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Kigali, Rwanda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
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.
Job Title
Rwanda Entrepreneur-in-Residence (Fixed-Term) job at One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund
Job Description
The Entrepreneur-in-Residence will work directly with the Venture Analyst and receive guidance from the Venture Studio Director to validate business ideas, build prototypes, and launch impactful agricultural ventures. Responsibilities include conducting market research, developing business models, leading early operations, collaborating with internal teams and external partners, and potentially scaling the venture into an independent business. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Kigali, Rwanda, initially for three months with a possible extension based on performance.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Collaborate on testing agricultural business ideas through market research and customer feedback
Develop and refine business models and identify first customers and strategic partnerships
Lead setup and execution of early-stage operations, including supply chain and customer acquisition
Work closely with the Venture Studio team and external stakeholders to align strategic goals
Take leadership in scaling the business once launched
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Minimum 2 years’ experience in entrepreneurship, business development, or related leadership roles
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong ability to innovate and solve complex problems
Resilience and adaptability to overcome challenges
Data-driven decision-making using customer insights
Rwandan citizenship or permanent residency is required
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.