Program Manager

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Policy, Political Science, Development Studies, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 4+ 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.

Additional 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.