Programs Manager at Strengthening Advocacy and Resilience for Vulnerable Communities Initiative (SARVCI)

At Strengthening Advocacy and Resilience for Vulnerable Communities Initiative (SARVCI), we envision a Nigeria where every individual, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive. From our base in Maiduguri, Borno State, we work tirelessly to transform this vision into reality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programs Manager

Location: Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Programs Manager will lead the strategic development, coordination, implementation, and quality assurance of SARVCI’s humanitarian and development programs.
• The role will ensure that all projects are aligned with the organization’s mission, donor requirements, and sector standards.
• The Programs Manager will directly supervise project leads, work closely with MEAL, Finance, and Operations teams, and represent SARVCI in relevant coordination forums and donor engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight across all SARVCI programs and ensure coherence, synergy, and alignment with the organization’s goals.
• Supervise project implementation teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of activities.
• Oversee the preparation of project work plans, budgets, and narrative reports in compliance with donor regulations.
• Ensure adherence to humanitarian standards, including Sphere, Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS), and protection mainstreaming.
• Collaborate with the MEAL team to ensure effective monitoring, learning, and adaptive management.
• Support proposal development, concept notes, and grant applications in collaboration with program teams.
• Build the capacity of program staff through regular coaching, training, and performance management.
• Foster partnerships with local stakeholders, government agencies, and humanitarian actors.
• Represent SARVCI at sectoral coordination meetings, donor visits, and community engagements.
• Promote accountability, inclusion, gender sensitivity, and protection in all program activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational strategies and policies.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, or a related field (Master’s Degree is an added advantage).
• Minimum of 4 years experience in program management within a humanitarian or development context, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience in managing multi-sectoral donor-funded projects (e.g., UN, USAID, ECHO, DFID, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of project cycle management, budgeting, compliance, and donor reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, building capacity, and coaching staff.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong coordination, networking, and representation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Northeast Nigeria context and ability to work in insecure environments is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required; working knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri is an added advantage.

Appliucation Closing Date
15th August, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and a brief Cover Letter (in one PDF document) to: info@sarvci.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.