Contract Management Specialist & Senior Specialist
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One Acre Fund Kenya is hiring Contract Management Specialists and Senior Specialists to lead procurement and commercial functions across the full procurement lifecycle. The role involves structuring medium-complexity procurement projects, overseeing contract portfolio performance, leading supplier negotiations, and managing a team of three. Candidates need expert knowledge of contract law, FIDIC/construction contracts, CAPEX procurement, and advanced commercial negotiation skills.
- Senior procurement and commercial leadership role with team management responsibility
- Own the Contract Management function across Business Units
- Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract performance
- Directly manage three colleagues with performance accountability
- Expert knowledge of contract law, FIDIC, and CAPEX procurement required
- Application deadline is 17 December 2026
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- UnclearRelated work experienceThe text mentions experience, but the exact level should be confirmed at source.
- PreferredPractical evidence in security, entregador, segurancaThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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- Plan to submit before the listed deadline: 2026-12-17.
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Original source description
The main purpose of this role is to provide senior procurement and commercial leadership across the full procurement lifecycle, with primary accountability for the Contract Management function. The role will structure and lead medium-complexity procurement projects, oversee contract portfolio performance and risk, and promote consistent commercial standards across Business Units. Working with minimal manager support, the Specialist will engage early with stakeholders to shape
Requirements
and determine the appropriate sourcing approach. The role will lead supplier selection and commercial negotiations, then oversee contract performance and procure-to-pay delivery through close-out. The role will manage senior commercial escalations and lead the contract management team. While contract management remains the primary focus, the Specialist will operate as a procurement generalist and may lead other procurement categories or improvement work as organisational priorities change.
Responsibilities
Contract Management Leadership
Own the Contract Management function, ensuring consistent standards, effective portfolio governance and sound commercial risk management.
Lead and develop the contract management team, setting priorities and improving capacity through standardisation and appropriate digital tools.
Procurement and Commercial Delivery
Structure and lead medium-complexity procurement work across categories from early planning through delivery and procure-to-pay completion.
Lead supplier selection and commercial negotiations, recommending the best option within approved policies and budgets.
Capital and Complex Portfolio Oversight
Provide early commercial leadership for capital investment and other complex procurement portfolios, improving commercial readiness and reducing delivery risk.
Establish consistent controls for contract changes and claims, including warranties or performance security.
Contract and Supplier Performance
Ensure contractual commitments remain aligned with supplier delivery and procure-to-pay execution.
Hold suppliers accountable for agreed performance and lead the resolution of material commercial issues.
Stakeholder and Performance Leadership
Represent Procurement independently, align senior stakeholders and manage complex commercial escalations.
Use procurement and contract data to improve portfolio performance and lead organisation-wide process improvements.
People Management & Resourcing
Directly manage three colleagues with accountability for team performance and portfolio delivery.
Set priorities and allocate workload based on business demand and commercial risk.
Own performance management and support the professional development of each team member.
Support workforce planning and recruitment, while providing senior guidance on complex negotiations or contract disputes.
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:
Knowledge: Expert knowledge of contract law, commercial terms, FIDIC/construction/equipment contracts, CAPEX procurement, and procurement governance frameworks.
Technical: Advanced commercial negotiation, contract drafting/redlining, contract portfolio risk analysis, project management, and AI contract tool utilization.
Skills:
Technical: Data analysis skills (i.e. Google Sheets, Statistical software like R), project and contract management
Soft skills: Soft Skills: Executive communication, matrix team leadership, strategic decision-making, conflict resolution, and cross-functional stakeholder management.
Procurement and Supply chain skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Start Date
- As soon as possible
- Job Location
- Kakamega, Kenya (Flexible)
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.
Application Deadline
17 December 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.
Why Work Here
We’re one of the largest agricultural organizations in Africa, operating in ten countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers.
Guided by our mission, we use the discipline of a business to deliver cost-effective services to millions of people. We believe that heart plus rigor can change the world.
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We use a unique, hands-on interview process to ensure a great match.
We're constantly seeking exceptional leaders from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. We strongly encourage applications from African professionals with deep local knowledge and investment in the communities we serve.
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