About One Acre Fund
\nFounded 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\u2019s 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.\u00a0To learn more, please see our\u00a0Why Work Here\u00a0blog post.
\nAbout the Role
\nSeeking a project-focused agronomist to manage field trials and research in Zambia. Coordinate complex agricultural experiments, troubleshoot field challenges, and generate evidence-based recommendations to increase farmer yields and profitability.
\nResponsibilities
\nResearch & Trials<\/p>\n
Identify and prioritise new products or practices through market research, estimating farmer profitability, and risk assessment to ensure they align with organisational goals.
\nBuild rigorous, statistically sound experimental designs that are operationally feasible to execute in a rural field setting, and manage processes to assure data quality
\nEnd-to-End Logistics: Manage the entire inputs supply chain for trials, ensuring inputs arrive on time to meet strict seasonal planting windows.
\nAgile Troubleshooting: Act as the primary lead for on-the-ground execution, adapting protocols to real-world challenges without losing data integrity.<\/p>\n
Field Agronomy & Support<\/p>\n
Practical Translation: Convert complex technical research into simple, actionable advice that works for field officers and smallholder farmers
\nContextual Problem Solving: Provide evidence-based solutions for soil health and crop yields that account for local realities rather than just \u201ctextbook theory.\u201d
\nEmpowerment: Train field staff to troubleshoot independently, focusing on practical skill application rather than just theory.
\nFarmer-Centric Quality Asurance : Monitor field compliance to understand why deviations occur, using those insights to make research protocols more user-friendly.<\/p>\n
Project Management<\/p>\n
Maintain ownership of critical-path timelines and cross-departmental coordination (Logistics, MEL, Field Ops).<\/p>\n
Survey & Data Leadership<\/p>\n
Design high-quality agronomic surveys, validate incoming field data, and conduct rigorous analysis to determine project success.<\/p>\n
Strategic Reporting:<\/p>\n
Translate data findings into clear, \u201csmallholder-focused\u201d recommendations that drive country-level strategy and evidence-based decision-making.<\/p>\n
Career Growth and Development<\/p>\n
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You\u2019ll 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\u2019ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
\nQualifications
\nAcross all roles, these are the\u00a0general qualifications we look for.\u00a0For this role specifically, you will have:<\/p>\n
5+ years of experience in agricultural project management, with a proven track record of managing field trials, coordinating logistics, and delivering results on time and within budget.
\n3-5+ years of experience in agricultural research and field implementation, with demonstrated ability to balance research rigor with practical application, and are operationally feasible.
\nExcellent communication and training skills, with the ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, practical guidance for field staff and farmers
\nExperience in smallholder farmer contexts, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa, is highly valued
\nExcellent stakeholder coordination and communication skills, with the ability to work across teams (procurement, operations, field staff, MEL) to execute complex activities.
\nBachelor\u2019s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field required; Master\u2019s degree preferred
\nSelf-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines effectively
\nProven experience in agricultural trial design and implementation. Strong quantitative skills with experience in data analysis (proficiency in R, Python, or similar statistical software preferred) will be considered an advantage<\/p>\n
Preferred Start Date
\nAs soon as possible
\nJob Location
\nKabwe, Zambia
\nBenefits
\nHealth insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits
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\nContract Duration
\n1 Year
\nEligibility
\nThis role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of\u00a0Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of Congo and Nigeria.
\nApplication Deadline
\n12 May 2026. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.
\nOne Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org\u00a0address. Please report any suspicious communication here (undefined),\u00a0but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.
\nDiversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization\u2019s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected \u2013 so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
\nWe are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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