Programme Assistant

The Programme Assistant Democracy & Governance will support the planning coordination implementation and monitoring of programmes particularly under her work Elections Womens public life participation & Legislative Advocacy. This role requires strong coordination & research capabilities attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a collaborative mission-driven environment.

Tasks

Programme Implementation & Coordination

• Provide operational and administrative support to ensure efficient programme delivery maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of programme activities trackers and correspondence.
• Support the planning execution and monitoring of democracy and governance programmes in line with approved workplans.
• Track project milestones deliverables and timelines proactively flagging risks or delays.
• Assist in developing programme materials including reports & presentations.

Research Analysis & Reporting

• Provide structured research support on governance trends electoral processes public policy and womens political participation.
• Compile and analyze data to inform programme planning learning and evaluation.
• Support the preparation of research briefs concept notes and high-quality narrative reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to knowledge products that strengthen institutional learning.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Where relevant support engagement with programme partners government institutions civil society organizations consultants and community actors.
• Assist in building and maintaining strategic relationships across the governance ecosystem.
• Facilitate effective internal communication and information sharing across programme teams.

Communication & Outreach

• As required contribute to project related communications ranging from research support for relevant content development to supporting stakeholder communication.

Event and Logistics Coordination

• Support the organization and coordination of workshops convenings training sessions and stakeholder engagements.
• Support event logistics including venue selection participant registration travel coordination and speaker liaison.
• Prepare event materials track attendance and support post-event reporting.

Administrative and Grant Support

• Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings preparing agendas and documenting action points.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of grant proposals donor reports and funding documentation where required.
• Perform additional programme-related duties consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Political Science Public Administration International Relations Gender Studies Development Studies Law or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years relevant professional experience in programme support advocacy research public policy or nonprofit/development environments.
• Experience supporting program coordination stakeholder engagement and advocacy efforts in the governance space.
• Strong understanding of Nigerias governance landscape civic actors political systems and regional dynamics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong organizational project management and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
• Demonstrated passion for gender equality and womens empowerment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent research analytical and report writing skills.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration
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External Trainings

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