<h2>About One Acre Fund</h2><p>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.</p><p>Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers. In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications.</p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>Ensures compliance with food safety, environmental, and regulatory standards and leads a team of QA Officers and technicians to deliver consistent product quality and operational excellence.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>Quality Assurance Strategy and Leadership</p><ul><li>Develop and implement a robust QA strategy, policies, and procedures aligned with company goals and industry best practices.</li><li>Lead continuous improvement initiatives to elevate product quality and reduce deviations and non-conformities.</li><li>Set quality performance targets, monitor KPIs, and report results to senior leadership.</li></ul><p>Team Management</p><ul><li>Manage and mentor a team of QA Officers and laboratory personnel.</li><li>Oversee staff scheduling, training, performance management, and skills development.</li><li>Ensure the QA team operates efficiently and is well-equipped with tools and training.</li></ul><p>Compliance and Regulatory Oversight</p><ul><li>Ensure all operations comply with Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), HACCP, GMP, SHEQ, and local environmental regulations.</li><li>Coordinate and lead internal and external audits; prepare reports and follow up on corrective actions.</li><li>Act as the point of contact for quality and food safety inspections by external bodies.</li></ul><p>Laboratory Oversight</p><ul><li>Oversee all laboratory testing processes, including dry matter, oil quality, ripening, water, and wastewater analysis.</li><li>Ensure testing equipment is calibrated, maintained, and operated according to SOPs.</li><li>Review and validate test results; investigate and escalate significant deviations.</li></ul><p>Process and Product Quality Assurance</p><ul><li>Monitor and validate quality at critical control points across receiving, ripening, processing, and storage.</li><li>Approve raw material intake, in-process materials, and finished products based on quality criteria.</li><li>Review QA reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).</li></ul><p>Facility Hygiene and Sanitation</p><ul><li>Ensure cleaning schedules cover all production areas, equipment, and facilities.</li><li>Review cleaning records and sanitation checklists.</li><li>Approve cleaning and sanitizing chemicals and ensure correct concentrations are used</li><li>Supervise the sanitation consumable use and stock control</li></ul><p>Documentation and Reporting</p><ul><li>Maintain complete and accurate QA documentation, including test records, deviation logs, and audit reports.</li><li>Compile and present weekly/monthly quality reports to management.</li><li>Drive root cause analysis and ensure proper closure of non-conformities.</li></ul><p>Food Safety and Waste Management</p><ul><li>Champion food safety culture across the organization.</li><li>Supervise proper waste segregation, disposal, and environmental controls.</li><li>Ensure proper handling of boiler water and wastewater testing for regulatory compliance.</li></ul><h2>Career Growth and Development</h2><p>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.</p><h2>Qualifications</h2><p>Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:</p><ul><li>Minimum academic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, Microbiology, or a related discipline.</li><li>Work Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in quality assurance in food manufacturing or agro-processing. At least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity overseeing QA/lab teams.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in the Food safety management system, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.</li><li>Attention to detail: Ensures all your tasks are completed to the processing needs.</li><li>Analytical skills: Have the ability to identify a problem, investigate to find out relevant facts, and find a logical solution.</li><li>Written and verbal communication: Strong verbal communication skills can help you explain ways to improve processes to other people so they can achieve set quality standards.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team: Teamwork champion for team work to to help all departments deliver their deliverables.</li><li>Time management: Ensures you have adequate time to complete your tasks to the desired output and quality standards.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Start Date</h2><p>As soon as possible</p><h2>Job Location</h2><p>Sagana, Kenya</p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>Health insurance, paid time off</p><h2>Contract Duration</h2><p>1 Year</p><h2>Eligibility</h2><p>This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.</p><h2>Application Deadline</h2><p>26 October 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.</p><p><em>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 @</em> <em>oneacrefund.org</em> <em>address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), </em><strong><em>but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.</em></strong></p><p><em>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.</em></p><p><em>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.</em></p><h2><br></h2>

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Tupande Soko Avocado Oil Quality Assurance Senior Coordinator (Fixed-Term)

<h2>About One Acre Fund</h2><p>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.</p><p>Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers. In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications.</p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>Operate and maintain the boiler systems that provide steam and hot water required for processing</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>Boiler operation</p><ul><li>Monitor boiler systems to ensure efficient and safe operation.</li><li>Perform routine inspections and maintenance on boiler systems.</li><li>Diagnose and repair boiler system issues.</li><li>Conduct safety tests and system checks to ensure reliability.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of boiler operations, maintenance, and repairs.</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.</li><li>Manage fuel inventory and other consumables necessary for boiler operation.</li><li>Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth operation of the boiler system.</li></ul><p>Food safety implementation</p><ul><li>Follow all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) requirements in the shift.</li></ul><p>Process improvement</p><ul><li>Propose the best ways to reduce energy consumption in the boiler.</li></ul><h2>Career Growth and Development</h2><p>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.</p><h2>Qualifications</h2><p>Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:</p><ul><li>Minimum academic Qualification: a certificate in boiler operation or Mechanical or electrical engineering will be needed.</li><li>Work Experience: 2+ years of working experience operating boilers</li><li>NITA Certification</li></ul><h2>Preferred Start Date</h2><p>As soon as possible</p><h2>Job Location</h2><p>Sagana, Kenya</p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>Health insurance, paid time off</p><h2>Contract Duration</h2><p>6 Months</p><h2>Eligibility</h2><p>This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.</p><h2>Application Deadline</h2><p>21 October 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.</p><p><em>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</em> <em>address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), </em><strong><em>but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.</em></strong></p><p><em>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.</em></p><p><em>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.</em></p><p><br></p>

