Programme Manager at Andersen

Job Summary

• Beyond Boundaries is a dynamic initiative dedicated to empowering young women in Nigeria by dismantling systemic barriers to investment access, digital literacy, and leadership representation. Inspired by the vision Ad Astra (“To the stars, and beyond”), we believe that the worlds of finance and technology should be open to all who possess skill and ambition. Our mission is to equip a new generation of young women with the tools, networks, and resources they need to build, lead, and thrive, fostering financially empowered, digitally fluent communities. We achieve this by bridging intentional policymaking in the public sector with proactive leadership in the private sector, focusing on three core pillars: Investment Access, Digital Literacy, and Leadership Representation for women age 21-35. Position Overview: The Programme Manager will play a critical role in the successful planning, implementation, and management of the Beyond Boundaries programme. Reporting to the Founder, this individual will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring activities align with the strategic vision, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving impact across the programme’s three core pillars. This is a hands-on role requiring strong organizational skills, stakeholder engagement capabilities, and a passion for women’s empowerment.

Job Details

Programme Planning & Strategy:

• Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of the Beyond Boundaries programme strategy.
• Develop detailed annual and quarterly work plans, outlining key activities, timelines, resource requirements, and success metrics aligned with the three pillars.
• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and impact of the programme.

Programme Implementation & Delivery:

• Lead the execution of all programme activities, including workshops, training sessions (e.g., digital skilling initiatives), high impact convenings/conferences, community outreach efforts, and potentially elements related to entrepreneurship funding or investment readiness (linking with initiatives like The Launchpad, where applicable).
• Ensure timely and effective delivery of programme components, managing logistics and operational requirements.
• Oversee specific programme elements such as registration systems (e.g., Beyond Boundaries ID integration) and partner commitments (e.g., digital skilling delivery, scholarships).

Stakeholder Management & Partnerships:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government partners, private sector sponsors (e.g., Alami Capital, Google, Premium Trust Bank), delivery partners (e.g., 21st Centuries) and community leaders.
• Serve as a key point of contact for partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Identifying and cultivating new strategic partnerships.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:

• Implement robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to track programme progress, outputs, and outcomes against agreed KPIs.
• Manage programme budgets in collaboration with finance leads/event planners, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Prepare regular progress reports for the Director, steering committee, funders, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all reporting requirements from funding partners (e.g., AfDB, AFD, IsDB if applicable indirectly through partners).

Team & Volunteer Coordination:

• Coordinate activities with other team members and directors (e.g., Program & Content, Speaker Relations, Communications).
• Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, and management for specific events or activities, ensuring a positive experience for both volunteers and participants.

Communications & Outreach:

• Support the development and dissemination of programme communication materials.
• Contribute to outreach strategies to engage target beneficiaries (young women) and promote programme opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, International Development, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in programme or project management, preferably within the non-profit sector, social impact initiatives, or international development.
• Demonstrated experience in managing programmes focused on education, skills development, financial inclusion, digital literacy, women’s empowerment, or leadership development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector partners, and community groups.
• Experience in planning and executing events, workshops, or conferences is highly desirable.
• Experience working in the Nigerian context is essential.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional programme/project management skills, including planning, implementation, budget management, and M&E.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
• Proven ability to build and manage partnerships.
• Solid understanding of issues related to gender equity, financial inclusion, digital literacy, and leadership development in Nigeria/Africa.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software/tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a diverse team.

Personal Attributes:

• Deep commitment to the mission and values of Beyond Boundaries and a passion for women’s empowerment.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.