Strategic Partnerships Manager / Senior Associate
2026-07-31T10:33:27+00:00
One Acre Fund
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FULL_TIME
Kigali, Rwanda
Kigali
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Rwanda
Nonprofit, and NGO
Business Operations,Social Services & Nonprofit,Management,Farming & Outdoors,Agribusiness,Agricultural Services & Products
2026-10-23T17:00:00+00:00
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These roles will manage some of our highest-value donor partnerships, leading the coordination and monitoring of grant-funded activities. All roles will report to leaders within our Global Business Development team, while closely coordinating with leaders for the relevant programs. All roles will also interact closely across 1AF’s programming, building deep fluency with our approach to smallholder agriculture: equipping farmers with high-quality products/services to increase their harvests and profits, build their climate resilience, and improve their long-term livelihoods.
Specific roles will have major emphasis areas based on the nature of each donor partnership, helping the organisation pioneer new approaches to thematic priorities including conservation agriculture, engaging women and youth farmers, and smallholder insurance:
Responsibilities or duties
Drive thematic partnerships happening in the field: You will bring an ambitious vision of smallholder prosperity to life in new thematic areas for the organisation, helping us build the capacity to deliver impact to smallholders through conservation agriculture, women/youth engagement, and/or smallholder insurance:
- Project Management and Coordination: Partner with program teams to set goals, design and run project activities, anticipate challenges, and keep every part of the plan moving forward smoothly.
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with program staff to tackle day-to-day and long-term challenges, bringing real-world insights directly to org leadership and the donor.
- Program Fluency: Spend dedicated time in the field with farmers and staff to fully understand work and ensure that all we do in the partnership remains tailored to what farmers really need.
Own, manage and/or support key donor relationships: You will ensure One Acre Fund builds and maintains an excellent relationship with our partners, translating field impact into clear, compelling narratives and keeping our partners deeply connected to our progress:
- Donor Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for all funder communications, seamlessly bridging the gap between donors and field teams in whatever ways are needed, including regular communications, coordinating visits, and more as required.
- Storytelling and Reporting: Through deep program fluency, deliver clear, high-quality narrative and financial updates that demonstrate to our partners the true impact of their support.
- Grant Administration: Manage the essential day-to-day details of the funding, including accurate data tracking, invoices, and otherwise ensuring all grant operations are running smoothly and on time.
Qualifications or requirements
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of professional experience in international development, strategic partnerships, grant management, consulting, or project management, depending on role level.
- Experience in a public-facing role and with managing external stakeholders, preferred.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with a willingness to take initiative and be proactive.
- Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable with data and working in Google Sheets, preferred.
- Fluency in English required.
Experience needed
5-10 years of professional experience in international development, strategic partnerships, grant management, consulting, or project management, depending on role level.
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.
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Kigali, Rwanda, Nairobi, Kenya or the United States (Must be on the East Coast, with a strong preference for New York City).
After you apply, we will notify you which opening/s you are being considered for based on your experience and existing work eligibility for each location as follows:
Kigali, Rwanda: One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.
Nairobi, Kenya: Open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.
US: Open to citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.
Benefits
Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.
Contract Duration
2 years, renewable with a high chance based on good performance.
Travel Requirement
At least two weeks per year. Candidates based in the US should expect to spend four weeks visiting our programs in their first year, with a minimum of two weeks annual travel expected thereafter.
Eligibility
This role is open to all applicants; however, candidates with citizenship or permanent residency in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, or Burundi are strongly preferred.
* Project Management and Coordination: Partner with program teams to set goals, design and run project activities, anticipate challenges, and keep every part of the plan moving forward smoothly. * Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with program staff to tackle day-to-day and long-term challenges, bringing real-world insights directly to org leadership and the donor. * Program Fluency: Spend dedicated time in the field with farmers and staff to fully understand work and ensure that all we do in the partnership remains tailored to what farmers really need. * Donor Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for all funder communications, seamlessly bridging the gap between donors and field teams in whatever ways are needed, including regular communications, coordinating visits, and more as required. * Storytelling and Reporting: Through deep program fluency, deliver clear, high-quality narrative and financial updates that demonstrate to our partners the true impact of their support. * Grant Administration: Manage the essential day-to-day details of the funding, including accurate data tracking, invoices, and otherwise ensuring all grant operations are running smoothly and on time.
