One Acre Fund Recruitment 2026: Explore Available Job Vacancies And Apply Now

One Acre Fund is an agricultural organisation that works with smallholder farmers across Africa to improve productivity and livelihoods. Established in 2006, it provides farmers with access to agricultural inputs, credit and practical farming education. The organisation is seeking an experienced technology professional to lead IT operations, strengthen its digital systems and drive technology improvements across its Nigerian operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement technology plans that support the organisation's operational goals.
• Recommend suitable technologies and digital investments to management.
• Lead digital transformation projects and introduce solutions that improve business processes.
• Oversee the performance and availability of digital platforms used for farmer enrolment, input distribution, repayments and field activities.
• Manage the integration of digital payment platforms and other financial technology solutions.
• Supervise the development and improvement of internal systems and customer-facing digital products.
• Gather business requirements, prioritise product features and coordinate technical delivery.
• Manage IT support services, equipment, software licences and technology infrastructure.
• Maintain network systems, cloud services, cybersecurity measures and data protection standards.
• Establish IT security, compliance and disaster recovery procedures.
• Coordinate technology projects, budgets, resources, timelines and risk management.
• Work with internal departments, technical teams and external service providers.
• Guide team members, assign responsibilities and support their professional development.
• Promote teamwork, knowledge sharing and effective communication across the technology team.
• Participate in recruitment, performance assessments and staff development activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related discipline.
• At least 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in IT operations, digital transformation or technology infrastructure management.
• Experience leading technology improvements and implementing solutions that support organisational growth.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Knowledge of process automation tools, API integrations and Business Intelligence platforms.
• Understanding of product management, Agile methodologies and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience managing technology projects and coordinating different teams.
• Good planning, organisation and delegation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commercial awareness, including the ability to identify ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Demonstrated ability to improve operational processes.