Programs Manager at LIFE Africa

LIFE Africamobilize capital, de-risk innovation, enable scale across partner platforms, and turn impact into something fundable, verifiable, and institutionally credible.We are an intermediary platform for catalytic capital, a convener of funders, corporates, and ecosystem actors, abuilder of verificationand impact intelligence, a strategic storyteller with deep creative-economy insight.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programs Manager

Location: Nigeria

Description

• We are seeking an exceptionally organized and hands-on Programs Manager to drive the administrative and operational needs of the Foundation.
• This role combines program coordination, office operations, donor support, and event logistics, requiring a professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands systems thinking, and can translate high-level plans into concrete outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate the Foundation’s strategy into operational project plans and execution timelines.
• Oversee day-to-day implementation of all programs and pilots.
• Develop and maintain internal program trackers and shared dashboards.
• Supervise third-party implementation partners and vendors to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Lead documentation, enforcement, and regular audits of SOPs across programs and support functions.
• Coordinate internal workflows, scheduling, and reporting mechanisms.
• Manage procurement, vendor onboarding, and compliance documentation.
• Support the development and implementation of digital systems (e.g., Hubspot, Notion, Trello, Airtable) for internal knowledge management.
• Develop and track program budgets in collaboration with Finance and Programs teams.
• Monitor actual spend vs. forecast across program workstreams.
• Ensure financial documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Schedule and prepare for recurring check-ins, project reviews, and milestone evaluations.
• Coordinate logistics for fundraising-related events, meetings, and
  workshops.
• Assist with drafting proposals, donor briefs, concept notes, and reporting documents.
• Conduct donor and partner research to support outreach strategy.
• Maintain an organized and accessible library of proposal templates, pitch decks, and presentations.
• Accompany the Head of Foundation to events, meetings, and site visits as operational support.
• Handle minute-taking, follow-ups, and coordination with external stakeholders.
• Prepare event briefs, pack donor materials, and manage on-the-ground logistics.
• Ensure post-meeting notes and action items are implemented and tracked.
• Serve as liaison between the Foundation and implementation partners.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Development, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s is a plus).
• 5 - 7 years of experience in program delivery, operations, or grants management within the social impact or development space.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and workstreams under pressure.
• Experience in donor-funded program delivery and stakeholder reporting.
• Proficiency with digital project management tools and productivity platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative and able to manage up/down across multiple teams.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Confident representing the Foundation in external meetings and donor settings.
• Proactive problem-solver with a calm, structured approach.
• Deep understanding of NGO workflows and compliance expectations on and implementation partners.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2026.

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