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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.