• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head, International Desk



• Job Type Full Time



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



• Experience 5 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  
  

Job Description

• The Head, International Desk at AYGF is to coordinate AYGF foreign operations in different countries and ensure global partnerships, cross-border programs, and international stakeholder engagement, ensuring compliance with global policies while driving strategic international initiatives for sustainable development and youth empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage relationships with international donors, partners, and stakeholders.


• Develop strategies for expanding AYGF’s international presence and influence.


• Strengthen collaborations with global agencies, governments, and institutions.


• Lead the development and implementation of international projects and initiatives.


• Ensure AYGF’s policies align with international best practices and standards.


• Monitor global trends in development, migration, and humanitarian efforts to inform AYGF’s strategies.


• Identify funding opportunities from international agencies, governments, and private donors.


• Oversee grant applications, proposals, and donor engagement.


• Ensure compliance with international grant requirements and reporting standards.


• Lead advocacy campaigns on international issues relevant to AYGF’s mission.


• Coordinate media relations and communication strategies for international visibility.


• Lead and supervise the international desk team.

Requirements

• B.Sc or Master’s Degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related fields.


• Minimum of 5 – 7 years of experience in international development, NGO management, or global partnerships with strong record of accomplishment in stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and policy advocacy. Must possess excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.