Job Title: Program Officer
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 250,000- 300,000 Gross
Location: Abuja
About Our Client
Our client is a dynamic non-profit organization committed to advancing gender equity and eliminating sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Through research, advocacy, policy reform, and survivor-centred interventions, they lead groundbreaking initiatives to drive action towards having a gender equitable society devoid of all forms of sexual and gender-based violence.
Job description
Support the expansion of program offerings in alignment with organizational goals and community needs.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing programs by identifying areas for enhancement and recommending best practices.
Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans for the program team.
Collaborate on the creation of risk mitigation plans to address potential challenges proactively and ensure program sustainability.
Analyze and monitor how various projects interlink, ensuring coherence and efficient resource utilization.
Liaise with the Communications Team to increase visibility and awareness of programs through effective storytelling and outreach.
Support the integration of program data and impact stories into communication materials and donor reports.
Identify internal and external challenges that could impact the achievement of organizational goals.
Represent the organization in stakeholder meetings, workshops, and collaborative initiatives as assigned.
Perform other related duties to support the overall success of the organization.
Requirements
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management, International Relations, or a related field.
A least 3 years of relevant experience in program coordination, implementation, or monitoring within a nonprofit, development, or social impact organisation
Good understanding of programme management principles, donor requirements, reporting standards, and results-based approaches.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, meet deadlines, and support programme delivery across teams.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, partners, and community stakeholders.
A proactive, detail-oriented mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a clear passion for social impact and mission-driven work.
Benefits
Benefits
Health Insurance (HMO Plan)
Opportunities for Professional Development
A dynamic and impactful work environment focused on empowering women
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Project Management, International Relations, or related field.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in program coordination, implementation, or monitoring within a nonprofit, development, or social impact organisation.
- Good understanding of programme management principles, donor requirements, reporting standards, and results-based approaches.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with ability to manage multiple activities and meet deadlines.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, partners, and community stakeholders.
- Proactive, detail-oriented mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and passion for social impact and mission-driven work.
What We Do
Lopterra Services Limited is a professional services firm providing a unique blend of safety, management systems training, consultancy, and HR and staffing services across Africa. Based in South Africa and Nigeria, they specialize in high-quality Human Resources and professional development training to help businesses achieve their objectives and maximize their potential through innovative and reliable business solutions.
