Development and Programme Manager at African Franchise Institute

African Franchise Institute - A pioneer and builder of an emerging institute and business school in Nigeria is looking to fill the vacant role below:

Job Title: Development and Programme Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, coordinating and improving the internal and external programs of the organization which align with the organization’s strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the introduction and roll-out of new training and certification programmes of the institute.
• Expanding programme offering and enhancing the quality of existing programmes
• Significantly support and successfully manage the implementation of the strategic business goals.
• Gathering feedback and presenting insights
• Reporting on program performance to executive team and directors
• Identifying opportunities for continual improvement
• Developing industry partnerships
• Oversee programs of the Institute including coordination of faculty activities and providing data management and secretarial support to the Faculty staff and volunteers.
• Implement productivity, quality, and customer-service standards by resolving problems, completing audits, identifying trends, determining system improvements, and implementing change.
• Develop and implement strategic plans and ensure growth in line with the objectives of the organizations.
• Developing and implementing a strategy for the program team, including developing a robust risk mitigation plan
• Liaising with the marketing and Digital media communications team to increase awareness of programs
• Managing budgets and reporting on fund allocation
• Participating in tender and grant application process including design, submission and review
• Coordinating and running events, seminars, webinars and workshops

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of B.Sc degree in related field
• Minimum of 5 years Cognate Experience as a Program Manager in a reputable Business or Management Training School is a MUST.
• High level of proficiency with Google suite (sheets, docs, slides) and communication technologies, such as Slack and Zoom.

Required Core Competencies:

• Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
• Teamwork and motivational skills
• Organizational and multitasking skills
• Information Technology and Computer skills
• Risk management and problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Cost control and budgeting skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV (MS Word) to: [email protected] using "Development and Programme Manager" as e-mail subject.

Note: Only qualified candidates would be shortlisted

Application Deadline  23rd April, 2021.