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One Acre FundNigeria State Expansion Specialists
This full-time, on-site leadership role in Nigeria launches and runs One Acre Fund's newest expansion state, with locations listed in Kano, Jigawa or Gombe. The specialist…
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This full-time, on-site leadership role in Nigeria launches and runs One Acre Fund's newest expansion state, with locations listed in Kano, Jigawa or Gombe. The specialist selects sites, builds the in-state team and leads the first season across credit, cash, Trees and extension programs, with responsibility for the state's targets.
Job Description
This full-time, on-site leadership role in Nigeria launches and runs One Acre Fund's newest expansion state, with locations listed in Kano, Jigawa or Gombe. The specialist selects sites, builds the in-state team and leads the first season across credit, cash, Trees and extension programs, with responsibility for the state's targets.
Responsibilities
- Lead community mapping and site selection, building on approvals and risk assessments already completed.
- Recruit and onboard the in-state team, and lead its coordinators and frontline managers.
- Coordinate the state's operational calendar, from enrollment and training to repayment and aggregation.
- Monitor programme performance and risks, and give evidence-based recommendations on readiness to scale.
Requirements
- 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years leading field teams or managing multi-workstream operations.
- A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field.
- Willingness to work in a rural or remote location, travel extensively and relocate as needs evolve.
- Fluency in English.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in the predominant local language of the assigned state, such as Hausa, is an advantage.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health insurance and paid time off.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this job based?
The posting lists Kano, Jigawa or Gombe in Nigeria, and describes the role as on-site.
Who can apply, and by when?
Only citizens or permanent residents of Nigeria may apply. The application deadline is 27 October 2026.
What experience is required?
The posting asks for 5 years of relevant experience, including 3 years leading field teams or managing multi-workstream operations.
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