Rwanda Crop Production and Export Senior Coordinator [Renewable] at One Acre Fund

Kigali, Kigali City, Rwanda -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Horticulture, Export Logistics, Production Monitoring, Quality Assurance, Market Alignment, Compliance, Traceability, Supply Chain Operations

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. 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 Crop Production and Export Senior Coordinator with experience linking on-farm production, packhouse standards, and export-quality compliance, ensuring buyer-required quantities and quality specifications are consistently fully met. Responsibilities Market-to-Farm Translation Aim to translate the buyer requirements into actionable on-farm practices to ensure compliance with export quality and volume standards. Production Alignment with Market Demand Conduct regular field visits to monitor crop development, provide technical GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) guidance, and ensure crop volumes and quality meet buyer specifications. Harvesting and Logistics Coordination Oversee and synchronize harvest timing, postharvest handling, and logistics to ensure timely export while preserving product freshness and quality. Postharvest Quality Assurance Ensure adherence to proper handling, packaging, and storage procedures to maintain product integrity throughout the supply chain. Export Quality Standards Development Establish, monitor, and enforce export quality standards, including grading criteria, physical appearance, and shelf-life requirements specific to target markets. Compliance and Certification Management Manage and maintain compliance with international export certifications (ex: GlobalGAP), demonstrating adherence to safety and quality regulations. Traceability System Management Implement and supervise traceability mechanisms to ensure full transparency and accountability from production input to export delivery. Continuous Improvement Identify and address production or quality challenges through corrective and preventive actions, promoting continuous improvement across the 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: Strong technical skills in horticulture and export logistics with deep knowledge of international standards. They should excel in production monitoring, quality assurance, and market alignment while ensuring compliance, traceability, and timely coordination across supply chain operations. Minimum experience within the related roles. Bachelor's degree in the related fields. Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Kigali, Rwanda Benefits Health insurance, paid time off Contract Duration 3 Months (Renewable) Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda. Application Deadline 07 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.

Responsibilities

The Crop Production and Export Senior Coordinator will translate buyer requirements into actionable on-farm practices and oversee harvest timing and logistics to ensure timely export. They will also ensure adherence to export quality standards and manage compliance with international certifications.