• Application Deadline:
• Position: Program Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Project Management 
  
  

Job Description

• Designing Projects, and developing methodologies, work plans and budgets for Reconnect-HDI Programs.


• Drafts inception plans and other program documents and communication.


• Coordinate and manage the implementation of Project activities, schedule activities and monitor the Project to make sure planned targets are achieved on time.


• Ensures agreed quality standards for the management and outputs of the Reconnect-HDI Project are met.


• Ensure to implement the M&E action plan, making sure that M & E data for the Project is collected and reports are produced, as required.


• Develop a budget and operating plan for the program.


• Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.


• Writing program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services.


• Monitor Project expenses and ensure accurate Project financial reporting.


• Drafting timely and professional Project narrative reports and submitting them to the Coordinator


• Contributes towards the development of Reconnect-HDI Project materials and messages, as appropriate.


• Plans/facilitates/rapporteurs at Project meetings, dialogues and workshops.


• Provides representation and/or participation of the organization at various functions, including but not limited to workshops, dialogues, conferences and field visits.


• Performs other Project activities as may be assigned from time to time.


• Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.


• Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services.


• Producing accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.


• Analyzing program risks.

Requirements and Experience

• MSc in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Guidance & Counseling or its recognized equivalent


• Proven experience in program management.


• Proven stakeholder management skills.


• Proven experience managing a team.


• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.


• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Understanding of project management


• Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in Public Health, Guidance & Counseling, Sociology, or related Health, Medical, or Social Science discipline.


• 5-7 years of relevant experience with international development programs.


• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.


• Demonstrated experience working with International programs and strong familiarity with best-practice reporting requirements.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with government-level officials to strengthen program implementation


• Demonstrated ability in working and collaborating with a wide range of local and international partner organizations.


• Demonstrated experience in maintaining donor relations


• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building and coordination


• Excellent writing and communications skills, including demonstrated technical writing skills for publication


• Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams and willingness to learn and empower others


• Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform.


• Demonstrated work experience in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple and competing demands and establish priorities, while providing continual attention to detail in proofing materials, tracking projects, and grants.


• Commitment to organizational core values, mission and programs.


• Demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire knowledge and implement good judgment in a variety of global health and development contexts.


• Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills.


• Understanding and being able to communicate in the Hausa language is a plus.


• Experience in a role requiring collaboration within an organization, as well as a demonstrated ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.


• Demonstrated capacity and initiative to solve problems with energy and a positive attitude.


• Willingness to work in a flexible environment.


• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed and/or approved.