Program Manager, Developmental Research & Data Analysis at American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003 by Nigeria's former Vice President His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar along with other local and international statesmen and academic leaders. The institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of hange in the development of the region. AUN has a strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential to solving the continent's critical social and economic problems. The university offers an American-style education modelled after the curriculum of American universities with corresponding approaches to teaching and students assessment. The first entering class of 124 students and 20 professors was enrolled in September 2005. The University started on temporary buildings at the AUN Academy located directly opposite the AUN campus. In seven years, AUN is fast becoming a model for other universities in Nigeria and West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the following position:

Job Title: Program Manager, Developmental Research & Data Analysis

Location: Adamawa
Department: Institutional Research & Grant Proposal Development

Job Description

• The Program Manager, Development Research & Data Analysis is responsible for the development and management of AUN Research and Information Program that aims to serve as one of the key sources of information on AUN developmental projects.

Requirements

• Research Analyst in related field with 3 to 5 years working experience with a reputable institution.
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline
• A post graduate degree in management will be highly beneficially
• A strong understanding of developmental issues especially relating to poverty alleviation
• A strong desire to support and assist the most underprivileged and vulnerable groups in society
• Strong oral communications, interpersonal relationship
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong basic ICT skills
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Expert level competence with MS Office package and other relevant applications.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to develop a work schedule, set goals, creates / implements actions plans and monitor progress towards goals.
• Ability to work with databases and analyze and manage data
• Ability to effectively use data analysis and reporting tools such as SPSS, R, Strata or other similar packages
• Ability to work with Geographic information systems will be a strong added value
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports.
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal relationship with other colleagues.

Remuneration

• Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date
15th April, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes, cover letters and references to: [email protected] before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

AUN is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race creed, colour, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion and marital status.