Impact Division Chief of Staff

Kigali,Rwanda Kigali, Rwanda, or flexible based on existing work authorization. Posted 2 months ago

The role

You will support the Chief Impact Officer in advancing the Global Impact Strategy. You will improve coordination between workstreams, increase the reach of leadership, and lead strategic research or operational initiatives.

What you will do

Lead annual development of OKRs aligned to organizational impact strategy
Monitor progress against the strategic plan, OKRs, and other organizational indicators
Ensure fluid collaboration between technical support teams and operational teams
Conduct regular prioritization reviews with division leadership
Serve as the Chief Impact Officer's whip by moving complex projects forward
Represent the Division externally by pursuing early stage opportunities with partners
Take on direct or indirect management responsibilities from division leadership
Lead strategic research or operational initiatives

Required qualifications

University (or higher) degree in Agriculture or a related field (e.g. Ecology, Environmental Science, Ag Economics)
Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to quickly turn around or sense-check quantitative analyses
Strong verbal and written communication across a wide range of audiences
English fluency required
Demonstrated leadership experience, whether at work or outside of formal employment
Strong organizational skills
Systematic thinker
Demonstrated ability to deliver results quickly

Nice to have

Swahili
Kinyarwanda
Kirundi
French
Nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation

Benefits

Health insurance
Housing
Comprehensive benefits
Weekly check-ins with your manager
Access to mentorship and training programs
Regular feedback on your performance
Career reviews every six months

Before you apply

One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role
Applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made

About the company

One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. The organization provides farm supplies, credit, training, and other agricultural services across nine countries.