Programme Coordinator at Internet4Good Africa

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
3 years ago

Additional Details

Job ID
29194
Job Views
98

Job Description



Puropse 



  • To enhance the quality of I4Gs programs and to ensure that these programs/projects are planned, implemented, monitored, and evaluated to the highest possible standards

  • Through close collaboration with colleagues, partners and others identify areas for programme growth and sustainability.


Duration: 6 months contract with a possibility of extension


Location: Lagos, Nigeria (Remote but physical availability for project-related events/field work is required).


Key Accountabilities:


Working with Partners (20%):



  • Identify and cultivate new partnerships while leveraging existing relationships with local and international partners to achieve the organization’s strategic priorities and ensure its sustainability

  • Develop and support longer-term relationships with these partners that go beyond the duration of individual projects

  • Establish partnership agreements with partners where appropriate

  • Promote shared learning and collaboration between partners by facilitating partner networks and meetings


Project Management (40%):



  • Be the technical lead at country office and take the lead in all programmatic areas

  • Manage all aspects of the project cycle including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

  • Ensure that all project documentation and reports are made available in a timely and accessible way.

  • Formulate, organize, and monitor inter-connected projects

  • Decide on suitable strategies and objectives

  • Coordinate cross-project activities

  • Apply change, risk, and resource management

  • Assume responsibility for the program’s people and vendors

  • Assess program performance and aim to maximize value for money

  • Prepare reports for program directors


Financial Management & Fundraising (20%)



  • Develop and control deadlines, budgets, and activities

  • Monitor expenditure of project financial resources and liaise with the finance officer where necessary.

  • Follow up with other partners on any actions arising from audits carried out by the finance officer or by external auditors.


Effective Communication (20%):



  • Develop and lead high-quality communications and advocacy campaigns that align to our brand and increase participant engagement in the programmes.

  • Be proactive in the documentation of case studies, interesting news stories, learnings and key achievements etc.

  • Represent I4G at various events and stakeholders' forum


JOB HOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:



  • Proven experience (at least 3 years) as a Program Manager or other leadership position. Volunteer experience is recognized. If you have led a community-focused project (Eg: in school) or coordinated a team of youth volunteers, you might be what we are looking for.

  • BSc/BA in management or a relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus but not required

  • Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods

  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel); working knowledge of program/project management software (eg: Basecamp, MS Project, etc.) and remote working tools (Google Workspace, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc) is a strong advantage

  • Strong impact reporting and data storytelling skills. Experience preparing concise and visually-appealing reports, proposals, and content using tools like Powerpoint, Canva, SurveyMonkey, Visme etc.

  • Outstanding leadership and organizational skills

  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

  • Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)

  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Highly entrepreneurial and comfortable taking ownership of big projects, while managing uncertainty or competing priorities.

  • Self-reflective and aligned with Internet4Good’s values.

  • Interpersonal and intercultural sensitivity

  • Permission to live and work in Nigeria.


BENEFITS



  • A flexible, rewarding and fast-paced work environment, with high potential for career growth

  • Opportunity to work on projects across Africa

  • Monthly call and internet allowance in addition to salary


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