Nigeria Gender and Youth Associate (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. The Nigeria program, established in 2018, is headquartered in Minna, Niger state. We're currently serving over 100,000 unique farmers across the state via our inputs on credit 'Core' program, inputs on cash 'Retail' program, and have a free tree seedling distribution 'Agroforestry' program. To learn more about our work, look at our Nigeria program blog. About the Role Seeking a dynamic Gender and Youth Associate with 5+ years of experience to lead and implement inclusion strategies. They will drive impactful initiatives that integrate gender equity and youth empowerment into the core of our operations. Responsibilities Research & impact assessment Conduct an internal analysis of baseline reach for youth & women through the program traditional channels. Deliver an impact assessment of baseline activities. Make recommendations to reach youth & women through both traditional and non-traditional channels. Determine the most effective way to track & monitor impact for youth & women. Product strategy development & testing Determine which existing products/services are most attractive to youth & women. Identify alternative products/services not currently offered by the country program which (1) are in demand by youth & women, (2) align with country strategy, and (3) are available and fit within existing budget parameters. Create a product pipeline/mix that responds to youth-specific challenges and needs. Marketing strategy Develop a marketing strategy designed to appeal to the youth population, with a lens towards female audiences when appropriate and/or strategic. Execute the marketing strategy on time and keep owners accountable for delivering. Monitor the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and adjust strategy to reach the greatest number of youth & women. 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: Seeking an experienced professional with over 5+ years of experience in youth & gender programs. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sociology, Business or related field. Background in youth & gender programming is strongly preferred. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google Docs, Sheets, Slides. Fluency in English. Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Start Date As soon as possible Job Location Minna, Niger, Nigeria Benefits Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits Contract Duration 2 years Eligibility This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Nigeria. Application Deadline 15 September 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 Fu…