Programme Coordinator at Internet4Good Africa

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