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One Acre FundCommercial Strategy Lead – High Value Crops
This full-time, on-site role in Kakamega, Kenya centres on commercial strategy for high value crops within One Acre Fund's Kenya program. The lead runs strategic projects…
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This full-time, on-site role in Kakamega, Kenya centres on commercial strategy for high value crops within One Acre Fund's Kenya program. The lead runs strategic projects tied to the crop and potato plans, analyses market, supply and pricing data, and builds business cases on varieties, partnerships and margins. The work involves coordinating agronomy, supply chain, government relations and operations teams, and reporting progress to leadership. It suits an experienced project…
Job Description
This full-time, on-site role in Kakamega, Kenya centres on commercial strategy for high value crops within One Acre Fund's Kenya program. The lead runs strategic projects tied to the crop and potato plans, analyses market, supply and pricing data, and builds business cases on varieties, partnerships and margins.
The work involves coordinating agronomy, supply chain, government relations and operations teams, and reporting progress to leadership. It suits an experienced project manager who can turn data into investment decisions.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic crop and potato projects, setting milestones and owners
- Analyse market, supply and pricing data to support commercial decisions
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and task forces toward agreed deliverables
- Track portfolio performance and recommend scaling, pausing or changing initiatives
Requirements
- At least five years of experience leading complex projects or operations
- Strong project and stakeholder management, including influencing without formal authority
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google Suite
Qualifications
- Commercial judgment for assessing viability and financial implications
- Ability to turn a multi-year strategy into concrete execution plans
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health insurance and housing
- Other comprehensive benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this role based?
The role is on site in Kakamega, Kenya. The posting limits eligibility to Kenyan citizens and permanent residents.
How much experience is required?
The posting asks for at least five years of experience managing complex projects or operations, along with strong analytical and stakeholder skills.
When does the application window close?
The posting gives 14 January 2027 as the deadline and says hiring happens on a rolling basis until the role is filled.
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