Job Description
PRODUCT OPERATIONS LEAD (FIXED-TERM)
One Acre Fund
ABOUT ONE ACRE FUND
One Acre Fund has been transforming agriculture across Africa since 2006. Operating in nine countries that together represent two-thirds of Africa's farmer population, the organization empowers 5.5 million smallholder farmers to achieve greater productivity and prosperity. Through a comprehensive approach that combines high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and diverse agricultural services, One Acre Fund helps farmers increase their income and assets by an average of 35 percent while building lasting resilience. This impact is delivered by a dedicated team of over 9,000 full-time staff members representing varied backgrounds and expertise.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Product Operations Lead, you will shape how the Product team operates and delivers value. Your primary responsibility is to identify and drive operational efficiencies—including strategic AI adoption—while managing the product toolkit, designing and implementing processes, and leveraging data for continuous improvement. You will serve as the guardian of the Product team's working methods, taking ownership of any operational gaps or inefficiencies that limit the team's impact. Your focus will be ensuring that every system, workflow, and tool is optimized to maximize the team's contribution to organizational goals.
This is a fixed-term position designed for a leader who thrives in building operational excellence and driving meaningful change within a dynamic, mission-driven environment.