• Application Deadline: Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Programmes - NGO


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 
  

Our client, a reputable firm in the Real Estate industry is looking to fill the role of a Head of Programmes - NGO

Responsibilities

• Programme development planning and implementation


• Provide leadership to the Programme Team towards achieving the objectives of The NGO, and in the development of strategic plans and budgets for all programs in the country.


• Work with the CEO to develop creative programme ideas that attracts quality grant proposals


• Lead the quality implementation of all The NGO programmes


• Ensure quality implementation and documentation of The NGO’s programmes and projects in an effective way proving value for money


• Constantly review and Implement procedures and policies necessary for the organization of The NGO’s programmes and project


• Program Reviews, Monitoring, Evaluation, Program Learning and Reporting


• Monitor programmes to ensure alignment to the strategic pillars of The NGO and overall vision of The NGO


• Keep track of information flows and systematic documentation of achievements and lessons learnt from every programme to improve strategic decision making


• Ensure quality and prompt submission of reports of programmes reports and projects quarterly and annually


• Represent The NGO in various programme-related knowledge sharing and learning forums, document and share feedback with the Team.


• Monitor trends in development programmes and programme management practices, document and provide recommendations where necessary


• Manage programme team to achieve successful implementations of the documented plans for the programmes department


• Donor relationship management partnerships and networking


• Support the Partnerships team in developing and managing relationship with The NGO’s donors


• Lead on development of Programmed ideas into quality grants proposal through a participatory approach


• Lead Programmed coordinators in improving and strengthening The NGO’s relationship with strategic networks and partnerships


• Coordinate and support review of The NGO’s partnerships as well as follow up of partners after review and reflections.


• Ensure effective partnerships at all levels following The NGO’s procedures and guidelines


• Represent The NGO and participate in partnerships meetings, events, and forums at both national and international levels


• Project finance management


• Ensure the development, monitoring, review and update of all activities and work plans of the Programmed unit attain its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible


• Manage the expenditure and disbursement of resources allocated to the programmed unit


• Monitor and advise on programmed and project spending and provide report as necessary


• Review programmed concepts and partner financial requests for Management’s approval


• Liaise with the finance Lead on financial management and budgeting of programmed


• Human resource management


• Lead and manage Programmed team to achieve the objectives of the Programmed unit


• Ensure team building in accordance with The NGO’s culture and principles


• Participate in the review of team members’ job description and performance, and in the recruitment of team members when necessary


• Conduct comprehensive performance appraisal of team members and provide feedback when necessary


• Ensure performance record of staff under supervision are submitted to HR on time


• Provide induction, training, coaching, mentoring and advice to supervised staff to ensure they understand and carry out their responsibilities effectively


• Work with HR to identify training needs and development opportunities for supervised staff


• Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need the for improvements


• Policy Management and Compliance


• Participate in the review and update of The NGO’s policies and procedures as well advise on potential implications on the new system, policies, and procedures


• Implement all necessary policies and procedures to ensure correct procedures are followed by staff under supervision


• Ensure total compliance of approved organizational policies and procedures


• Expectations within the first 60 days:


• Fully comprehend The NGO strategy and programmed direction


• Take ownership and assume full responsibilities of the position


• Set up a structured and fully functional programmed unit for The NGO in partnership with the CEO and in line with The NGO Strategic Plan


• Review and update Programmed workplan; Develop Annual outlook for 2022


• Fully integrate into The NGO team

Requirement

• Degree (Masters or Higher) in international development/Law or relevant discipline. Training in Project planning and management, Human Rights Based Approach, Participatory approaches and methodologies, Governance, Civic empowerment and accountability, Monitoring, and evaluation


• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in reputable organizations preferably in the development or non-profit sector


• Experience in developing, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating and assessing impact and processes of a programmed


• Experience in managing funds for programmed


• Prior experience managing/ leading projects related to Democracy, election/ politics, Human rights, Women’s right, civic engagement… is an added advantage