Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 26 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.

About the Role
The Local Government Relations Coordinator will report to the Government Relation Specialist. You will manage Local Government Relations in 3 districts.
The Local Government Relations Coordinator will manage reporting, communication, and issue resolution for government-related risks in your coverage districts. Additionally, you will coordinate with operational team peers and external partners to ensure program compliance with government regulations.

Responsibilities
• Develop relationships with district and sector officials to improve cooperation with government.
• Represent One Acre Fund at sector and district meetings and events.
• Support One Acre Fund's expansion into new areas through securing local government approvals.
• Coordinate with operational team peers to provide local government related support for the smooth execution of all One Acre Fund programs and activities.
• Coordinate with Subsidy Lead to manage submission of subsidy documents for local government verification and subsidy invoices in your coverage area.
• Ensure reporting to government partners and communicate important issues and recommendations from government to TUBURA and vice versa.
• Identify possible future risks and areas of non-alignment and work with different teams to implement preventative actions.

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, we are looking for someone with at least 2 years of work experience and a passion for our mission to maintain engagement with relevant government partners and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Candidates who fit the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
• Experience working and engaging with public sector and local government officials.
• 2 years working experience
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in English and Kinyarwanda.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office, including excel skills (can maintain complex spreadsheets).

Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Karongi, Rwanda
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Application Link
https://grnh.se/a0a9ea781us 

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