Senior Programmes Associate at Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) Nigeria

Job Purpose

The Senior Programmes Associate will play a key role in designing, managing, and scaling impactful education programmes at re:learn. This individual will work at a more strategic level, leading programme implementation, managing stakeholder relationships, and securing funding opportunities. They will oversee partnerships, ensuring alignment with re:learn’s mission to improve education through EdTech innovations across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Manangement

• Lead the design and execution of educational programmes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee programme implementation, ensuring high-quality delivery and measurable impact.
• Develop and manage programme budgets, ensuring financial efficiency.
• Maintain proper documentation of program expenses, activities, and milestones.
• Identify opportunities to scale programmes and optimize resource allocation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Programme Associates and other team members.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Coordinate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, funding partners, and community leaders.
• Represent re:learn in external meetings, policy discussions, and sector events.
• Lead partnership negotiations, ensuring mutual value for re:learn and collaborators.
• Support the development of strategic alliances to drive programme growth and sustainability.

Fundraising & Grant Management

• Identify, apply for and manage grants and funding opportunities that align with re:learn’s initiatives.
• Lead the development of funding proposals and pitch presentations to donors and partners.
• Manage grant reporting and compliance, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Build relationships with potential donors and funding agencies to secure long-term partnerships.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure programme success.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making.
• Prepare reports on progress, challenges, and impact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that programmes are continuously improved based on feedback and impact assessments.

Community Management

• Implement monthly engagement activities to animate the Edtech Community and create thought leadership pieces that highlight and amplify our work.
• Contribute to the Practices’ Edtech Community Blog and Newsletters.
• Create organizational dashboards and reports to support effective decision-making and cross-company communications of business performance status

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience in programme management, ideally within education, EdTech, or development sectors.
• Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and partnership management.
• Experience in grant writing, and grant management.
• Knowledge of education and EdTech trends in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Excellent project management, budgeting, and strategic planning skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.