We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Programs and Events Manager
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Overview
- The Programs and Events Manager will lead the strategic design and execution of programs and events aimed at achieving organizational goals.
- This role requires exceptional leadership abilities to manage a team effectively, plan and execute events that align with program objectives, maintain client relationships, and ensure the success of each event.
Key Responsibilities
Program and Event Planning:
- Lead the design and development of programs and events aimed at achieving organizational objectives, focusing on sectors such as agribusiness, maritime, and trade.
- Ensure the alignment of events with program goals and client needs.
Team Leadership and Coordination:
- Effectively lead and mentor a team responsible for executing programs and events.
- Delegate tasks efficiently, provide guidance, and foster a collaborative team environment to ensure successful event execution.
Client Relationship Management:
- Manage client relationships, ensuring alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs), deliverables, validation, and feedback requirements.
- Maintain regular communication with clients to understand their needs and ensure satisfaction.
Strategic Planning and Administration:
- Plan and administer all project related activities, including finalization, organization, budgeting, and reporting.
- Develop weekly work plans, oversee their implementation, and ensure completion.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development:
- Develop stakeholder maps for each program and maintain an updated stakeholders and partners database.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders including government agencies, donors, private firms, and international organizations to facilitate partnerships aligned with trade and investment in Africa.
Event Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Track, monitor, and evaluate program and event metrics to ensure milestones are achieved in line with budget and timeline perspectives.
- Identify areas for improvement and share best practices to enhance future event success.
Collaboration and SOP Implementation:
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless coordination and execution of programs and events.
- Implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all program activities.
Sales, Repeat Customers, and Success Metrics:
- Ensure the success of events by focusing on sales, customer satisfaction, and the overall success of each program. Foster repeat customer engagement.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Business, Financial Inclusion.
- Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience in event management, with a focus on agribusiness, agri-finance, and agriculture value chains, Trade and investment particularly in Nigeria.
- Proven leadership in managing multiple projects concurrently and leading teams toward program goals.
- Demonstrated innovation, problem solving, and decision making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective presentation and client interaction.
- Strong self-drive, curiosity, ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage time effectively.