Head of Programs at LOPTERRA

About the Role

• The Head of Programs will play a critical role in providing strategic oversight for the organization’s program portfolio, ensuring high-quality implementation, measurable impact, and alignment with our mission and strategic priorities.
• This role is ideal for a strategic, experienced, and impact-driven professional with strong expertise in program leadership, design, implementation, and organizational strategy within the nonprofit or development sector.

Job Description

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of organizational programs and projects.
• Lead the development and execution of program strategies, annual work plans, and operational priorities aligned with organizational goals.
• Ensure program quality, impact, compliance, and effective monitoring, evaluation, learning, and reporting processes.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to program teams while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with donors, government agencies, development partners, and other key stakeholders to support organizational growth.
• Identify funding opportunities, manage program risks, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and represent the organization in high-level engagements and strategic forums.
• Perform other related related duties that support the achievement of the organization’s mission and strategic objectives.

Requirements

• A PhD or Master’s Public Policy, Political Science, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.
• 7–9 years of progressive experience in program leadership, management, and implementation within nonprofit, development, or social impact organizations.
• Strong expertise in program strategy, project management, monitoring and evaluation, safeguarding, and results-based programming.
• Proven experience leading multi-sectoral programs, managing cross-functional teams, and engaging donors through proposal development and reporting.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, accountable, and mission-driven approach.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (HMO Plan)
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• A dynamic and impactful work environment focused on empowering women

Why you should join our client

• They are leading the fight against sexual and gender-based violence through innovation, advocacy, and survivor-centered programs. By joining this team, you’ll contribute to impactful work that shapes policy, drives systemic change, and empowers communities, especially within Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
• They offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your voice matters, your growth is valued, and your work makes a real difference. If you're passionate about gender justice and ready to be part of meaningful change, we’d love to have you on board.