Program Officer at a Non-government Organization (NGO)

We are an NGO that provides support for the social well-being of older people, and helps with various life-related issues such as housing, food, and healthcare. Through initiatives and campaigns, awareness is raised about the importance of taking care of aging adults in our society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties

• Develop Program Initiatives and Project Outlines
• Oversee Funds and Budgets
• Work closely with other managers, vendors and financial supporters in developing, maintaining and ensuring adherence to budgets
• Build and maintain partnerships and relationships with other organizations, such as nonprofits, federal agencies and community organizations
• Generate Program Reports
• Researching grant proposals and funding opportunities
• Developing relationships with various community, governmental, and other nonprofit organizations to raise funds and awareness and build resources
• Apply project management knowledge regarding development, staffing, budgeting, and scheduling
• Implementing programs and projects to help organizations meet goals and objectives
• Understanding organizational goals and objectives and creating programs that adhere to these guidelines

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field
• Minimum of 5 years professional NGO work experience will be preferred and an added advantage
• Demonstrated project management experience including budget development, event planning, coordinating multiple partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrated strength and experience in writing technical reports
• Excellent written and oral communications skills; fluency in English language is essential
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to solve problems, and resourcefulness
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
• Strong computer skill in MS Office Suite is required
• Fluency in local language will be an added advantage
• Understand cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability of states (Lagos, Oyo, and Ogun).

Application Closing Date
18th February, 2023.