Jobs at One Acre Fund

About the Role
The Global Transport & Logistics Associate role will manage OAF global supply chain logistics operations across several product categories and provide expertise to country teams in logistics operations best practices.

• You will ensure our products are delivered on time, in an efficient and cost-effective manner to country program warehouses in Kenya, Rwanda, Malawi, Burundi, and Tanzania
• You will provide expertise to OAF country program teams regarding transport operations best practices
• You will ensure timely delivery of inputs to Sub-Saharan smallholder farmers
• You will be part of the Global Supply Chain Division and report directly to the Non-Agricultural Procurement Manager

Responsibilities

• Ensure goods arrive at One Acre Fund's domestic warehouses 100% on time and in full, and ensure less than 0.5% loss of goods in transit due to mishandling at loading/re-bagging or transportation process
• Manage partnerships and performance reviews with high quality third-party logistics providers to simplify and de-risk logistics operations
• Reduce transport costs across all countries and product categories by 3-5% through strategically negotiated LTAs and regular process improvements
• Guide transport time-saving improvements through streamlined/consolidated product delivery and other logistics process automation
• Lead coordination between Global Supply Chain and in-country Logistics teams to drive best practice transportation at all stages of delivery to farmers
• Support Procurement activities across all countries of operation

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.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• A Bachelors Degree
• At least 3+ years of experience in logistics, procurement, operations, data analysis, or supply chain management
• Project management experience required - you know how to map out a clear and easy to digest project plan
• Data Analysis skills required: experience structuring analyses related to logistics subject matter
• Language: Fluent in English & Swahili
• Experience in import/export or similar operations

Preferred Start Date

• As soon as possible

Application Deadline
03 September 2023

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About the Role

• One Acre Fund requires a solid risk management and internal control system to ensure good stewardship of donor capital. The risk manager role will build on our already strong control environment, broadening it to include a full understanding of enterprise wide risk.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor financial risks
• Ensure One Acre Fund has a solid system of internal controls
• Lead a team of 15+ staff (2 direct reports) as they conduct financial control and risk management audits across our operating countries
• Report key findings from the above to management and board and work with the risk owners to develop solutions to manage the identified risks and internal control gaps.

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.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, we are seeking someone with 5-7+ progressive risk management which may include time spent in internal audit. You are encouraged to apply if you have:

• Thorough understanding of policies and best practices of risk management.
• Knowledge of financial risk management and internal controls as it pertains to a retail oriented, consumer facing and / or agriculturally focused organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills

Preferred Start Date

• As soon as possible

Application Deadline
13 September 2023