Project Manager
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Job Summary
Project Manager
Location: Lekki Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Compensation: 300000 (Net Monthly)
Position Overview
As we advance toward our 20th Anniversary (20-in-26) strategic milestones we are seeking a visionary and performance-driven Project Manager to provide strategic leadership across our program portfolio.
This role is responsible for defining program direction ensuring execution excellence strengthening institutional partnerships and scaling measurable community impact. Reporting directly to the CEO the Head of Programs will oversee the Projects Programs Coordination and Community Management teams ensuring alignment with organizational goals and long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Development
- Develop and implement a multi-year program strategy aligned with organizational priorities and anniversary milestones.
- Lead the design planning and execution of high-impact flagship initiatives.
- Translate strategic goals into operational plans with clear timelines deliverables and accountability structures.
Program Execution & Oversight
- Oversee end-to-end project implementation ensuring quality timeliness and budget adherence.
- Supervise program managers and coordinators to drive performance and operational efficiency.
- Establish standardized program management frameworks and reporting systems.
Partnerships & Resource Mobilization
- Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with donors corporate partners government agencies and community stakeholders.
- Lead grant development proposal writing and funding negotiations.
- Strengthen donor reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability.
Impact Measurement & Performance Management
- Design and implement monitoring evaluation and learning (MEL) systems.
- Develop performance dashboards to track outcomes reach and cost-efficiency.
- Present data-driven insights to executive leadership and the Board.
Team Leadership & Governance
- Provide strong leadership mentorship and accountability across program teams.
- Foster a collaborative performance-oriented culture.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and internal governance standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 35 years experience in NGO nonprofit or social impact program leadership.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and program execution.
- Proven track record in grant management donor engagement and partnership development.
- Strong financial oversight capabilities related to program budgeting and reporting.
- Masters degree in Public Health Social Work Development Studies Business Administration or a related field (preferred).
Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking and long-term planning
- Results-oriented leadership
- Stakeholder management and negotiation
- Data-driven decision-making
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High accountability and integrity
What Success Looks Like
- Successful delivery of 20-in-26 strategic milestones
- Increased funding and partnership portfolio
- Measurable improvement in community reach and impact
- Strong team performance and operational discipline
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
