Programme and Fundraising Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of the annual Organization Program Calendar. 
• Champion all program implementation activities monthly 
• Oversee the development, continuous review and implementation of Organization programs in line with leading standards. 
• Oversee the coordination, availability and standardization of Organization program procedures including call for application (where applicable), forms, interviewing, admission, awards, code of conduct during programs, volunteer coordination, speaker coordination selection and contact, checklist review, debrief and program reporting feedback. 
• Develop and maintain relationship with internal and external stakeholder groups, partners and agencies. 
• Identify potential funding partners, donors and sponsors for Organization Programs to develop and manage engagement with them for program funding. 
• Oversee the maintenance and update of key stakeholder databases particularly speakers, moderators, mentors and facilitators for organization programs. 
• Champion the development and effective implementation of the annual program strategy. 
• Provide direction to all programme staff/team in the development, coordination and control of programs, initiatives and activities along the Organization focus areas. 
• Recommend annual program budget for the PD’s approval and prudently manage the team’s resources. 
• Oversee the selection and development of annual organization program committees for the PD’s approval. 
• Conduct periodic Program & team meetings to establish and communicate targets and work plans in line with overall goals. 
• Present progress reports on deliverables of Organization programs to the PD as and when required. 
• Proactively ensure that enquiries, complaints and issues on programs and related initiatives are treated promptly. 
• Oversee all activities of the team to ensure compliance with stipulated policies and procedures. 
• Ensure that all Program team members carry out their assigned tasks under a safe and conducive environment. 
• Periodically evaluate the performance of Program staff in line with the agreed performance management process. 
• Ensure that feedback and evaluation is done in a timely manner. 
• Ensure documentation of all programmes. 
• Perform other job duties as assigned by your direct supervisor or PD  
• Ensure timely and good-quality implementation of work plan activities 
• Maintain and optimize existing fundraising channels and relationships
• Proactively identify, explore and coordinate new fundraising opportunities.

Requirements:

• First degree in any discipline from an accredited institution in any relevant field. 
• Relevant postgraduate degree from an accredited institution and a requisite certification will be an added advantage. 
• Project management certification is an added advantage 
• Minimum of 4 years cognate experience with a supervisory or team lead role. 
• Demonstrate experience or track record of intensive involvement in community development or programs or project management within the non-profit/development sector.  
• Knowledge of the workings and policies midstream & downstream energy industry in Nigeria & Africa is an added advantage  

Skills:

• Ability to cost-effectively project manage complex programs and workload, set priorities and meet tight deadlines. 
• Excellent leadership and people management skills 
• Proposal writing and fund raising
• Ability to think strategically and holistically. 
• Excellent creative thinking and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent oral communication and writing skills. 
• Ability to build influential relationships and have a persuasive accessible style to a range of audiences in different settings. 
• Excellent motivational and team building skills. 
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office productivity tools and other relevant applications. 
• Superior customer service and relationship management.  

Key Performance Indicator:

• Achievement of team’s annual strategic objectives. 
• Completeness and timeliness of annual program calendars, plans and budgets. 
• Cost savings/variance between actual and planned budget/expenditure for the department. 
• Program fund raising or number of successful grant proposals for programs. 
• Timely and accurate tracking of program workflows and its implementation. 
• Full compliance of administrative activities with Organization policies and procedures. 
• Relationship Management with key partners and stakeholders as are relevant to the role. 
• Measurable impact of successful programs on key areas with proper documentation thereafter. 
• Increased funding across all initiatives
• Increased number grant partners

Remuneration: NGN 500,000 - 550,000 per month