Programme Manager[Unconventional School]

Location

Federal Capital Territory (Abuja)

Experience Level

3 - 4 Years

Job Type

On Site & Full Time

Industry

Education

Unit: Innovation Directorate Reports to: Director, Innovation Directorate Location: Abuja Job Type: Full-time About The Innovation Directorate The Innovation Directorate is dedicated to driving transformative change by equipping individuals with the skills, tools, and platforms needed to create sustainable, data- driven, and socially impactful solutions to governance and societal challenges. The Directorate oversees several key initiatives, including Ready to Run, Data Services, School of Politics, and the Social Enterprise Incubator.

Role Summary We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional to support the execution of innovation-driven initiatives within the Innovation Directorate. The successful candidate will be responsible for program coordination, stakeholder engagement, data-driven insights, and operational execution across the Directorate’s units. This role requires a strong understanding of governance, leadership development, and social impact, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities Program Implementation & Coordination  Support the planning and execution of initiatives under the Innovation Directorate, including Ready to Run, Data Services, and other strategic programs.

 Assist in developing training materials, workshops, and resources for program participants.

 Manage program logistics, including scheduling, event coordination, and resource allocation.

 Monitor program performance, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and KPIs.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships  Engage with key stakeholders, including faculty, mentors, political leaders, and program participants, to enhance program impact.

 Support the establishment and maintenance of partnerships with external organizations, funders, and thought leaders in governance, leadership, and innovation.

 Represent the Innovation Directorate in external meetings, conferences, and events.

Data & Impact Measurement  Work closely with the Data Services unit to track program effectiveness and generate insights for continuous improvement.

 Support the development of reports, case studies, and success stories that demonstrate program impact.

 Maintain a centralized database for program participants, stakeholders, and key metrics.

Strategic Support & Innovation  Contribute to the development of innovative program models and strategies to enhance the reach and effectiveness of the Directorate.

 Conduct research on best practices in governance, leadership development, and social impact to inform program design.

 Provide strategic recommendations to the Director on emerging trends and opportunities in the innovation and leadership space.

Qualifications & Experience  Bachelor's or Masters degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Policy, Political

Science, Development Studies, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.

 5+ years of experience in program management, governance initiatives, leadership development, or social innovation.

 Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) expertise, including designing and implementing M&E frameworks, data collection, impact assessment, and adaptive learning strategies.

 Proven ability to develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for program effectiveness.

 Knowledge of / experience with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, data analysis, and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

 Strong understanding of political leadership, civic engagement, and capacity-building programs.

 Experience in report writing, stakeholder reporting, and donor reporting using data- driven insights.

 Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

 Ability to work independently, take initiative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills  Experience using MEAL tools and methodologies such as Theory of Change, Logframes, Results-Based Management (RBM), Outcome Mapping, and Most Significant Change (MSC).

 Familiarity with governance ecosystems in Nigeria and Africa.

 Ability to synthesize data and communicate findings effectively to different audiences (technical and non-technical stakeholders).

 Strong project management skills with proficiency in tools like Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and data visualization platforms.

 Ability to work across teams and foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] using PMM-SP25 as subject of the mail.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

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