Crop Sourcing Officer (Macadamia) - Fixed Term

About the role

Tupande, the Kenya program of One Acre Fund, is looking for an autonomous, field-based Crop Sourcing Officer to run a large-scale macadamia value chain that directly boosts smallholder farmer incomes. The role is fixed term (9 months) and open only to Kenyan citizens or permanent residents.

Key responsibilities

• Learn the standard market requirements for macadamia.
• Advise farmers on pest and disease control methods.
• Maintain accurate production records on behalf of farmer groups, as required by the buying centers.
• Carry out regular farm risk assessments and crop scouting.
• Prepare and register farmers for certification processes set by the Market Access team, and run certification training, inspections and audits.
• Produce reports for supervisors on operational movements.
• Build the farmer base according to the seasonal targets and improve the macadamia buying process at the assigned buying center.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the manager.

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience in an agricultural field, such as agricultural extension or buying.
• Knowledge of the macadamia value chain (crop varieties, quality controls, seasonality, stock taking) is appreciated.
• Track record of planning field activities and troubleshooting issues.
• Able to coordinate teams for harvesting and sourcing from smallholders.
• High school certificate, or a certificate or diploma in agriculture or a related field.
• English; Kiswahili required.

What we offer

• Weekly check-ins with the manager, mentorship and training programs, and regular performance feedback.
• Career reviews every six months.
• Health insurance and paid time off.