• Application Deadline:
• Position: Technical Programs Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  

JOB OVERVIEW

• The Technical Programs Manager shall work with a team of program staff and volunteers who are implementing a strategic roadmap under our client's Impact Programmes.


• S/He will provide technical and operational support to multiple teams/ projects within the organization, accelerating the delivery of strategic objectives and scalable solutions for the foundation.

Programmes/ Project Management

• Develop Annual/ Quarterly work plan identifying, actions, responsibilities, timelines, et al. of activities required to successfully complete programmes.


• Prepare and set clear priorities for all programmes annually.


• Determine resources (time, money, equipment etc.) required to complete projects/ programmes.


• Coordinate successful implementation of programme activities with other programme managers/ coordinators.


• Effectively engage and manage volunteers for all projects/ programmes

Stakeholder Engagement & Management

• Develop and manage appropriate stakeholders and collaborations.


• Prepare and deliver reports/presentations to internal and external stakeholders on progress of programmes.


• Build & maintain good relationships with select Multinational institutions, including collaborating with host communities, government agencies, youth development Organizations and other related institutions.


• Lead the planning and implementation of periodic stakeholder/ partnership engagement events, awards, dinners et al.


• Represent the organization at stakeholder meetings, engagement, and conferences.

Staff Training and Leadership Development

• Identify knowledge gaps, skills and abilities required in developing and managing programme teams effectively and efficiently.


• In consultation with the HR unit and Management, assist in recruiting, and interviewing prospective volunteers/ interns for the foundations ’programmes.


• Establish and implement performance management processes for all programme staff


• Budget planning & control


• Develop and submit monthly as well as annual budget for all programmes team as well as an efficient operating cost to support programmes


• Work with the finance team to monitor all budgeted and planned programme expenditures in line with approved budget.


• Manage project finances including working with field teams on forecasting, reviewing field expense reports, backup documentation and reviewing incoming requests for upward approval.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of work experience, with 5 years working in project management, client services, and programs management in Social Impact related fields.


• Globally conscious and technologically savvy


• Strong proficiency with research, data collection, review, analysis, documentation, and reporting applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.


• Strong communication skills and ability to develop grant proposals, pitch decks, project reports, and winning presentations using data visualization tools.


• Proven ability to navigate complex environments, work independently, handle multiple and complex tasks simultaneously, and generate pragmatic solutions to address pressing problems.


• Regularly reviews progress of plans to redirect action when necessary to achieve targets.


• Strives to prioritize effectively and raise performance levels of self /others.