Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture
Function: Staffing
Employer: One
Acre Fund
Job Title: Nyanza District Office Administrators (2)
Job Location: Kisii,
Nyanza
Organization Description: One Acre Fund is an NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.
One Acre invests in farmers to
generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a
"market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and
fertilizer, and market access.
Our program is proven impactful –
every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average
gain in farm income per acre.
We are growing quickly. In six years,
we have grown to serve over 135,000 farm families with more than 1000 full-time
staff.
Job Description: One
Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take
up the position of District Office Administrator.
One Acre Fund is looking for
experienced and talented candidates who are committed to making a difference in
farmers’ lives.
Desired Skills and Experience
Desired Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of basic accounting, data and
administrative management practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of clerical practices and
procedures.
- Basic knowledge of human resources management
practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of business and management
principles.
- Computer skills and knowledge of office
software packages
- Leadership experience in team management.
- Willingness to work in Nyanza.
- At least a Diploma in business, social science
and IT and related courses from a recognized institution.
Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and
leadership skills.
We provide constant, actionable
feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career
reviews.
We also have regular one-on-one
meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively
to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
Key Competencies
Key Competencies
- Excellent communication skills.
- Judgment and problem solving ability
- High levels of flexibility and multi-tasking.
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Work and time management.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
and integrity.
- Problem analysis and assessment.
- Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
- Passionate about serving smallholder farmers.
- Commitment to humble service, continual growth
and career development.
Compensation: Competitive
Salary based on experience and Education
Benefits: Performance
based bonuses, airtime and small transportation allowances
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback.
Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Mandatory Requirements: submit via
Email
1.
Cover letter
2.
Resume
Submit to: kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org
(Subject line: Office Administrator + the place you heard of the position) and
salary expectation.
Deadline for resume submissions is on the 24th November 2014 at 5pm.
Deadline for resume submissions is on the 24th November 2014 at 5pm.