Rwanda Station Supervisor – Karongi

Job Description

Location: Karongi, Rwanda
Application Deadline: 27 August 2025 (rolling basis – early applications encouraged)
Eligibility: Open to Rwandan citizens or permanent residents
Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

About One Acre Fund

Since 2006, One Acre Fund has equipped 5.5 million smallholder farmers with the tools they need to improve productivity and resilience. Operating across nine African countries—home to two-thirds of the continent’s farmers—we deliver high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, and tailored agronomic training. Our model consistently boosts farmers’ income and assets by over 35%. This impact is driven by a dedicated team of 9,000+ full-time staff from diverse backgrounds.

Learn more: Why Work at One Acre Fund

In Rwanda, we operate under the local brand Tubura, reaching over 790,000 farmers with a team of more than 3,200 staff across all provinces and Kigali. Explore our Rwanda Program Blog for more insights.

About the Role

We are seeking a Station Supervisor to lead the daily operations at our Karongi Agricultural Research Station. This on-site role is critical to ensuring accurate trial implementation, efficient data collection, and team management. As a member of our Phase 1/Innovations department, you will report directly to the Stations Coordinator.

You’ll manage one Station Officer, up to ten Junior Station Officers, and several casual workers during peak seasons. A strong foundation in agronomic practices and agricultural research is essential to ensuring unbiased experimentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily station operations and ensure efficient, safe workflows
• Lead and mentor a team of station staff and casual workers
• Monitor station performance metrics, identify challenges, and implement solutions
• Ensure regulatory and internal policy compliance
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support research and operations
  

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or operational leadership role, preferably in the agriculture or research sector
• Strong background in operational efficiency, cost management, and team coordination
• Technical knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related sciences
• Proven experience with agricultural research and trial management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (comfortable managing complex spreadsheets)
• Valid certification or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field
  

Career Growth and Development

At One Acre Fund, we prioritize continuous learning. You’ll benefit from:

• Weekly check-ins with your manager
• Regular feedback and performance reviews every six months
• Mentorship, training programs, and career development discussions
• Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven, high-impact organization

Important Notes

• Application Review: Applications are processed on a rolling basis—early submissions are encouraged.
• Security Warning: One Acre Fund never asks candidates for payment or testing fees. Official communications come only from @oneacrefund.org emails. Report suspicious activity to globalhotline@oneacrefund.org.
• Commitment to DEI: We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and anti-racist workplace where all employees feel valued, represented, and empowered.

Apply now to join a team making lasting impact for farmers and communities across Rwanda.