Project Manager at Sahei Gender Development Initiative

Sahei Gender Development Initiative, was formally known and called Sanitation and hygiene education initiative (SGDI). The organization is a Nigerian non-governmental and not-for-profit making organization incorporated with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in November 2014. It is an organization that facilitates, advocates, and raises awareness for access to improved services among vulnerable individuals. The organization focuses in the areas of WASH, Protection/GBV, Empowerment/livelihood, Waste Management, Health/Nutrition, Climate Change and Peace Building. The organization has experienced staff that are equipped with knowledge, skills to response when the need arises. The organizations staff can work all over the liberated LGAs of Borno State.

The organization was established to promote well-being of individuals and alleviate the suffering of conflict affected people and the vulnerable groups of people in Northeastern Nigeria. In pursuit of its mission, the Organization works with partners to execute programs aimed at improving the livelihood and living standards of vulnerable children, women and girls, men, widows, internally displaced persons, and persons living with disabilities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Maiduguri, Borno; Roving to Sokoto and Katsina
Job type: Contract
Duration: 9 months with possible extension

Job Summary

• The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing the successful delivery of projects within scope, timeline, and budget.
• This role involves coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring project objectives align with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Coordinated

Project Implementation:

• Lead the day-to-day implementation of project activities.
• Supervise project staff, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure quality performance.
• Monitor project activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Track passes
• Lead
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and final narrative and financial reports for donors and internal use.
• Document lessons learned and best practices.

Finance:

• Oversee project budgets, including forecasting and expenditure tracking.
• Ensure compliance with donor and organizational financial regulations.
• Approve and manage procurement and logistics related to the project.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for donors, partners, and local stakeholders.
• Foster strong collaboration with government, communities, and other partners.
• Represent the organization in project-related meetings, conferences, and forums.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify and manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Solve

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or certification (PMP, PRINCE 2, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Experience:
Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Solid financial and budget management skills.
• Excellent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
• skills

Working Conditions:

• Based in [Maiduguri], with frequent travel to field sites.
• May require working extended hours and weekends to meet deadlines.

Other Requirements:

• Strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Team player with excellent communication and management skills.
• Fluency in English, both written and oral including local language (Kanuri) an added advantage

Application Closing Date
25th July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Information

• Interested candidates should complete and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Name_ Position you applied for”.
• Only applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
• SGDI is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• SGDI reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
• SGDI has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.