Agriculture Research Manager at One Acre Fund

Qualifications

We are seeking an exceptional professional with 2-5+ years of experience and a demonstrated passion for and knowledge of agricultural sciences and development. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Experience with agricultural research and application of findings, especially in smallholder tropical agriculture.
• A formal educational background in the agricultural sciences, especially soil science, agronomy, or disease and pest management. MSc is required; PhD is strongly preferred.
• Strong work experiences, which may include a demanding professional work experience, successful entrepreneurial experience, leading a conference, starting a business, solid Peace Corps accomplishments, etc.
• Strong project management, communication, and leadership experience.
• Strong data management and analysis skills. Experience with Excel required; experience with R or Stata strongly preferred.
• We are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong leadership skills with good humor, patience, and a humble approach to service to join our growing family of leaders.
• A willingness to commit to living in East Africa for at least two years - this is a long-term, career-track role. The ideal candidate will have at least one year demonstrated experience working in the developing world, although this is not a strict requirement.
• Language: English required. Kiswahili and/or French preferred.

Preferred Start Date

Early 2017

Compensation

Commensurate with experience. 

Benefits

Health insurance, immunizations, flights, housing and food stipend.

Sponsor International Candidates

Yes

East Africans strongly encouraged to apply.