Project and Programme Management Specialist (Middle East and Southern Africa) at Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-profit organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood, and enable children to prepare for - and respond to - crises and adversity. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project and Programme Management Specialist (Middle East and Southern Africa)

Location: Nigeria
Type of role: 2 Year Fixed-term contract 
Reports to:  Head of Projects and Funds.
Anticipated 1st round interview: 20th and 21st November

The Opportunity 

• This position will lead in strengthening Project Management, including the development of a strong project management culture globally with focus on the Middle East and Southern Africa programs.
• The role is part of the Global Hub Project and Funds team. It is a strategic, hands-on role that will work directly with Country Offices in strengthening project cycle management through assessments, training, generating policies, procedures and guidance that will strengthen how we deliver impactful programs that embed quality, consistency and innovation. 

The Individual 

• This is an important role that will engage strategically across functional and geographical boundaries across the organisation.
• Therefore, you will be required to have demonstrable experience in managing INGO programmes in the field, both at strategic and operational levels.
• Experience developing global procedures and guidance for INGO programme and project management, building capacities in project management through direct and remote support, is also essential. 
• You will need to be proactive, diligent, and results-focused with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• With strong collaboration and networking skills, you will need to influence, engage and build cooperation across multiple stakeholders with different perspectives.

Salary
We will be happy to disclose the salary and applicable benefits to applicants as part of this process, however, please kindly note that the salary and employment benefits will be set according to your location and therefore it is not possible to include full details here.  

Application Closing Date
7th November, 2025 (UK Midnight).

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

Note

• Please respond to the requirements of the role in your cover letter.
• Only CVs and cover letters in English will be accepted.