Program Manager

Responsibilities:

Implementation of the Strategic Plan:

• Operationalize the organization’s strategic plan, ensuring that its vision, priorities, and goals are effectively translated into programs and initiatives.
• Develop actionable work plans, timelines, and performance indicators to track progress.
• Identify challenges and proactively adjust implementation strategies as needed.

Program Development & Execution:

• Design and implement education-focused programs that align with the organization's mission and strategic objectives.
• Establish systems and processes for monitoring and evaluating program impact, ensuring continuous learning and improvement.
• Oversee day-to-day program activities, ensuring they are effectively executed and delivering measurable results.

Organizational Development & Infrastructure:

• Establish operational processes, including grant management, reporting structures, and internal workflows.
• Develop partnership models and frameworks for engaging key stakeholders in education and child development.
• Support the Executive Director in setting up the organization's internal capacity, including hiring and onboarding future staff.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building:

• Cultivate strong relationships with local and international partners, government agencies, educators, and community leaders to advance program goals.
• Represent the organization in external meetings, conferences, and forums to build visibility and credibility.

Resource Mobilization & Grant Management:

• Support fundraising efforts by identifying funding opportunities and contributing to grant proposals.
• Manage budgets and funding allocations to ensure financial accountability and alignment with donor expectations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, International Development, Nonprofit Management, Public Policy, Social work, Sociology or other related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in program management, nonprofit leadership, or education-focused initiatives.
• Proven ability to implement strategic plans and set up programs in a startup or early-stage organization.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Experience in building partnerships and engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of taking projects from concept to execution.
• Strong problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, resource-limited environments while maintaining a focus on long-term impact.

Location: Lekki, Lagos. 

Remuneration NGN: 500,000-700,000 Monthly