Project Coordinator at Slum2School Africa

Slum2School Africa - We are a volunteer-driven development organization that has taken the lead in transforming the lives of children and youths across underserved communities on the African continent through the provision of various educational development programs, state of the art learning facilities, infusion of 21st-century technology and vocational development, as well as educational scholarships into primary schools, secondary schools, and universities.

In 10 years, global impact has been realized through our core strategic scholarship and support programs.

The members of our team possess a range of skills, interests, and expertise that enable them to take responsibility for aggressive personal and organizational growth, the conceptualization, development, and implementation of new and emerging programs, identification and securing of diverse funding sources, and the recruitment, welfare, and retention of top-tier professionals who align with our vision and mission.

They have a firm belief and commitment to our vision and they are interested in scaling our projects and programs to new territories while building efficient sustainable systems. We welcome you to join our team.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Lagos and Port Harcourt - Rivers
Reports To: Project Manager

Core Responsibilties

• Work closely with the Project Manager to implement all DFI project components across designated communities, schools, and learning hubs.
• Coordinate training and upskilling of digital facilitators, volunteers, and teacher trainers in collaboration with the curriculum development and tech teams.
• Oversee logistics and successful execution of digital literacy training, tech bootcamps, hackathons, and demo sessions.
• Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring milestones are met within scope, budget, and timeframe.
• Ensure effective project documentation, including progress reports, learning outcome assessments, activity sheets, communication materials are accurate and up-to-date.
• Coordinate with the M&E team to develop and present impact reports, showcasing measurable learning outcomes and success stories.
• Supervise the performance and accountability of project facilitators and interns under the DFI project.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with tech partners, government stakeholders, private sector sponsors, and community leaders.
• Track and evaluate the performance and engagement of learners through monitoring tools, learning analytics, and surveys.
• Manage project risks and troubleshoot any issues that arise in collaboration with the technical team and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Key Performance Indicators

• Achieve 100% of project milestones by their respective deadlines.
• Average engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments) on campaign content across social media, newsletters, and blog articles per month.
• Timeliness and accuracy in tracking and analyzing campaign performance metrics.
• % of projects completed within the established timelines as per the project plan.
• Stakeholder satisfaction score based on feedback and collaborative effectiveness.
• Successful initiation and implementation of the new project.
• Regular analysis of resource allocation and utilization against project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Education Technology, or a related field.
• Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination.
• High proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana, Notion).
• Technical proficiency in at least one area such as: coding (HTML, Python, JavaScript), Artificial Intelligence AI , STEM, robotics, or data science.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous volunteer experience with Slum2School (minimum of 2 years) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in coordinating digital education, ICT programs, tech initiatives, or youth development projects.
• Proven knowledge of digital literacy frameworks, STEM education, AI, and emerging technologies.
• Experience working with youth in the educational sector or in underserved communities is a strong advantage.

Skills:

• Strong technical and digital skills with a passion for technology for youth development.
• Exceptional strategic planning and execution capabilities.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Empathy, creativity, and commitment to impact-driven work in underserved communities.
• Capacity to lead and inspire young learners and facilitators.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Highly proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen eye for detail.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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