The Field Audit & Case Investigation Officer will conduct farmer-level audits, field verifications, and investigations to detect and prevent fraud, ensure operational compliance, and maintain the integrity of loan repayment and input delivery processes.

• Job Location: Lafia, Nasarawa
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: In line with the job level

One Acre Fund is an agricultural service provider founded in 2006, equipping 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine countries with farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, and modern agronomic training. Its model increases farmer income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent. The Nigeria program, established in 2018 and headquartered in Minna, Niger State, serves over 300,000 farmers through its Core, Retail, and Agroforestry programs, supported by a team of 9,000+ full-time staff.

Field Visits & Evidence Collection

• Conduct field visits to farmer locations to collect evidence for audits and investigations.
• Perform farmer verification by cross-checking farmer identity, contact details, and presence in program records.
• Verify input delivery by checking actual receipt of seeds, fertilizer, tools, and other inputs against delivery records.
• Conduct physical warehouse and inventory checks to verify stock levels, storage conditions, and input quantities.

Program Integrity

• Maintain program integrity and farmer trust by preventing and detecting fraudulent activities.
• Ensure accurate loan repayment records through passbook audits and transaction verification.
• Verify input delivery and farmer compliance with program requirements.
• Support operational efficiency at minimal cost through targeted field-based investigations.

• B.Sc or HND in Economics, Accounting, Criminology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of fraud detection methods and common red flags in farmer lending and input delivery.
• Knowledge of loan repayment processes, passbook systems, and payment reconciliation procedures.
• Familiarity with input delivery verification and inventory management.
• Understanding of organizational policies, SOPs, and compliance requirements.
• Basic knowledge of Excel and digital data collection tools.
• Field investigation and evidence collection skills.
• Attention to detail and professional skepticism.
• Data entry and analysis proficiency with Excel, Google Forms, and basic data organization.
• Strong communication, integrity, confidentiality, time management, and adaptability.
• Ability to develop and manage project trackers and dashboards with little manager support.

Benefits

• Compensation in line with the job level.
• Housing allowance and child support (percentage of basic salary).
• Retirement savings: OAF contributes 10%, employee contributes 8% of basic salary.
• Monthly reimbursements for transport and airtime.
• Relocation support is not available for this position.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should Apply here. Females are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit
This role suits someone with audit or investigation experience who wants field-based work with real accountability rather than desk-based compliance. Because the role covers farmer verification, warehouse checks, and fraud detection, it builds strong investigative and operational audit skills that transfer across agribusiness, microfinance, and development organisations.

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