* Strong writing and communication skills. * Excellent organisational skills with a willingness to take initiative and be proactive. * Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills. * Comfortable with data and working in Google Sheets, preferred. * Fluency in English required.
* Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Business, Economics, or a related field. * 5-10 years of professional experience in international development, strategic partnerships, grant management, consulting, or project management, depending on role level. * Experience in a public-facing role and with managing external stakeholders, preferred.
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Vacancy title:
Strategic Partnerships Manager / Senior Associate
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Business Operations,Social Services & Nonprofit,Management,Farming & Outdoors,Agribusiness,Agricultural Services & Products]
Jobs at:
One Acre Fund
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, October 23 2026
Duty Station:
Kigali, Rwanda | Kigali
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
These roles will manage some of our highest-value donor partnerships, leading the coordination and monitoring of grant-funded activities. All roles will report to leaders within our Global Business Development team, while closely coordinating with leaders for the relevant programs. All roles will also interact closely across 1AF’s programming, building deep fluency with our approach to smallholder agriculture: equipping farmers with high-quality products/services to increase their harvests and profits, build their climate resilience, and improve their long-term livelihoods.
Specific roles will have major emphasis areas based on the nature of each donor partnership, helping the organisation pioneer new approaches to thematic priorities including conservation agriculture, engaging women and youth farmers, and smallholder insurance:
Responsibilities or duties
Drive thematic partnerships happening in the field: You will bring an ambitious vision of smallholder prosperity to life in new thematic areas for the organisation, helping us build the capacity to deliver impact to smallholders through conservation agriculture, women/youth engagement, and/or smallholder insurance:
- Project Management and Coordination: Partner with program teams to set goals, design and run project activities, anticipate challenges, and keep every part of the plan moving forward smoothly.
- Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with program staff to tackle day-to-day and long-term challenges, bringing real-world insights directly to org leadership and the donor.
- Program Fluency: Spend dedicated time in the field with farmers and staff to fully understand work and ensure that all we do in the partnership remains tailored to what farmers really need.
Own, manage and/or support key donor relationships: You will ensure One Acre Fund builds and maintains an excellent relationship with our partners, translating field impact into clear, compelling narratives and keeping our partners deeply connected to our progress:
- Donor Engagement: Act as the main point of contact for all funder communications, seamlessly bridging the gap between donors and field teams in whatever ways are needed, including regular communications, coordinating visits, and more as required.
- Storytelling and Reporting: Through deep program fluency, deliver clear, high-quality narrative and financial updates that demonstrate to our partners the true impact of their support.
- Grant Administration: Manage the essential day-to-day details of the funding, including accurate data tracking, invoices, and otherwise ensuring all grant operations are running smoothly and on time.
Qualifications or requirements
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of professional experience in international development, strategic partnerships, grant management, consulting, or project management, depending on role level.
- Experience in a public-facing role and with managing external stakeholders, preferred.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with a willingness to take initiative and be proactive.
- Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable with data and working in Google Sheets, preferred.
- Fluency in English required.
Experience needed
5-10 years of professional experience in international development, strategic partnerships, grant management, consulting, or project management, depending on role level.
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.
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Kigali, Rwanda, Nairobi, Kenya or the United States (Must be on the East Coast, with a strong preference for New York City).
After you apply, we will notify you which opening/s you are being considered for based on your experience and existing work eligibility for each location as follows:
Kigali, Rwanda: One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.
Nairobi, Kenya: Open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.
US: Open to citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.
Benefits
Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.
Contract Duration
2 years, renewable with a high chance based on good performance.
Travel Requirement
At least two weeks per year. Candidates based in the US should expect to spend four weeks visiting our programs in their first year, with a minimum of two weeks annual travel expected thereafter.
Eligibility
This role is open to all applicants; however, candidates with citizenship or permanent residency in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, or Burundi are strongly preferred.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026
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