Development Manager
Queen’s School Ede-Ibadan Old Girls Association (QSOGA)
Management & Business Development
Job Summary
The Development Manager will be responsible for formulating and implementing a comprehensive infrastructure and development strategy for Queen’s School. The role will ensure that all capital projects, asset management, donor-funded initiatives, and government projects align with the agreed Development Plan, and are executed in a manner that supports the school’s educational mission. In response, the Queen’s School Old Girls’ Association (QSOGA), seeks to appoint a Development Manager who will lead infrastructure development strategy, budgeting , stakeholder coordination, and capital project oversight.
- Minimum Qualification : Degree
- Experience Level : Senior level
- Experience Length : 7 years
Job Description/Requirements
- Develop and operationalize a comprehensive Development Plan for the school in consultation with QSOGA, school management, and the Ministry of Education.
- Conduct a baseline survey and maintain an up-to-date inventory of school assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
- Develop and manage a long-term Maintenance Plan and capital improvement schedule.
- Serve as a strategic adviser to the Board of Trustees and QSOGA on development priorities, project feasibility, and infrastructure needs.
- Coordinate all donor-funded and government-sponsored development projects, ensuring alignment with the Development Plan and statutory compliance.
- Evaluate all proposed donations or projects for fitness-for-purpose, safety, and alignment with school priorities.
- Manage project budgeting, financial reporting, and resource planning for capital works and infrastructure development.
- Prepare and present progress reports and recommendations to the Board of Trustees and QSOGA each term.
- Liaise with the Facility Manager, ensuring seamless operational handover post-project delivery.
- Ensure all development projects meet health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Estate Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
- A Master’s degree or professional certification in project management, infrastructure, or facilities development will be an added advantage. Relevant certifications may include:
- PMP — Project Management Professional (Project Management Institute)
- MNIM — Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)
- NIQS — Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
- NIA — Nigerian Institute of Architects
- COREN — Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria
- Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in a development, infrastructure strategy, or capital projects management role.
- Demonstrated experience managing development projects in educational, public sector, or estate environments.
- Proven track record in multi-stakeholder coordination, donor liaison, and capital project delivery.
- Strategic infrastructure planning and implementation
- Asset management and capital project oversight
- Financial management and project budgeting
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
- Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and organizational discipline
- Proactive, visionary, and self-motivated leader
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to work across diverse stakeholder groups
- Integrity, transparency, and commitment to educational development
- Capacity to manage multiple priorities under pressure
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