One Acre Fund Recruitment Associate Job in Bungoma Kenya

Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture
 

Function: Staffing
 

Employer: One Acre Fund
 

Job Title: Recruitment Associate
 

Job Location: Bungoma, western
 

Commitment: One year renewable subject to performance

Organization Description: One Acre Fund is an NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. 

One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access. 

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.  

We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve over 135,000 farm families with more than 1000 full-time staff. 

Job Description: One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take up the position of Recruitment Associate. 

One Acre Fund is looking for experienced and talented candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives. 

Primary Duties of a Recruitment Associate

• Hosting/visiting careers events colleges/universities
• Building relationships with key ‘nodes’ in these places also.
• Build and maintain a candidate database
• Actively seek feedback on the OAF recruitment experience providing recommendations for improvements
• Post and advertise Job Vacancies
• Hold screening interviews by phone
• Host first round interviews in KKM / Eldoret / Kisumu / Kitale etc.
• Support field recruitment during staff up for new seasons
• Carry out Reference checkings before hires

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. 

We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. 

We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.

Requirements    

• A minimum of a Diploma, preferably in Business Management/Human Resource or other Social Science program
• At least one year  experience in  Recruiting for a medium level firm
• Proven organizational, analytical, communication (oral and written) and training skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision to meet strict deadlines
• Must have advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently and in a team
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Creative approach to work
• Proactive in identifying and solving problems.
• Able to multitask

Compensation: Competitive Salary based on experience and Education
 

Benefits: Performance based bonuses, airtime and small transportation allowances
 

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
 

One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To Apply
 

Mandatory Requirements: submit via Email

1. Cover letter
2. Resume

Submit to: kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Recruitment Associate + the place you heard of the position) and salary expectation.

Deadline for Resume Submissions is on the 14th of October 2014 at 5pm.