Zambia MEL Senior Officer (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Collection, Team Management, KoboToolbox, Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills, Data Tracking, Mobile Data Collection, Field-Based Data Collection, Monitoring and Evaluation, Google Sheets, Training, Coaching, Trust Building, KPI Tracking, Problem Solving, Travel

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. One Acre Fund runs a pilot program in Zambia’s Central Province. Our Zambia pilot is exploring ways we can help farmers improve harvests on larger plots of land, which are common in the country. Our office in Zambia is located in Kabwe, the capital of the Central Province. About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and leadership-driven Field MEL Senior Officer to spearhead our data collection efforts. In this role, you will be the bridge between technical survey design and high-quality field execution. You will not only manage a large team of officers but also serve as the primary guardian of data integrity, ensuring that every data point collected is accurate, timely, and verifiable.You will build strong farmer relationships as the face of One Acre Fund to help serve more farmers with greater impact Responsibilities Manage 9–12 officers, providing master training and field coaching to ensure the team is ready for every survey. Spearhead field data collection using KoboToolbox while performing back-checks to guarantee 100% data accuracy Track team KPIs and error reports daily, stepping in to retrain weak enumerators and solve field challenges. Build trust as the face of One Acre Fund and deliver clear progress updates that help us better serve our farmers. 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: Basic to intermediate skills in Google Sheets for data tracking and reporting with the ability to interpret KPI trackers and harvest sheets to make data-driven decisions. Hands-on experience using CommCare, Kobo or similar mobile data collection software on tablets. Excellent communication skills for reporting and inter-departmental collaboration. Experience managing large distributed teams ( 7+staff) and conflict resolution. Proven experience in field-based data collection or monitoring and evaluation Willingness to travel extensively within assigned districts for field visits. Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid driving licence Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Field, Zambia Benefits Health insurance, paid time off Contract Duration 1 Year Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Zambia. Application Deadline 23 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

Manage a team of 9–12 officers to ensure effective data collection and maintain data integrity. Build strong relationships with farmers and provide progress updates to enhance service delivery.