Executive Secretary at The Bridge Leadership Foundation

REPORTS TO: Board of Trustees

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the implementation of TBLF's programmes, projects and activities
• Work with the Board to develop and implement comprehensive strategies for the Bridge Leadership Foundations growth
• Oversee the management of TBLF's office operations
• Establish and manage stratetigic relationships with local and international partners
• Manage the TBLF brand, actively promoting TBLF's programmes and activities across different media platforms
• Raise funds on behalf of TBLF and interface with its local and international partners and funders
• Build an effective team of leaders by providing guidance and coaching to subordinate managers
• Serve as a spokesperson for TBLF, providing training sessions, presentations and representing the organization at local and international events
• Manage TBLF's budget and ensure transparency and efficient use of the organizations financial and nonfinancial resources
• Provide regular reports on TBLF's progress to board members, funders, supporters and other stakeholders
• Oversee any other tasks that may emerge as the organization grows

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Minimum of 7 years' professional work experience with managerial experience and the ability to energize and lead a team

·         Demonstrated knowledge of working on youth related development programs and projects.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience in programme planning, training management , delivery and monitoring  & evaluation
• Strong analytical skills and a proven track record of leadership and team coordination
• Practical knowledge of proposal writing, grant sourcing and donor management
• facilitation skills and curriculum development
• In depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools: MS Word; Excel, PowerPoint

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• A person of high integrity, moral courage and respect for subordinates
• An experienced project manager with experience in leading a team effort preferably in the development space
• A skilled negotiator, familiar with non-profit fundraising and who is able to develop proposals and bids
• An excellent communicator, both oral and written, capable of engaging local and international partners at a senior level on programmes and organizational initiatives and spoken English
• Flexible multi-tasker with good time management skills who can work to deadlines
• Passion for Nigerian development and commitment to transforming the country
• Willing to travel frequently within and beyond Nigeria
• Must be willing to relocate to Calabar