Kenya Corporate Operations Specialist at One Acre Fund

One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty.

About The Role

The Corporate Operations team is a department within the People Division tasked with making One Acre Fund an exceptional workplace for all employees and visitors. As the Corporate Operations Specialist, you will ensure all our seven office and apartment locations across Kenya are welcoming, functional, and comfortable.

You will report to the Corporate Operations Manager and lead a team of 15.

Responsibilities

• Oversee space management and service provision in all our office and apartment locations.


• Lead the offices sub-team. Develop a performance culture through mentorship and professional development.


• Design and manage new projects to improve service delivery to internal clients.


• Support the Corporate Operations Manager in developing long-term strategy for the team.

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:

• 2+ years of work experience.


• 1+ years of demonstrated team management experience


• Success in creating detailed project plans and implementing complex projects to success.


• Enthusiasm for learning, feedback and continuous improvement.


• A high degree of ownership and the ability to propel improvements.


• Comfort building relationships across diverse groups of people.


• Educational background; minimum Bachelor’s Degree


• English required; Kiswahili encouraged

Preferred Start Date

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, start dates can vary significantly by role. We are adapting rapidly to Covid-19 and most of our team is now working remotely. Given the changing environment, we will appreciate your flexibility in confirming a start date.

 

Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off

Eligibility: This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya

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