We believe that innovative technology is the key to scale and to building the most efficient and effective rural distribution network on the African continent. Today, we reach 800,000 farm families; and we aspire to serve more than 10 million households in the coming decade. Our future tech vision and strategy focuses on a mobile tech transformation: equipping our 5,000+ field staff with the mobile-based tools to reach more farmers efficiently; developing scalable, direct communication channels with farmers (USSD and SMS) to improve customer service; and digitizing and decentralizing data collection tools to speed up data flows and improve efficiency.
We are looking for an exceptional professional with the technical experience and strong execution skills to bring this vision to life. In this leadership role, the CTO will transform our technology into a core organizational strength.
In this role, you will oversee several technology departments: software development, architecture, IT operations, product management, enterprise solution management, and business intelligence. Working across all of these functions, you will:
Set and Steer Technology Vision and Strategy:Â Together with your department heads, you will lead the division towards a bold five-year technology vision. Specific responsibilities include:
Develop Leaders and Build Team:Â You’ll manage and develop 5+ senior-level direct reports, and drive career growth and performance across the division. Specific responsibilities include:
Lead Execution on Top Tech Priorities:Â In addition to setting strategy, you’ll provide detailed, hands-on guidance for key tech initiatives. This includes:
Guide Leader-Level Decision Making and Change Management: You will be a critical voice at the table for organization-level decision making which will include:
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.
We are seeking an IT leader with 10+ years of strong leadership experience to develop and execute on a bold technology strategy that will help shape the future of our organization. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
As soon as possible
Commensurate with experience
Health insurance, housing, annual flights and other quality of life benefits
Yes. East Africans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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.Â
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