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Who We Are:

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa’s farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

The Nigeria program, established in 2018, is headquartered in Minna, Niger state. We’re currently serving over 300,000 unique farmers across the state via our inputs on credit ‘Core’ program, inputs on cash ‘Retail’ program, and have a free tree seedling distribution ‘Agroforestry’ program. To learn more about our work, look at our Nigeria program blog.

Job Description
The MTP is One Acre Fund Nigeria’s flagship early-career leadership development pathway. It is crafted for driven, analytical, mission-aligned young professionals who want to accelerate their growth and build a meaningful career in social impact.The programme attracts early-career professionals with solid experience who are eager to broaden their exposure, expand their capabilities, and contribute to high-impact work across the organisation

Delivered over a structured 6-month period, the programme combines cross-functional rotations, project-based learning, and continuous coaching to accelerate professional growth.

Trainees rotate through field and operations departments, lead real projects, and receive continuous coaching from mid-level managers to senior leaders. The program blends structured learning, operational immersion, and strategic problem-solving, preparing trainees to step into management roles at completion.

The MTP exists to build the leadership capacity required for One Acre Fund to grow sustainably.  Management Trainees help us:

• Strengthen program execution across departments
  

• Improve decision-making using data and field insights
  

• Drive innovation that responds to an evolving farmer landscape
  

• Build a pipeline of leaders ready to scale high-impact systems
  

Trainees complete rotations in departments such as:

• Programmes Division (Field Operations, Trees, Rural Retail)
  

• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MNE)
  

• Supply Chain & Logistics
  

• People Operations
  

• Product Innovations 
  

During rotations you will:

• Support planning, supervision, and daily operations
  

• Analyse operational data and present insights
  

• Shadow mid-level managers and participate in leadership routines
  

• Execute components of projects and contribute to process improvements
  

• Deliver measurable results tied to departmental objectives
  

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.

Requirements

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

Qualifications

We are seeking exceptional early-career candidates with 2-3 years of professional experience and a strong desire to grow into mid-level leadership roles at One Acre Fund, Nigeria. 

Ultimately, we are looking for passionate professionals who combine strong analytical and leadership potential with humility, adaptability, and a service-oriented mindset. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

Professional Skills

• Passion for social impact, operational excellence, and solving complex problems.
  

• Strong work ethic, resilience, and the ability to thrive in results-driven environments.
  

• Strong sense of ethics, honesty, and integrity.
  

• Commitment to delivering high-quality work and driving measurable outcomes.
  

• Experience working in multi-cultural or cross-functional environments is a plus.
  

Execution Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in Excel or other data tools is an asset
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  

• Quantitative reasoning skills to analyze and interpret operational and project metrics.
  

• Creativity and resourcefulness in tackling new challenges.
  

Management Skills

• Demonstrated leadership potential in school, NYSC, volunteer, or early professional experiences
  

• Ability to take ownership of projects and deliver results independently
  

• Openness to coaching, mentorship, and continuous professional growth
  

• Collaborative mindset and inclusivity in decision-making
  

• Ability to build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
  

Academic Background

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline required; related Master’s degree is an asset but not mandatory
  

Language

• Fluency in  English required.
  

Preferred Start Date

February 2026

Duration

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6 Months 

Compensation  

• Salary In line with the job level.
  

• Relocation assistance where applicable
  

• Health insurance.
  

• Working in an organization that values continuous learning and employee development.
  

• Women are strongly encouraged to apply.