City/Country Location Details: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Code: 7448
ABOUT
DAI is a global development company with corporate offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, EU, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Palestine and project operations worldwide. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
DAI and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.
DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.
DAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
BACKGROUND OF THE PROJECT
Africa (HCD+) is a platform funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and will have the capability to serve as an African voice for advocacy, accountability and transparency on HCD. It will seek to accelerate political commitments, decision-making and funding for key priorities towards realising SDGs #1-6 in Sub-Saharan Africa. It aims to incubate regional advocacy and technical assistance hub on Human Capital Development towards increasing African Government's commitment, funding, and accountability to HCD. The platform, through increased HCD advocacy, focuses on three pillars: (i) Health and Nutrition; (ii) Education, skills and labour participation; (iii) Entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and digital economy.
Also, HCD sits across multiple Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in many African governments. Hence, no organisation holds an integrated vision for HCD. An HCD-focused institution can further help the HCD agenda on the continent. It will focus on four missions: (i) Create transparency on the HCD performance across the continent; (ii) Advocate with heads of state and decision-makers to make HCD a priority; (iii) Ensure effective coordination and collaboration with stakeholders and decision-makers; (iv) Selectively drive the implementation of flagship programs in education, health and economic inclusion. The programme has since commenced its activities in Abuja.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:
The Program Manager will report to the Executive Director. S/he provides administrative, financial, contractual, and management oversight for a portfolio of projects. S/he will work directly with project and technical leads to ensure projects achieve quality programming and development outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1. Accountable for managing project financial and contractual performance targets and leading monthly project financial reviews, technical deliverables, and troubleshooting any issues.
2. Works with designated Technical Lead to ensure that technical activities and deliverables are high quality and implemented per the contract scope of work and approved work plan.
3. Proactively identifies and analyzes risk areas and advises the relevant stakeholders on preventative measures.
4. Served as the primary point of contact for operational and financial matters related to project implementation.
5. Manages resource needs for performance and encourages collaboration within the broader organization.
6. Responsible for project outcomes by providing the necessary support for target teams to succeed.
7. Participates and provides support to project field teams during strategic planning sessions.
8. Develop proposal and terms of reference as the need arises
9. Manage budget realignments, contract modifications, and subcontract modifications.
10. Participates in research, pre-positioning and/or proposal management for opportunities.
11. Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep the budget on track
12. Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, master budget etc.
13. Produce reports to suit relevant stages of the projects.
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REQUIREMENTS & SPECIFICATIONS
1. Interested candidates should have a minimum of the first degree in any social science discipline especially in economics, data science, statistics and business.
2. 8- 10 years of progressive work experience in program management capacity.
3. A Master’s Degree or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an added advantage
4. Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals
5. Demonstrable experience in the management of program complete life cycle
6. Excellent project planning, management, and monitoring & evaluation skills
7. Demonstrable business acumen and global agility, including an in-depth understanding of financial and budget planning.
8. An excellent communicator with brilliant leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.
9. Excellent communication and IT skills, including strong reporting/presentation skills and familiarity with a wide range of IT applications
10. Outstanding interpersonal, highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to the client
11. Build the capacity of the place teams to deliver on programme deliverables, reporting, and financial management.
12. Experience of closely working with government departments at local and state levels is highly desirable
LANGUAGE:
Fluency in English and French language is required.
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English 
FRENCH
