Regional Programs Optimization Lead (Anglophone) at Sun King (Formerly Greenlight Planet)

Greenlight Planet is a multinational, for-profit business that designs, distributes, and finances solar-powered home energy products, with an underserved population in mind: the 1.3 billion global consumers for whom the old-fashioned electrical grid is either unavailable or too expensive.

Over a decade in business, the company is now a leading global brand in emerging markets across Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.  Greenlight’s Sun King™ products provide modern light and energy to 26 million people in more than 40 countries and have sold over 10.5 million products worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Regional Programs Optimization Lead (Anglophone)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Department: EasyBuy Program Management
Workplace type: Hybrid

About The Role

• Sun King is looking for an experienced Regional EB Program Optimization Manager to manage and drive our strategic expansion across Anglophone Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, and Uganda).
• The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in both project management and program management, with a proven ability to execute complex initiatives and deliver impactful results across multiple markets.

Responsibilities
What you will be expected to do:

• Success architect: Partner with Country Representatives to develop and execute operational plans that deliver on our strategic vision.
• Program excellence: Ensuring every program is delivered on time, within budget, and exceeds quality expectations.
• Talent multiplier: Mentor and empower Country Program Managers/Associates, building a high-performing, team.
• Budget Management: Managing project budgets, ensuring financial compliance, and maximizing our resources.
• Data and impact-focused: Oversee monitoring and evaluation, using data to inform actions and clearly communicate our results.
• Master connector: Building and maintaining strong relationships with government officials, communities, partners, and other stakeholders is crucial.

Requirements
You might be a strong candidate if you have/are:

• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent Diploma/Certificate with extensive experience) in a relevant field, and 3+ years of serious program management experience.
• Management Muscle: 4-5 years in a management role.
• Project Management Prowess: PMP/PgMP certification – with the credentials to back it up.
• A deep understanding of the development landscape and the problems we face.
• Analytical Firepower: The ability to analyze data, solve complex problems.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional communication, people, and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in English, top-notch report-writing skills, and ideally, fluency in a local language.
• Willing to travel extensively (around 50% of your time) across the continent.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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