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Are you looking for Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in Rwanda 2025 today? then you might be interested in E&S and Impact Senior Associate job at One Acre Fund
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Africa by providing them with the tools, training, and financing necessary to grow their crops more effectively. Founded in 2006, the organization has gained recognition for its impactful approach to sustainable agriculture, reaching millions of farmers across Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and other countries. Known for its strong reputation and commitment to innovation, One Acre Fund has been recognized globally for its scalable model that empowers farmers and promotes food security.
The work culture at One Acre Fund is dynamic and collaborative, offering employees opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment. With job opportunities across various departments, the organization promotes flexible work arrangements, fostering a healthy work-life balance. One Acre Fund’s innovative business model combines market-driven approaches with a deep understanding of local farming needs, helping farmers access affordable seeds, fertilizers, and training.
The organization has expanded significantly, with over 1 million farmers benefiting from its services, and continues to evolve in response to the changing agricultural landscape. Core values such as integrity, sustainability, and customer-focused innovation drive the company’s work, which is also supported by its commitment to corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at improving education, health, and access to financial services for rural communities. For more information, visit www.oneacrefund.org.
Job Title
E&S and Impact Senior Associate job at One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund
Job Description
The role involves designing and implementing the fund’s Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS), conducting due diligence on investments, and working with investee companies on risk mitigation and capacity building. The Associate will also lead impact framework development, collaborate with internal teams on monitoring and evaluation, and oversee sustainability disclosures. The role requires close engagement with stakeholders, training, and representation of the fund at industry forums. This position offers growth through regular mentorship, training programs, and bi-annual career reviews.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS)
Conduct environmental and social risk due diligence for investments
Develop Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAPs)
Monitor investee progress on ESAPs and provide implementation guidance
Design and implement the SRV impact management and monitoring framework
Review investment proposals for social/environmental impact
Collaborate with internal teams on impact surveys and data analysis
Lead sustainability-related disclosures and reporting (EU taxonomy/SFDR)
Conduct internal training on E&S risk management
Manage technical assistance for capacity building among investees
Represent the fund in environmental and social forums

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Science, Social Science, Development Economics, Sustainable Development, or related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience in impact investing, development finance, or impact measurement
Knowledge of IFC Performance Standards and international E&S best practices
Familiarity with Theory of Change, impact management, and performance metrics
Experience working with smallholder farmers and early-stage companies
Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams
Knowledge of East African languages is an added advantage
Adaptable and flexible, with a passion for learning in a dynamic environment
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
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