International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) Recruits Program Manager

Title: Program Manager - Nigeria
Location: Nigeria, Abuja
Division: Program Management
Status: DC-Based Full Time

Project Description:
Since 1998, IFES has implemented a capacity-building program in support of the professionalization of Nigeria�s electoral process. IFES is designing a program to further the consolidation of democracy in Nigeria through initiatives in the areas of election technical support, voter registration, and civic education.

Job Responsibilities:
� Oversight of all aspects of the Nigeria program, including programmatic, financial and administrative management;
� Serves as the main point of contact in headquarters for Nigeria and responsible for backstopping the program;
� Seeks out business development opportunities in Nigeria, drafts proposals for new donors;
� Oversees all reporting to the donor in collaboration with field-based and headquarters staff;
� Spearheads recruitment of consultants for the program;
� Responsible for start up and close out;
� Prepares budgets and approves field expense reports. Responsible for financial oversight of projects in collaboration and partnership with Finance Team.
� Establishes, maintains and develops relationship with peers, subordinates, funder community and consultants at large for the purpose of business development and information dissemination.
� Provides guidance in design, implementation, evaluation, and overall management of project(s).
� Travels to field office on a regular basis to oversee/monitor project activities; meet and strengthen relationship with partners.
� Serves a team manager. Provides professional developmental opportunities for junior Program staff. Evaluates performance of Program Assocaites.

Qualifications:
� BS/BA with 8+ years experience OR MA with 6+ years of experience in international development or related field.
� Experienced with budget management of international development projects.
� Prior experience working or studying in Africa preferred.
� Program design and project management experience.
� Organized, effective time and resource manager.
� Ability to direct staff, prioritize, handle multiple roles & responsibilities in a fluid and dynamic environment.
� Knowledgable and experienced with USAID grant proposals, regulations, and procedures.
� Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.
� Collaborative, team oriented individual.
� Strong managerial skills and abilities.
� Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Application Deadline
7th April, 2010

How To Apply
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