Nigeria Execution Specialist

The role

This professional will support scaling tree distribution to 2 million farmers by 2030. The role involves managing operational data, leading expansion mapping, optimizing processes, and leading teams.

What you will do

• Own and maintain operational data management protocols.
• Design, build, and maintain advanced data dashboards.
• Analyze operational data to identify bottlenecks and forecast capacity.
• Ensure data integrity and standardization across operational sites.
• Lead expansion mapping efforts in collaboration with the Expansion Team.
• Conduct nursery location feasibility and logistical assessments.
• Standardize operational launch playbooks.
• Drive continuous productivity and unit cost reductions.
• Identify and integrate field technology solutions.
• Audit field operations to eliminate operational waste.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years relevant professional work experience, including leading teams
• Experience implementing projects at the field level
• University degree in Agricultural Economics, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Agroforestry, International Development, or a related quantitative/opera
• High proficiency in visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker), SQL, or advanced Excel
• Strong understanding of operational cost drivers and efficiency metrics
• Experience with mobile data collection platforms (e.g., CommCare, ODK, Kobo)
• Proven track record managing complex logistics/inventory/distribution operations in rural context
• Ability to analyze complex field data, diagnose root causes, and execute pragmatic, timely decisions
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams across geographically dispersed locations
• Highly organized, self-driven, and adept at managing multi-state project timelines under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills

Nice to have

• Project Management Certification

Benefits

• Health insurance
• paid time off

Before you apply

• This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Nigeria
• 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 Nigeria program is headquartered in Minna, Niger state.