Programme Assistant, Democracy & Governance at Salve Consulting Limited

Description

• The Democracy & Governance portfolio operates at the intersection of policy, research, civic engagement, and programme implementation, with a strong emphasis on gender-responsive governance and electoral processes.

Role Overview

• The Programme Assistant – Democracy & Governance will support the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of programmes, particularly under women-focused advocacy initiatives.
• This role requires strong organizational and research capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
• The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge management while supporting initiatives that advance inclusive governance and women’s political participation.

Key Responsibilities
Programme Implementation and Coordination

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of democracy and governance programmes in line with approved workplans.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines, proactively flagging risks or delays.
• Assist in developing programme materials including reports, presentations, toolkits, and training manuals.
• Provide operational and administrative support to ensure efficient programme delivery.
• Support basic budget tracking, procurement processes, and vendor coordination in collaboration with the finance and operations teams.

Research, Analysis, and Reporting:

• Conduct structured research on governance trends, electoral processes, public policy, and women’s political participation.
• Compile and analyze data to inform programme planning, learning, and evaluation.
• Prepare research briefs, concept notes, and high-quality narrative reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to knowledge products that strengthen institutional learning.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Support engagement with programme partners, government institutions, civil society organizations, consultants, and community actors.
• Assist in building and maintaining strategic relationships across the governance ecosystem.
• Facilitate effective internal communication and information sharing across programme teams.

Communications and Outreach

• Assist in developing and disseminating programme-related communications including newsletters, website content, and social media materials.
• Contribute to promotional materials and outreach strategies that increase visibility for the organization’s initiatives.
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure consistent messaging and documentation of programme activities.

Event and Logistics Coordination

• Organize and coordinate workshops, convenings, training sessions, and stakeholder engagements.
• Manage event logistics including venue selection, participant registration, travel coordination, and speaker liaison.
• Prepare event materials, track attendance, and support post-event reporting.

Documentation and Knowledge Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of programme activities, trackers, and correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and donor reporting requirements.
• Support monitoring and evaluation processes, including data collection and documentation.

Administrative and Grant Support

• Provide administrative support including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting action points.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of grant proposals, donor reports, and funding documentation where required.
• Perform additional programme-related duties consistent with the responsibilities of the role.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience in programme support, advocacy, research, public policy, or nonprofit/development environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of Nigeria’s governance landscape, civic actors, political systems, and regional dynamics.
• Experience supporting programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, or advocacy initiatives within the governance space is strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing capabilities.
• Highly organized with strong project and time management skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools is an advantage.
• Demonstrated passion for gender equality, inclusive governance, and women’s empowerment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.