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About the Organisation
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips more than 4 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 her income and assets on supported land by more than 40 percent, while permanently improving her climate resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 8,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Our Uganda program, founded in 2016, serves approximately 27,000 farmers. We offer bespoke training to coffee farmers to help them improve their yields, and distribute a range of different tree species through local nurseries situated close to farmers. Our team in Uganda is headquartered in Jinja, close to the districts we serve, and supported by a small presence in Kampala. To learn more about our work, look at our Uganda program blog
Business Development & Commercial Innovations Lead (Fixed-Term) job at One Acre Fund | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Africa by providing them with the tools, training, and financing necessary to grow their crops more effectively. Founded in 2006, the organization has gained recognition for its impactful approach to sustainable agriculture, reaching millions of farmers across Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and other countries. Known for its strong reputation and commitment to innovation, One Acre Fund has been recognized globally for its scalable model that empowers farmers and promotes food security.
The work culture at One Acre Fund is dynamic and collaborative, offering employees opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment. With job opportunities across various departments, the organization promotes flexible work arrangements, fostering a healthy work-life balance. One Acre Fund’s innovative business model combines market-driven approaches with a deep understanding of local farming needs, helping farmers access affordable seeds, fertilizers, and training.
The organization has expanded significantly, with over 1 million farmers benefiting from its services, and continues to evolve in response to the changing agricultural landscape. Core values such as integrity, sustainability, and customer-focused innovation drive the company’s work, which is also supported by its commitment to corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at improving education, health, and access to financial services for rural communities. For more information, visit www.oneacrefund.org.
Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Business Development & Commercial Innovations Lead (Fixed-Term) job at One Acre Fund
Full Time
Deadline:
12 Nov 2024
Job Title
Business Development & Commercial Innovations Lead (Fixed-Term) job at One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund
Job Description
You will identify and partner with private sector / commercial entities to develop value chain offerings for our smallholder farmers. You will also design and implement trials of new commercial strategies, contributing to the economic growth and sustainability of Ugandan farmers. Your success will lead to increased commercial opportunities and, therefore, income for our farmers.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Strategy and Execution, you will work with external organizations and require a high level of autonomy.
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Kampala, or Jinja, Uganda (this is a hybrid role, with time spent in our offices as well as time traveling to meet partners and spending time in the field to understand field team needs)
Benefits
Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits
Contract Duration
4 years (until the end of 2028)
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.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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.
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Responsibilities
Business Development (40%)
Establish partnerships with commercial entities, including buyers, processors, and distributors, to develop value chain offerings for smallholder farmers in Uganda.
Assess market opportunities for crops, such as chia, coffee, and other high-value crops.
Negotiate terms and legal agreements / contracts with commercial partners to ensure mutual benefit and sustainability for One Acre Fund, our farmers and our partners.
Commercial Innovations:(20%)
Design and implement trials, in collaboration with Field Facing / Execution teams, of different commercial strategies to enhance the economic viability of smallholder farmers.
Develop and test approaches to link farmers with markets and improve their market access, e.g. Establish crop certification processes and ensure farmers meet these standards with training and support.
Stakeholder Engagement:(30%)
Collaborate with our teams, including Field-facing, Impact, and other Commercialisation staff ( particularly the Head of Commercial Strategy & Execution), to align commercial initiatives with organizational goals.
Engage with community leaders, farmer cooperatives, and other partners to support commercial innovations.
Represent us in meetings, conferences, trade fairs, and forums related to value chains in which One Acre Fund Uganda is involved (or planning to be be involved) agriculture.
Monitoring and Evaluation (10%)
In collaboration with the MEL team, develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans to assess the impact of commercial strategies.
Collect and analyze data to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
Present reports on business development and commercial innovation activities to partners and funders.
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.
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Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in business development, market access, commercial strategy, or related roles, preferably in the agricultural sector.
Understanding of agricultural value chains (preferably in Coffee, Macadamia, Chia, Avocado, Maize, Beans, Groundnuts, and/or Agroforestry products) and market dynamics.
Experience establishing and managing commercial partnerships
