Program Manager: Ecosystem Development at Microsoft

Job Number: 945740
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Travel: None
Profession: Engineering
Role type: Individual Contributor
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Are you passionate about the talents and Talent Development? Do you see the incredible potential of talented youths across Africa developing to be leaders and creators of industries? Are you interested in working in the most exciting company in the tech industry in Africa? A global industry leader relentlessly focused on Diversity and Inclusion? A pioneer with unmatched passion for growing, innovating, and expanding the technology ecosystem by investing in growing the awesome talents in Africa? Then Microsoft ADC-West is the place for you!
• At ADC, Microsoft is conducting research, incubation, product engineering and strategic partnerships, contributing to the company strategy and value creation. We are a diverse and an enthusiastic crew of engineers and innovators. We work hard, have a lot of fun, and share a singular goal: to enable every person and organization in the emerging markets to realize the Microsoft promise of enabling every person and organization on the planet to do more.
• Microsoft ADC-W is seeking an individual who will help in the development and advancement of a sustainable technology ecosystem in Africa.
• The Program Manager will be responsible for strategic planning execution of our Student & Professional Engagement Program. Partnering with Universities and other tertiary institutions in the upskilling of their graduates to be ready for the technology industry of the future. Identifying, and engaging with the tech community to establish a vibrant and thriving ecosystem of industry professionals. 
• This will involve building and executing on a community-focused strategy to engage with Students, Startups, Partners and Government. To succeed in this role, one should have core leadership principles of creating clarity, generating energy and delivering results with enthusiasm and the entrepreneurial spirit that brings out creativity and the best of everyone involved.

Responsibilities

• Build a community-led strategy to engage the student and professional ecosystem.
• Lead and oversee the overall execution of all engagements within the Student & Professional Community Engagement Program
• Define the community outreach strategy including social media, blogs, videos across customer verticals
• Foster, grow, and support a global community of student ambassadors and technical professionals
• Inspire interested students to join the MSP (Microsoft Student Partner) program and identify leading technical community experts to join the MVP (Most Valued Professional) program
• Organize events, outreach campaigns, and grassroots initiatives that align with ADC Community engagement objectives
• Actively develop solutions to empower and increase community-led engagements using data-driven insights

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of program and project management experience.
• Experience driving complex and ambiguous programs from ideation to delivery.
• Ability to identify, acquire and measure key performance indicators for the team.
• Proven experience working with youths and technical communities.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in leading technical and non-technical discussions with key stakeholders.
• Strong multi-tasker and self-starter with a real passion for technology.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Experience in the Microsoft GARAGE Internship Program would be an added advantage.
• Experience in diversity and inclusion programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of community building experience, with at least 2 years in student engagements
• Experience working with students and understand their specific needs
• Proven experience in building communities from scratch and leading large-scale community initiatives
• Previous experience as a speaker
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / Engineering / Business or equivalent work experience