Job For Programme Manager at Data-Lead Africa

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Data-Lead Africa is a consulting firm providing world-class data analytics and strategic consulting services. Data is our raw material and we deploy exceptional skills in statistics, research methods and Information technology to process data into insights. Our focus is to turn data into decisions so as to drive performance, value, competitive advantage and innovation. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Programme Manager Location: Abuja Job Descriptions

• We are looking for an experienced Program Manager to organize and coordinate our programmes and activities.
• The programme manager will be tasked with developing programs to support the organization's strategic direction, as well as creating and managing long term goals.
• He/She will also be in charge of developing budgets and operating plans for programs and writing program funding proposals.
• The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader and will have experience in managing staff, supervising processes and producing results in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction, safety, quality and team member performance.
• Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.
• Meeting with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services.
• Producing accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.
• Organizing programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.
• Developing new programs to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Creating and managing long-term goals.
• Developing a budget and operating plan for the program.
• Developing an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
• Writing program funding proposals to guarantee uninterrupted delivery of services.

Requirements

• Proven experience in program management.
• Proven stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience managing a team.
• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Competency in data management and analysis
• Competency in proposal and grant writing.
• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Excellent research skills
• MSc/MA/Med in Social Sciences or Pure and Applied Sciences. PhD already at research stage is an added advantage.

      How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application and CV to: [email protected] using the "Job title" as the subject of the email.   Application Deadline 15th July, 2019.

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