Communication, External Relations and Business Development Manager at Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative (YEDI)

Job Summary
Project Manage your own Youth Project:

• Are you passionate about driving social change and empowering young people? Do you have a bold idea for a transformative program? Youth Development and Empowerment Initiative (YEDI) wants you—and your vision.
• We are seeking a dynamic, committed, and creative Programs Manager to join our team and design, lead, and scale a new program that addresses one of the most pressing challenges faced by Nigerian youth.
• This isn't your typical job posting. We're not just hiring a Program Manager—we're looking for a Changemaker ready to develop and launch a high-impact initiative within one of YEDI’s strategic focus areas.

Our Area of Focus:

• Health & Sanitation – Programs that improve access to healthcare, mental health support, disease prevention, and reproductive health education.
• Climate Change – Initiatives that promote environmental sustainability, climate action, renewable energy solutions, and community-led conservation efforts.
• Women’s Empowerment – Programs that support gender equality, economic opportunities for young women, Coaching, leadership development, and access to education.
• Youth Unemployment – Solutions that provide employability skills, entrepreneurship training, and innovative job creation strategies.

Requirements
The Applicant must:

• Hold a University degree with at least 5 years of working experience in the nonprofit or social sector.
• Be based in Lagos, Nigeria and between 25–35 years old.
• Have demonstrated experience and track record working in the program area of choice.
• Present a clear vision for the proposed program to have a measurable impact on young people and fall into one of YEDI’s four focus areas. The program must represent scalability.
• Demonstrate excellent sense of responsibility and discipline.
• Be passionate about working with youths.