Tupande Boiler Operator (Fixed-Term)

<p>Kenya</p><h1>Tupande Electrical Maintenance Senior Coordinator</h1><p>Organization</p><ul><li>One Acre Fund</li></ul><p>Posted</p><p>20 Jul 2026</p><p>Closing date</p><p>13 Sep 2026</p><h2>About One Acre Fund</h2><p>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.</p><p>Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers. In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications.</p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>We are seeking a sharp, mid-level Electrical Maintenance Senior Coordinator with 2+ years of industrial experience to oversee the electrical maintenance, automation systems, and technical team at our Sagana production facility.</p><p>In this role, you will balance hands-on technical troubleshooting with team leadership. You will be responsible for executing the preventative maintenance program, managing advanced automation (PLC/SCADA) across our pyrolysis lines, ensuring safety compliance, and supervising a shift team of Maintenance Technicians to maximize facility uptime.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>Technical Team Leadership &amp; Supervision</p><ul><li>People Management: Direct, supervise, and mentor on-shift Maintenance Technicians, ensuring clear assignment of repair tasks, balanced shift coverage, and accountability.</li><li>Safety Enforcement: Lead the enforcement of rigorous Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and high-voltage safety procedures among the technical crew.</li><li>Skills Development: Conduct training and performance feedback for technicians to elevate the team’s overall diagnostic capabilities.</li><li>Cross-Functional Alignment: Coordinate closely with production supervisors to align planned electrical maintenance windows with operational goals.</li></ul><p>Electrical Maintenance &amp; Asset Reliability</p><ul><li>Preventative Maintenance (PM): Execute the facility’s preventive electrical maintenance plan, optimized around our 48-hour run / 12-hour maintenance cycles.</li><li>Breakdown Response: Rapidly diagnose and resolve electrical faults, component failures, and wiring issues during live operations to minimize plant downtime.</li><li>Spare Parts Management: Monitor and manage the inventory of critical electrical spares and instrumentation to ensure zero delays during equipment breakdowns.</li><li>External Contractor Oversight: Assist in supervising external electrical contractors or specialized vendors during major upgrades or utility overhauls.</li></ul><p>Automation, Controls &amp; Power Systems</p><ul><li>Control Systems Support: Troubleshoot and maintain PLC/SCADA configurations, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and industrial control panels.</li><li>Instrumentation &amp; Calibration: Manage and calibrate all sensors, actuators, and processing line telemetry to guarantee data accuracy and operational safety.</li><li>Utility Integration: Serve as the technical point of contact for Kenya Power (KP) to resolve outages, track energy usage, and maintain the readiness of the site’s backup diesel generators.</li><li>Technical Records: Keep plant electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment history logs meticulously updated.</li></ul><h2>Career Growth and Development</h2><p>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.</p><h2>Qualifications</h2><p>Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:</p><ul><li>Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.</li><li>Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing, heavy industrial, or processing plant environment.</li><li>Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience or strong potential for managing, supervising, or leading a team of technical personnel (technicians/electricians).</li><li>Automation Familiarity: Experience with industrial control systems, including PLC fault-finding, SCADA systems, and VFD programming.</li><li>Licensing: A valid electrical competency certification/license from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is highly preferred.</li><li>Safety Focus: Deep operational knowledge of industrial safety standards (OSHA) and LOTO practices.</li><li>Data Literacy: Ability to interpret technical drawings and use Excel/Google Sheets to track maintenance KPIs and utility data.</li><li>Flexibility: Willingness to be on-call for critical electrical emergencies outside of standard hours</li></ul><h2>Preferred Start Date</h2><p>As soon as possible</p><h2>Job Location</h2><p>Sagana, Kenya</p><h2>Benefits</h2><p>Health insurance, paid time off</p><h2>Contract Duration</h2><p>1 Year</p><h2>Eligibility</h2><p>This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.</p><h2>Application Deadline</h2><p>13 September 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.</p><p><em>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</em> <em>address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), </em><strong><em>but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.</em></strong></p><p><em>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.</em></p><p><em>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.</em></p>

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