Programmes Associate at AfriLabs

Position Overview:

• AfriLabs is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Programmes Associate. As the Programmes Associate, you will be responsible for supporting the planning, execution and evaluation of AfriLabs Programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Programmes department while working closely with the Director of Programmes.
• Work on the planning, coordination and implementation of all ongoing and future projects.
• Fill project timesheets while assisting the Director of Programmes to effectively engage the ecosystem through project implementation.
• Organize, take notes during meetings, and file all project documents appropriately.
• Support the project team in writing proposals, grants, concept notes, and other project/program-related activities.
• Attending to all administrative activities and queries related to the program.
• Support with drafting of submissions, printing and circulation
• Follow-up on programme submissions and document submission movement
• File all submissions and program documents, ensure the safekeeping of documentation and maintain a good filing system
• Prepare and submit purchase requests for relevant activities after discussion with the program team members;
• Place orders and administer payments for workshops, catering, conferences and departmental activities;
• Prepare and process travel requests and claim expenses
• Administer safekeeping of goods delivered and received
• Research project activities as required.
• Assist in analyzing programme activities as required.
• Assist in generating programme reports and carry out quality control to ensure reports are of the highest quality and meet AfriLabs standards before dissemination.
• Assist in supporting strategy planning and risk mitigation activities and sessions.

Qualifications:

• BSc in Business Administration, Management or any related field and mandatory NYSC year.
• Must have completed courses in Project Management.
• Two (2) years of work experience in project management or related roles
• Proficiency in the use of technical software and project management tools.

Additional Skills and Experience

• Experience drafting project reports and monitoring project progress.
• Experience working on a donor-funded project.
• Experience working with organisational tools and software.
• Good report writing skills.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Google Office Suite (Docs, Sheet, PowerPoint) and internet usage
• Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills