• Application Deadline:
• Position: State Sector Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Niger




• Job Field Project Management 
  
  

JOB SUMMARY

• The State Sector Manager will lead end-to-end execution of digital transformation projects that address revenue and tax collection challenges at the state level. This includes stakeholder management, project planning and delivery, oversight of implementation teams, and driving measurable impact through technology.


• This is a leadership position based in Minna, Niger State.

Duties include:

• Lead government stakeholder engagement, ensuring buy-in, collaboration, and alignment.


• Oversee implementation of digital platforms for tax administration, payroll, and financial transparency.


• Coordinate cross-functional teams (tech, field, and operations) and allocate resources effectively.


• Develop, monitor, and report project KPIs and success metrics tied to revenue outcomes.


• Drive reforms in tax collection and revenue generation models using technology.


• Anticipate project risks and develop mitigation plans.


• Provide strategic support to executive management.


• Ensure timely delivery, activation, and scale-up of all assigned projects.


• Evolve new revenue models from inactive or sub-optimal revenue sources.


• Provide support to the Executive Management team.


• Coordinate project activities and tasks, including assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, and tracking project milestones, implementation, deliverables, activation and expansion to ensure timely completion in line with project objectives.


• Implement IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget.


• Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned by the management.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Finance, ICT, Public Administration, etc.)


• Minimum 3 years of experience in project or program management, particularly in public sector, IT, revenue consulting, tax, or fintech environments.


• Strong understanding of Nigerian public finance and revenue systems.


• Experience deploying or managing tech-based revenue, tax, or payroll systems.


• Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills.


• Leadership and coordination experience in cross-functional teams.


• Proficiency in project tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Jira) is a plus.


• Familiarity with Niger State and fluency in the local language is preferred.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Someone who can build trust with government leaders


• Can independently drive implementation without constant supervision


• Can work under pressure and handle competing priorities


• Is passionate about public sector reform and innovation