Rwanda Rwanda Seed Quality Control Coordinator Organization One Acre Fund Posted 22 Sep 2026 Closing date 16 Dec 2026 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 agriculture professional with 1–2 years of Hybrid Maize seed industry experience and a Bachelor’s in Agriculture to serve as Seed Quality Control Coordinator. You will oversee quality, SOPs, and compliance for our 4, 000 MT processing plant. Responsibilities Seed Quality Assurance & SOP Compliance Oversee comprehensive quality assurance, SOP implementation, and regulatory compliance across every stage of the 4, 000 MT seed processing plant to meet partner, client, and regulatory standards. Processing Plant Operations & Technical Guidance Partner closely with the Processing Coordinator to provide technical guidance, conduct continuous quality inspections, and balance operational efficiency with production targets. People & Team Management Lead and manage plant quality staff and casual workers, driving capacity building and training to ensure strict adherence to SOPs and quality standards. Stakeholder Management & System Improvement Act as the primary liaison between internal processing teams, external clients, and regulatory bodies while continuously strengthening quality control systems across the seed value chain. 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: 1–2 years of experience in the hybrid maize seed industry, seed quality control, or plant operations. Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Proven expertise in seed quality assurance, SOP development, and regulatory compliance Demonstrated technical understanding of 4, 000 MT processing plant operations and quality risk mitigation. Strong leadership and people management skills with experience training diverse plant staff and casual workers Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Eastern Province, Gatsibo District, Kabarore, Rwanda Benefits Health insurance, paid time off Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda. Application Deadline 16 December 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. orgaddress. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund. org), but do not
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