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One Acre Fund is Hiring a Grants Finance Manager
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One Acre Fund is Hiring a Grants Finance Manager
by thelagosvoice
April 9, 2026
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One Acre, founded in 2006, supplies smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms more productive.
We provide quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural trainings to improve harvests. We measure our success by our ability to make farmers more prosperous: On average, farmers harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund. We serve more than 800,000 farm families in Eastern and Southern Africa, with more than 7,500 full-time staff, and we aim to serve 1 million farm families by 2020.
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Job Description
As a Grants Finance Manager, you will help advance our mission by overseeing the financial aspects of our grants portfolio, including budgeting, reporting, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Working with finance and fundraising teams, you’ll ensure efficient grant management to support our annual grant portfolio exceeding $130 million.
Reporting directly to the Grants Finance Team Lead, this role offers experienced professionals an opportunity to drive positive change and contribute to our organization’s strategic growth.
If you are passionate about driving change and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
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Grant Proposal Development & Strategy: Develop & manage grant budgets
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Lead budget development to ensure all financial and operational data is accurate and reflects organizational goals.
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Provide strategic guidance to fundraising teams and perform quality control on grant agreements to safeguard financial interests.
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Coordinate with program staff early in the process to confirm the feasibility of milestones and manage data entry for new opportunities.
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Grant Reporting & Audit Readiness
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Monitor grant expenditures, lead audits, and ensure full compliance with grant requirements
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Oversee financial report preparation and monitor spending across programs to ensure adherence to funder regulations and deadlines.
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Lead grant-specific audits by ensuring all financial records and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and ready for external review.
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Support program teams with technical assistance and training to ensure all expenses are adequately documented and that funds are used effectively.
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- Systems Management & Process Improvement
- Own and implement long-term system improvements
- Validate data within Salesforce and Power BI to ensure financial records accurately reflect grant restrictions and proposal budgets.
- Continuously improve grant-related processes by creating automated reports and standardized templates to increase team efficiency.
- Adapt and refine internal systems to minimize compliance risks and keep pace with the evolving requirements of new funding.
Requirements
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- 8+ years of experience in finance and accounting, with the relevant certifications.
- The ideal candidate will also have experience with grants management within the development sector, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex grant portfolios
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
- Expertise in financial grants management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
- Proficiency with CRM systems, particularly Salesforce, for grant management and reporting
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to perform complex functions and data analysis
- Proficient in analyzing complex datasets for strategic decision-making
- Adept communicator, skillfully engaging stakeholders across all organizational levels.
- Language: English.
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.
Salary
Very attractive
Application Closing Date: 25th June, 2026
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