Malawi Market Access Lead

One Acre Fund is seeking a Market Access Lead to own the development of high-value cash crop chains in Malawi. The organisation equips smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. The role will enable a scalable number of smallholder farmers to consistently grow more cash crops and build export channels.

Overview

One Acre Fund was founded in 2006 and operates in nine countries, providing high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and other agricultural services to 5.5 million smallholder farmers. The organisation has a team of 9,000+ full-time staff and aims to improve farmers' resilience and increase their income and assets.

The Market Access Lead will have a unique opportunity to own one of the key pillars of One Acre Fund’s vision by owning the development of high-value cash crop chains in Malawi. The role will steer the MKT team's rapid development, including structuring and hiring of additional HQ and field staff to successfully support ambitious buyback expansion.

The role will involve expansion and iteration of existing value chains, including strengthening chili buyback and revamping soya buyback. The Market Access Lead will also develop new high-value chains and transformation services, contributing to setting up processing services to enable smallholder farmers to get higher value from their harvest.

Responsibilities

• The Market Access Lead will have a unique opportunity to own one of the key pillars of One Acre Fund’s vision by owning the development of high-value cash crop chains in Malawi
• The role will steer the MKT team's rapid development, including structuring and hiring of additional HQ and field staff to successfully support ambitious buyback expansion
• The role will involve expansion and iteration of existing value chains, including strengthening chili buyback and revamping soya buyback
• The Market Access Lead will also develop new high-value chains and transformation services, contributing to setting up processing services to enable smallholder farmers to get higher value from their harvest

Eligibility

• The role is open to nationals of, or those with an extensive professional background and work history in, countries of operation

Benefits

• The role offers benefits including health insurance and housing

How to Apply

To apply for the Market Access Lead role,

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to apply for the Market Access Lead role?

The deadline to apply for the Market Access Lead role is 09 September 2026. Applications must be submitted before this date to be considered. The exact time of day for the deadline is not specified.

What type of contract is being offered for the Market Access Lead position?

The contract being offered for the Market Access Lead position is full-time. This means the role will be a permanent, ongoing position within the organisation.

How can I apply for the Market Access Lead role at One Acre Fund?

To apply for the Market Access Lead role, candidates should visit the application URL. The application URL is https://oneacrefund.org/vacancies/malawi-market-access-lead.

What is the primary goal of the Market Access Lead role at One Acre Fund?

The primary goal of the Market Access Lead role is to own the development of high-value cash crop chains in Malawi. This involves expansion and iteration of existing value chains, as well as developing new high-value chains and transformation services.

Who is eligible to apply for the Market Access Lead role?

The eligibility criteria for the Market Access Lead role are not specified, but the role is available at One Acre Fund. Candidates interested in the role should review the provided information and apply if they believe they are a good fit.

What is the mission of One Acre Fund, the organisation offering the Market Access Lead role?

One Acre Fund aims to improve farmers' resilience and increase their income and assets. The organisation provides various agricultural services, including high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, and modern agronomic training, to 5.5 million smallholder farmers.