Programme Manager at a Community-driven Initiative - The People Practice

The People Practice - Our client is a community-driven initiative focused on empowering vulnerable populations

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programme Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our Client is looking to hire a Programme Manager who will lead the strategic planning, funding, execution, and evaluation of the organization’s initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and long-term sustainability.

Job Description

• Securing funding through partnerships, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
• Developing and managing community-driven projects, including food distribution, education support, and skills training.
• Engaging donors, volunteers, and stakeholders to sustain and expand the initiative.
• Leveraging technology and data to enhance efficiency, track impact, and optimize resource allocation.
• This is a high-impact leadership role requiring strong project management expertise, financial acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills to drive the initiative’s success.

Responsibilities
Programme Development & Execution:

• Design and implement quarterly outreach programs in alignment with the organization’s strategic pillars.
• Oversee education support programs, including scholarships and school reintegration initiatives.
• Develop and manage skills training and venture support programs to enhance economic empowerment.
• Ensure smooth execution of medical outreaches, family support initiatives, and community engagement activities.
• Establish and enforce monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess impact and effectiveness.

Fundraising, Grant Writing & Donor Relations:

• Develop and execute fundraising strategies to secure sustainable financial resources.
• Identify and apply for grants, corporate sponsorships, and government funding opportunities.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate donors, international foundations, and individual philanthropists.
• Oversee the Adopt-a-Child initiative and other donor engagement programs.
• Ensure transparent financial management and compliance with funding agreements.

Stakeholder & Community Engagement:

• Build and strengthen partnerships with NGOs, government agencies, religious institutions, and private sector organizations.
• Mobilize volunteers, community leaders, and corporate sponsors to support program execution.
• Represent the organization at fundraising events, networking forums, and policy advocacy meetings.

Operations & Team Leadership

• Establish and lead a high-performing project team to drive efficiency and impact.
• Oversee logistics, procurement, and distribution processes for outreach programs.
• Develop risk management strategies to address operational challenges.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in project governance and compliance.

Data & Impact Measurement

• Implement real-time tracking systems to monitor program reach and effectiveness.
• Prepare impact reports and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Use data-driven insights to optimize resource allocation and program design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years' work experience with at least 2 years' experience in programme/project management, preferably in the humanitarian, social impact, or development sector.
• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and financial management.
• Experience in community engagement, volunteer management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and impact measurement frameworks.
• Experience in logistics and supply chain coordination.
• Project planning, budgeting, and execution expertise.
• Ability to analyze data and generate impact-driven reports.
• Fundraising, sponsorship & grant writing proficiency.

Must have skills:

• Strong problem-solving and crisis management abilities.
• Strong leadership, people management, and negotiation skills.

Application Closing Date
20th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
Click the link to apply online