Head, Program Management Unit at Co-creation Hub (CcHUB) Nigeria

CcHUB is Nigeria’s first open living lab and pre-incubation space being designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place. The HUB is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Program Management Unit

Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employmwnt Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Head of the Program Management Unit will lead a central team responsible for driving excellence in program delivery, impact measurement, and business development across CcHUB’s portfolio.
• This role ensures that all programs and practices operate efficiently, meet strategic goals, and deliver measurable outcomes across our priority sectors: education, healthcare, and the creative industries.
• The Head will champion delivery tracking, risk and knowledge management, impact reporting, and business development processes, ensuring that the organization's expanding Pan-African footprint is underpinned by operational rigor and strategic coherence.

Duties and Responsibilities
Program Delivery Oversight & Tracking:

• Lead the design and implementation of delivery tracking frameworks and processes across CcHUB practices and programs using our existing OKR system.
• Support Practice Leads and delivery teams to ensure the timely and high-quality execution of programs in alignment with organizational goals and sectoral focus areas.
• Work closely with Practice Leads and Location Heads to monitor program milestones, flag risks, and ensure corrective actions.
• Foster alignment and collaboration across startup support, investment, workforce development, innovation hub strengthening, and cross-cutting initiatives.

Business Development & Proposal Management:

• Oversee and coordinate the development of high-quality proposals, bids, and pitches, working closely with practice and sector leads.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of business development opportunities aligned with strategic priorities and emerging opportunities across Africa
• Drive the preparation of multi-country, multi-sector proposals to strengthen CcHUB’s financial sustainability and scale of impact.

Impact Measurement and Reporting:

• Lead the implementation of a robust impact measurement framework covering all practice areas (working closely with the research team).
• Ensure timely collection, analysis, and reporting of impact data to funders, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Champion a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making within the organization.

Knowledge and Risk Management:

• Oversee risk identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies across all programs and operations.
• Lead the development of a knowledge management framework to capture and disseminate best practices, lessons learned, and insights from program implementation.
• Foster internal learning loops to continuously improve program design and delivery.

Strategic Leadership and Team Management:

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Program Management Unit team, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and professional development.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders (e.g., Heads of Practice, Finance, Operations, People, and Communications) to strengthen CcHUB’s Pan-African operational model.
• Contribute to organizational strategy and planning processes, providing input on delivery feasibility and cross-practice synergies.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Program Delivery Excellence 
• Strengthen Impact Measurement 
• Business Development 
• Knowledge & Risk Management 
• Team Leadership & Process Improvements 

Requirements
Essential Skills:

• Strong leadership, team-building, and people management skills.
• Exceptional program and project management skills, with a proven ability to deliver complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data and evidence into actionable insights.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
• Strong proposal writing, business development, and pitching skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

Experience:

• 8 - 10 years’ experience in program management, delivery leadership, or consulting roles in innovation, tech, or international development sectors.
• Proven track record of leading program delivery in multi-country or Pan-African contexts.
• Experience working with or within donor-funded programs, including program design, proposal development, and reporting.
• Experience managing impact measurement frameworks and reporting processes.
• Exposure to workforce development, innovation ecosystems, or emerging technology sectors (preferred).

Knowledge:

• Sound understanding of risk management, safeguarding, and compliance in program delivery.

Desirable:

• Strong understanding of Africa’s innovation, entrepreneurship, and creative ecosystems.
• Familiarity with emerging technology trends (e.g., AI, green tech) and their applications in development sectors.
• Knowledge of funder landscapes relevant to innovation, tech for development, and ecosystem building in Africa.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.