Assistant Manager at Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)

Duties and Responsibilities
Project management:

• Support the implementation and overall coordination of bilateral and multilateral development cooperation projects, facilitating effective communication and collaboration with government counterparts, implementing partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in the planning and coordination of feasibility studies and in-depth surveys for the development of new projects.
• Contribute to the preparation of Project Concept Papers and other key project documents, and perform additional project management-related tasks as required.

Management of Human Resource Development (Fellowship) Programs:

• Support the implementation of various fellowship programs including but not limited to invitational training, country-specific training, scholarship (Masters & Doctorate) programs and other related tasks.
• Support the management of KOICA’s Alumni Association; the South Korea International Cooperation Association of Nigeria (SKICAN) activities in Nigeria.

Public Relations Management:

• Management of KOICA Nigeria Office social media platforms, media relations, and press publications.
• Performance of Administrative Tasks
• Drafting of meeting minutes, Sector specific research reports, Speeches for Country Director, Official letters etc.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the Country Director

Qualification
All of the following qualifications are required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, Public Administration, or related fields: 3 years or more project experience in KOICA’s priority sectors of Education, Health, Governance Peace, Agriculture, Rural Development and Science, Technology, Innovation (STI)
• Master’s Degree or higher in International Development, International Relations, Public Administration, or related fields: 2 years or more project experience in KOICA’s priority sectors of Education, Health, Governance Peace, Agriculture, Rural Development and Science, Technology, Innovation (STI)
• Other non-related Bachelor’s degree : 5 years or more project experience in KOICA’s priority sectors of Education, Health, Governance Peace, Agriculture, Rural Development and Science, Technology, Innovation (STI)
• High level of computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Applicants must be under 35 years of age at the time of application submission.
• Candidates possessing the following criteria are desirable:
• Possession of PRINCE 2 Foundation, PRINCE 2 Practitioner, or PMP certification
• Experience working with Korean government-funded projects/programs
• Experience working with multi/bilateral development agencies.
• Demonstrated experience in handling public relations activities
• Fellowship experience, either as a beneficiary (participant) in a fellowship program or in a coordination/management role.

Competencies:

• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively in English; Interprets public policies and roles of each stakeholder; Interacts appropriately with a variety of stakeholders in both public and private sectors.
• Professionalism: Mobilize resources effectively in project/program management; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Delivers results on time without compromising quality standards; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; Willing to travel within Nigeria or abroad to manage assigned projects/programs.

Recruitment Timeline

• Shortlisting of candidates: March 11 ~ 13, 2026
• Written test/Interview: March 17 ~ 25, 2026
• Notification of successful candidate: March 25, 2026
• Expected start date: April 2026
• Please note that the above timeline is indicative and may be subject to change.

Addidtional Information

• Written Test: March 17, 2026
• 1st Interview (Competency based): March 24, 2026
• 2nd Interview (Personality based): March 25, 2026
• Length of service: One-year fixed-term contract renewable after evaluation (After successful completion of the Probationary Period).

Special Notice:

• The probationary period shall be three (3) months initially, with the possibility of an extension for an additional three (3) months, up to a maximum of six (6) months in total. (During the probationary period, 90% of agreed contract salary is payable.)
• Following the probationary period, the employee’s appointment may be confirmed or the contract terminated, based on performance and subject to the decision of the Country Director KOICA Nigeria Office
• Only selected candidates will be contacted for further procedures.
• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.