Rwanda Procurement Associate | Job in Rwanda

📌 ### 📌 Rwanda Procurement Associate About One Acre Fund 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. Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili. About the Role Seeking an exceptional professional to lead procurement operations to source effectively and save money for the program, reinforce controls, build team capacity, and drive execution excellence in our procurement operations. Responsibilities Lead & Develop a High-Performing Procurement Team Manage, coach, and develop a multi-level procurement team, setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable for results. Identify skill gaps and support continuous professional development. Deliver Efficient, Cost-Effective Procurement Execution Ensure timely delivery of goods and services that meet specifications, quality standards, and cost targets. Maintain accurate procurement data and documentation across all systems. Coordinate quality assurance activities and ensure adherence to best procurement practices. Drive Cost Savings & Strategic Procurement Initiatives Lead and support strategic projects aimed at reducing costs and improving procurement efficiency. Partner with internal teams to optimise spend, consolidate demand, and improve purchasing decisions. Support strategic sourcing and supplier optimisation initiatives. Strengthen Procurement Processes, Controls & Compliance Review and improve procurement processes, policies, and systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and customer service. Implement standardised practices that reduce risk, save time, and improve value for money. Ensure compliance with internal controls and procurement governance requirements. 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, you will have: 5+ years of work experience in a related field. People management experience required. Project management experience is desirable. Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Logistics Management, or related field. Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Kigali, Rwanda Benefits Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Ethiopia, Zambia, Nigeria, Malawi and Democratic Republic of Congo. Application Deadline 12 April 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. One 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 address. Please report any suspicious communication here ( globalhotline@oneacrefund.org ), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve. We 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. Apply Click on the APPLY button to send your application documents: Your application will be sent to the employer immediately (Allowed formats: .doc .pdf .txt .docx) A confirmation email will be sent to you few minutes afterwards You can request any documents archived from our website (ex: a job description, a CV, a cover letter...) Please bear in mind that you should never be requested to pay to get interviews, or to pass extra certifications etc... Get in touch Job in Rwanda - (J.I.R Ltd) KG 611 St #10 Gishushu P.O. 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