DRC Local Government Officer (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Government Relations, Public Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Drafting Reports, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, French, Lingala, Kikongo

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

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. It is estimated that 1.1 million hectares of forest land are being lost each year in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This pattern of deforestation, which has significant implications for the region, is primarily attributed to small-scale farming practices. One Acre Fund is working to address the root causes of deforestation, linked to poverty and low agricultural yields, by giving smallholder farmers the tools they need to shift their agricultural activities away from forest land and help them obtain bigger and healthier harvests. We train farmers in agroforestry, support the set-up and scale up of farmer-led entrepreneurial ventures, and operate along the seed value chain to ensure access to improved inputs for smallholder farmers. About the Role This role is designed to represent the Government Relations Department in engagements with provincial and local authorities, including official meetings, invitations and working sessions. You will be a part of Government Relations and will report directly to Senior Specialist in Government relations and Security. This role is based in Kimpese and is onsite. Responsibilities Represent OAF in meetings, visits, and working sessions (40%) Ensure OAF operations Comply with provincial and local regulations (30%) Information Sharing and Communication (20%) Support to Internal Teams (10%) 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: 2+ years of experience in government relations, public administration, or regulatory compliance, ideally in the NGO or development sector. Proven experience in regulatory processes (permits, authorizations, compliance documentation). Strong track record in drafting official reports and government correspondence. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. French and Lingala required; Kikongo is an asset. Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Kimpese, DRC Benefits Health insurance, paid time off Contract Duration 1 Year Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Application Deadline 25 December 2025. 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves representing One Acre Fund in meetings and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Additionally, it includes information sharing and supporting internal teams.