Careers stories
Discover our latest careers stories - from interviews with staff at all levels of the organisation, to advice and top-tips for your application journey and deep dives on all things DEI, we hope these blogs help you understand even more about what a career at One Acre Fund looks like.
Discover our careers stories
How our Work Culture has Evolved During COVID-19
Raïssa Muhaturukundo, the Internal Communications Lead at One Acre Fund Rwanda, talks about how the coronavirus pandemic has influenced our work culture and how we have adapted to the new normal.
Essential Jobs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
We spoke with two staffers to find out how their roles have supported our work with farmers during a global health pandemic.
Four Things to Know about an Interview with us During COVID-19
For prospective candidates, here are four important things to know about interviewing at One Acre Fund during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In My Own Words: David Buruchara
David, a Global Sourcing Logistics Associate, talks about his team’s role in our ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and what it means to deliver impact to more than one million farmers.
In My Own Words: Nephat Maritim
Nephat Maritim, a Government Relations Senior Analyst, talks about how we're collaborating with the Government to serve farmers during the coronavirus crisis, his career, and where he draws inspiration for his work.
In My Own Words: Elvis Munane
Elvis, a member of our Global Recruitment team, discusses his role and gives his insider perspective about the hiring process at One Acre Fund.
In My Own Words: Doreen Ndishabandi
Doreen, a 2018 Skoll Foundation Emerging Leaders Fellow and Chief of Staff at One Acre Fund Rwanda, talks about the organization’s ongoing work around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
In My Own Words: Claire Brosnihan
Over the past five years, our program in Rwanda has expanded rapidly to serve nearly 400,000 farmers. Claire, our Director, Global Field Operations, recounts her favourite moments and lessons learnt over this period.
Diversifying Our Team As We Grow
One Acre Fund’s Executive Director talks about the organization’s efforts to build a more diverse and inclusive team.
Developers for Scale: What a Career in Tech at One Acre Fund Looks Like
We might not talk about it much, but technology is an increasingly large part of how we deliver impact for our clients.
How We Hire at One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund Executive Director Andrew Youn shares our approach to hiring — and what we plan to improve.
Behind the Scenes at One Acre Fund’s Soil Lab
Welcome to our soil laboratory, where scientists are unlocking a wealth of knowledge hidden in farmers’ soils.
What It’s Like to Manage a 1,000-Person Team
Leonce Ngaboyakema is One Acre Fund’s execution lead in Rwanda, where he oversees field operations across the entire country.
Reinventing Your Career At The Senior Level
After conquering the private sector, Ayanda Mngadi is using her finance skills to drive change in rural Africa.
Seven Surprising Careers in Agriculture
Working in agriculture means more than simply farming. Here’s how you can use your professional skills to make an impact.
Dreaming to End Hunger
Moses Ariong shares how he’s using his career at One Acre Fund to make an impact in Uganda.
Young People Are Crucial to Africa’s Rural Transformation
Africa’s agricultural industry is expected to grow in the coming years, opening up opportunities for young people entering the workforce.
Why I Left Google for a Career in Development
More and more millennials are looking for purpose in their careers. Here’s why some members of our staff left the corporate world to give back to their communities.
Why Working In Rural Areas Makes Sense
Anyone who passionately wants to see African countries develop should want to be on the front lines of that development.
Growing Careers and Families with One Acre Fund
We're working hard at creating a culture that is inclusive of working parents and their children.
Taking A Look Inside One Acre Fund's Headquarters
Have you taken the video tour of our Kenya headquarters yet?
Jumpstart Your Career With A One Acre Fund Internship
To find out what it’s like to be a One Acre Fund intern and how to make the most of our internship program, we spoke with three staffers who went through the program.
4 Tips For A Successful One Acre Fund Internship Application
An internship with One Acre Fund is a great way to launch your career, and we’re now looking for the best and brightest young Africans to join our team.
Building a Long-Term Career at One Acre Fund
Victor Matianyi, an I.T. Manager based in Kenya reflects on his career at One Acre Fund since joining in 2013.