Human Resources · Contract
Global Recruitment Associate (Fixed-Term)
Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Malawi or ZambiaMid level · Not statedPublished 15 June 2026No longer listed as open 30 October 2026
About this role
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Role overview
One Acre Fund is hiring a Global Recruitment Associate on a fixed-term contract for two years. The role is based in Kenya or other countries where One Acre Fund operates, such as Uganda, Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Malawi, or Zambia. This position suits someone with strong project and people management skills who can handle multiple recruitment roles and work with senior leaders.
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What you will do
- Manage 8 to 12 recruitment roles simultaneously, ensuring each candidate receives a timely and respectful process.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs, create hiring plans with realistic timelines, and keep them informed throughout the recruitment process.
- Proactively source and build relationships with talent for hard-to-fill roles beyond screening existing applicants.
- Lead and mentor a small team of 1 to 3 recruiters, tracking their performance and providing regular feedback.
- Use data from the Applicant Tracking System to identify bottlenecks and improve hiring processes.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of professional experience, ideally in social enterprise, high-growth, or multi-country environments.
- Experience managing multiple projects to completion.
- Experience managing or coordinating people, including setting goals, tracking performance, and handling difficult conversations.
- Experience working with senior stakeholders to translate priorities into plans and deliver results.
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of French is a bonus.
- Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of One Acre Fund's countries of operation.
Benefits
The role offers health insurance, housing, and a comprehensive benefits package.