptability, and a service-oriented mindset. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
Professional Skills
Passion for social impact, operational excellence, and solving complex problems.
Strong work ethic, resilience, and the ability to thrive in results-driven environments.
Strong sense of ethics, honesty, and integrity.
Commitment to delivering high-quality work and driving measurable outcomes.
Experience working in multi-cultural or cross-functional environments is a plus.
Execution Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in Excel or other data tools is an asset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Quantitative reasoning skills to analyze and interpret operational and project metrics.
Creativity and resourcefulness in tackling new challenges.
Management Skills
Demonstrated leadership potential in school, NYSC, volunteer, or early professional experiences
Ability to take ownership of projects and deliver results independently
Openness to coaching, mentorship, and continuous professional growth
Collaborative mindset and inclusivity in decision-making
Ability to build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Academic Background
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline required; related Master’s degree is an asset but not mandatory