Program Director at Murtala Muhammed Foundation

Job Purpose

The Program Director is a senior management position, it is a high responsibility role, as the ideal candidate will be required to manage staff, programs and see to the delivery and overall success of each program.

Key Working Relationships

Working relationships will include the Board of Directors, Advisory board, Local and International NGOs/Partners, government agencies.

Job Responsibilities

• Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization
• Plan the programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones, and processes
• Seek grants and funding from corporate and International Partners in order to run the Foundation’s programs.
• Seek for relevant partnership in other to position the Foundation on a global level
• Develop and approve budgets and operations
• Supervise all program and project managers involved to provide feedback and resolve complex problems
• Responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and develop initiatives to support the strategic direction of the Foundation.
• Discover ways to enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and people
• Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements.
• Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations.
• Manage governance by ensuring that Murtala Muhammed Foundation fosters and maintain a strong relationship while maximizing the opportunities the board of director, and advisory board bring on board.

Qualifications/Experience

• A Degree in the relevant course and a  Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• 5-10 years’ experience in senior nonprofit management experience in development
• Fundraising, grant-seeking skills, and excellent Marketing skills
• Proven experience as a program director or other managerial position
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
• Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics
• Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting
• Working knowledge of MS office and program management software (e.g. Basecamp, MS Project, etc.)
• Business acumen with a strategic ability
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• An analytical mindset with great problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation
• Ability to convey the vision of Murtala Muhammed Foundation’s strategic future to staff, board, volunteers and donors
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
• Strong presentation and public speaking ability