NYSC Intern at Apostles in the MarketPlace (AiMP) Network

The Role

• Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the NYSC Intern shall drive/assist in the planning and execution of the select change agent projects which AiMP adopts as well as special projects which AiMP runs.
• Among other functions, the NYSC Intern will provide change agents with the support they need to successfully launch their programmes until AiMP exits its supporting function.

Programme Management Function

• Develop the key milestones and deliverables for various organisational initiatives
• Define project scope, requirements and deliverables, document and report on them
• Create awareness, market and identify sponsors to fund various initiatives
• Identify qualified resource persons (as well as brief and drive the process of orienting them)
• Coordinate the activities of the Board of Advisers & prepare all logistics
• Undertake and complete research assignments
• Foster excellent working relationships with existing programme sponsors and develop the same with new / potential ones.
• Manage and relate with external partners to ensure prompt delivery

Others:

• Assist in the supervision and the execution of the daily functions at the secretariat
• Where required, represent the AiMP Network in forums
• Execute any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the ED/ COO

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area and/or certification in project management
• Knowledge / Experience of programme management techniques and tools.
• NYSC members
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong relationship management skills

Key Competencies:

• Effective planning and coordination skills
• Documentation skills (capturing, management etc.)
• Initiative and conceptual thinking
• Marketing skills (or a potential in this regard)
• Discipline and ability to deliver on deadlines
• Depth and a good range/expanse of knowledge
• Enthusiasm to make an impact and see change
• Good judgment and creativity
• Ability/potential to work with and/or lead a team