• Application Deadline:
• Position: Project Associate


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 1 year


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Project Management 
  

Job Description

• GoVote is looking to recruit a Project Associate who will work closely with the Project Manager to deliver on the project goals. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide programme management support


• Provide administrative support to the project planning and activity implementation.


• Design and develop election information content for online and offline materials.


• Support the preparation of grant documentation


• Support knowledge sharing and capacity building


• Any other duties as assigned by the organisation.

Qualifications

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• A minimum Bachelor's from an accredited University (in Administration, International Relations, Policy, Political Science, Social Sciences or related field).


• One (1) year cognate experience within the civil society, social justice, funder/donor space in the area of governance and elections.


• A solid understanding of the Nigerian democratic and governance space with relations to government agencies, civil society, start-ups and the development partner community.


• Demonstrates understanding and use of basic project management. methodologies, including the ability to plan, manage and maintain a complex, organisation wide program over the longer term.


• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.


• Practical knowledge of different message distribution techniques to ensure end user communities understand and continually apply the and engage Nigeria citizenry offline and online.


• Effective use of digital technology, such as audio, video, social media, online communities, blogs, and other web-based technologies to drive and effect change.


• Creative thinking and understanding of multicultural audiences to produce engaging materials in a variety of formats and media.


• Resilience and flexibility to explore different paths to achieve an outcome and adjust quickly and efficiently to new circumstances and measured results


• Confidently develops and delivers ‎presentations.


• Highly organised and able to multitask and manage concurrent deadlines

Key Skills:

• At least 1 year working knowledge within an NGO or civil society on elections and governance.


• Excellent communication and content marketing skills in election and governance issues


• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment.


• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.


• Ability to manage data, documents, and share timely reports on projects.

What We Offer

• Paid time off


• Healthcare coverage


• A highly collaborative team environment that will support your professional and personal growth


• Work alongside great talent.


• A culture of learning and innovation. 


• Opportunities for career growth and training.


• Interaction with industry leaders and forward-thinking people. 


• A chance to make a social difference.


• Overall fun company.