Project Director at Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF)

Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF) is a regional non- Governmental Organisation established in April 2003 and registered in July 2006 with the Corporate Affairs Commission, Abuja, Nigeria. AYGF has an operational base in British Columbia Canada, Texas USA, and Nigeria (Kogi state, Niger State, SokotoState, Katsina State, Edo State and the FCT- Abuja). Over the years the Organisation has implemented several projects that addressed issues around migration, Public Health, Education, Democratic Governance, livelihood, Climate Change and Environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Director

Location: Edo 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Project Director will lead the implementation of AYGF’s programs and operations in Edo State.
• This role entails providing strategic direction, fostering stakeholder engagement, ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of program results, and managing project teams effectively.
• As the principal representative of AYGF in Edo State, the Project Director will also ensure strict adherence to donor requirements as well as the organization’s policies, procedures, and standards.

Key Responsibilties

• Lead the design, planning, execution, and oversight of all AYGF projects in Edo State.
• Ensure alignment of project activities with AYGF’s strategic priorities and donor expectations.
• Develop and oversee work plans, budgets, and reporting timelines.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and performance management for project teams.
• Build staff capacity through training, mentoring, and performance monitoring.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Represent AYGF with donors, government agencies, local partners, and community stakeholders in Edo State.
• Foster and maintain strong partnerships with state and local government authorities,civil society organizations, and private sector actors.
• Participate in relevant coordination meetings and networks to advance program visibility and influence.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability &Learning (MEAL).
• Ensure strong MEAL systems are in place to track project performance and outcomes.
• Promote adaptive learning and continuous improvement by analyzing project data and feedback.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of reports, success stories, and other project documentation.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Qualification should be minimum of MSc. Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Health, Project Management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience managing development or humanitarian projects, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience working with donor-funded projects
• Strong project management, team leadership, budgeting, and reporting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of local languages in Edo is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and networking skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of the local context, including experience working in Edo State or the South- South region.
• Familiarity with digital tools for project management and M&E.
• Demonstrated commitment to youth development, gender equality, and social inclusion.

Application Closing Date
25th July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter detailing relevant experience and motivation. to: recruitment@aygf.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.