Burundi Grants Administrator (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Burundi program, established in 2011, operates under the local brand Tubura. We are a rapidly growing organization with over 1,000 employees nationwide. As of 2024, we serve over 340,000 unique farmers in 7 provinces: Muramvya, Gitega, Kayanza, Mwaro, Ngozi, Muyinga, and Ruyigi. To learn more about our work, look at our Burundi program blog.

About the Role

This role supports the Burundi program in grant management and compliance, with a focus on financial oversight and reporting for the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and other grants. The Grants Administrator will ensure donor compliance, accurate budgeting, efficient fund utilization, and effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders..  You will be a part of the Global Climate Fund Team and will report directly to GCF Project Manager. This role is based in Muramvya and is onsite/remote.

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Muramvya, Burundi

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

Up to October 2029

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Burundi.

Grant Management & Compliance

• Oversee grant lifecycle, ensuring compliance, accurate budgeting, and efficient fund use.
• Monitor spending, address variances, and maintain financial tracking systems.
• Be the primary liaison for grant-related updates and reporting.

Financial Oversight & Risk Management

• Ensure accurate accounting, fund flows, and donor reporting.
• Conduct compliance checks, mitigate risks, and improve processes.

Strategic & Team Support

• Support leadership on funding strategies and financial planning.
• Train staff on compliance and grant management best practices.
• Foster collaboration and transparency across teams.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

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