Head, Programs & Business Development at OTL Africa

OTL Downstream Development in Africa (OTL Africa) is a Nigerian based pan-African downstream oil and gas initiative.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Programs & Business Development

Location: Nigeria

Summary

• This person will oversee the development and implementation of program activities in line with its overall strategic objectives. 
• This person will provide direction to the programs team, coordinate the team’s fund-raising activities and ensure wholesome and effective program documentation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of the annual program calendar.
• Champion the routine review and implementation of programs in line with leading standards.
• Oversee the coordination and standardization of program procedures  
• Develop and maintain relationship with key stakeholders and initiatives.
• Identify potential funding partners, donors and sponsors for the organization’s programs.
• Maintenance and update of stakeholder databases particularly subject experts for programs.
• Provide direction to the programme team in the development and implementation of program initiatives and activities along key focus areas.
• Conduct periodic program team meetings to establish and communicate targets and work plans in line with overall goals.
• Prepare and present routine progress reports on deliverables of programs.  
• Proactively ensure that enquiries, complaints and issues on programs and related initiatives are treated promptly.
• Oversee all activities of the team to ensure compliance with stipulated policies and procedures.
• Periodically evaluate the performance of the team in line with the agreed performance management process.  

Requirements

• First Degree in any discipline from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
• Relevant postgraduate degree from an accredited institution and a requisite certification will be an added advantage.
• Project management certification and experience.
• Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in a supervisory or team lead role/similar
• Demonstrated experience in successful proposal development & fundraising, programs or project management within the non-profit/development sector.  
• Knowledge of the workings and policies of the energy & petroleum industries in Nigeria & Africa is an added advantage.

Skill Set:

• Ability to cost-effectively manage complex programs and workload, set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Motivational leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to think strategically and holistically.
• Excellent oral communication and writing skills
• Ability to build influential relationships and have a persuasive accessible style to a range of audiences in different settings.
• Superior customer service and relationship management.
• Bi or multi-lingual proficiency (French and/or Portuguese in addition to English) is an added advantage.

Remuneration
Competitive.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2025.