Tupande Administration Supervisor (Fixed-Term)

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 Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers. In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications.

About the Role

Seeking an Administration Supervisor with 3+ years' manufacturing or industrial experience to manage office operations, casual labour contracting, and utility documentation for a biochar facility.

Responsibilities

Office and Records Management

• Manage day-to-day office operations including supplies, equipment, and a clean and organized workspace
• Maintain accurate records of administrative activities including employee files, invoices, and operational documentation
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications including phone calls, emails, and correspondence
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for facility leadership

Casual Labor Administration

• Own casual labor contracting for the Biochar facility, ensuring sufficient casuals required for production at any given time
• Maintain accurate records of casual engagement periods, daily rates, and shift deployment
• Ensure processing of casual payroll in line with company policies and Kenyan labor regulations
• Ensure casual labor documentation complies with company policy and Kenyan labor law

Compliance and Customer Service

• Ensure all administrative activities comply with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements
• Greet and assist visitors, clients, suppliers, and verification auditors, ensuring a professional experience
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times

Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification

• Collect and submit all utility documentation required for MRV, including electricity, diesel, water, and packaging
• Maintain employment records (number of employees, roles, demographics)
• Support stakeholder engagement and grievance documentation
• May manage an Administration Officer later on
• May manage 2-4 suppliers

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.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• Work experience: 2-3+ years working experience as an office assistant, executive assistant, or administration supervisor
• Casual labor administration experience: Demonstrated experience managing high-volume casual contracting and payroll in line with Kenyan labor law
• Knowledge and experience in Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace
• Minimum academic qualification: Diploma in Business, Public Administration, or related field is often preferred
• Comfortable with collecting and submitting invoice and utility data as required
• Attention to detail: Ensures all administrative records and MRV submissions are accurate and timely
• Problem-solving: Establishes root cause and finds solutions to meet administrative and compliance targets
• Written and verbal communication: Strong communication skills to engage with staff, suppliers, casuals, and visitors
• Ability to work as part of a team: Teamwork champion to help all departments deliver their deliverables
• Time management: Ensures adequate time to complete administrative tasks to the desired output and quality standards
• Technological proficiency: Familiarity with office software such as Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Rukanga, Kenya

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off 

Contract Duration

6 months (Renewable)

Eligibility

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

Application Deadline

08 July 2026. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.