Deputy National Programme Manager at Chemonics International

Job Description/Program Summary

• Chemonics seeks a deputy national programme manager for an anticipated multi-year, DFID-funded education programme in Nigeria. The programme will focus on supporting improved learning for an estimated 1.5 million children in three states in northern Nigeria and support state and non-state systems benefitting 8,000,000 children nationally.
• We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Drive the daily technical implementation of the programme for activities focused on curriculum development, governance systems, policy design, and other areas, adjusting approaches as implementation realities dictate
• Oversee and review technical products and deliverables
• Support the national programme manager in the daily management of the programme, including managing relationships with DFID, other donor-funded programmes, and the Nigerian government
• Support the national programme manager in representing the programme to the Nigerian government, stakeholders, and public and private sector counterparts
• Perform at a senior management level, including managing staff in a matrixed system with a focus on adaptive management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Science, International Development, or a related discipline is required; advanced degree in education or another relevant discipline is preferred
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience managing large (£15m or above), complex education projects in developing countries, including a minimum of two years as deputy team leader or team leader
• In-depth technical knowledge and experience in all programme output areas, including teaching and learning, governance of state and non-state systems, use of evidence, and strategic communications
• Experience leading large teams and managing programs that achieve results, with a focus on adaptive management
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.