Manager, Strategy (Public Sector) at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria has been operating in Nigeria since 1953 through its predecessor firms of Coopers & Lybrand and Price Waterhouse. We're one of the leading professional services firms in the country with offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, over 1000 staff and 31 resident partners.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Manager, Strategy (Public Sector)

Job requisition ID: 737080WD
Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time
Management Level: Manager

Role Overview 

• We are looking for a results-driven Manager to join our team. This role involves leading projects that support government and public institutions in achieving policy, operational, and digital transformation goals.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of public sector dynamics and a passion for driving impact through strategic advisory and implementation. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage public sector consulting engagements from planning through execution. 
• Provide strategic advice to government clients on policy, governance, and operational improvements. 
• Design and implement public sector reform and digital transformation initiatives. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with public sector stakeholders. 
• Support business development efforts including proposal writing and client presentations. 
• Guide and mentor junior consultants and analysts. 

Requirements
What We’re Looking For:

• A First Degree is required; an MBA, MSc., or PhD in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Economics, Finance, or Business Administration is an added advantage. 
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in government, public sector advisory, or consulting (strategy or boutique firms), with exposure to public sector reforms and transformation initiatives; sector experience is a plus. 
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English. 
• Demonstrated ability to structure and decompose complex public sector challenges into clear, actionable solutions. 
• Experience preparing high-quality consulting-style deliverables, including policy briefs, presentations, status reports, meeting notes, and project tracking documents. 
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with government officials, development partners, and cross-functional teams. 
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills, particularly in multi-stakeholder environments. 
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and adaptability skills. 
• Excellent communication, presentation, and policy storytelling abilities. 
• Full computer literacy, including proficiency in standard business and analytical tools. 

Application Closing Date
3rd July, 2026.

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