Jobs at Rhizome Consulting

Job Summary

• The Director of Programmes and Strategy will serve as a core member of the leadership team, responsible for driving programme design, strategic direction, and execution across Nigeria. The position holder will oversee a portfolio of high-impact initiatives, cultivate strategic partnerships, and ensure measurable results that align with the organisation’s mission and Africa-focused growth. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader who combines strategic thinking with a deep understanding of agricultural development in West Africa.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and scaling of integrated agricultural programmes across six northern Nigerian states.
• Translate organisational vision into executable country-level strategies, with clear milestones and performance indicators.
• Build and manage a high-performing programme team with a culture of accountability, learning, and collaboration.
• Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with government institutions, donors, private sector players, and civil society actors.
• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track impact and inform adaptive programming.
• Represent the organisation at high-level meetings, policy platforms, and regional development forums.
• Contribute to the expansion strategy across Africa by providing insight, thought leadership, and regional intelligence.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• A master’s degree or higher in International Development, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, Public Policy, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in international development, with at least 5 years in a senior strategic, programme director or a strategy role.
• Strong expertise in agricultural value chains, rural livelihoods, or market systems development, preferably within West Africa.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programmes from design to scale.
• Deep understanding of the socio-economic landscape of Northern Nigeria.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, partnership-building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent leadership, team building, and change management skills.
• Superior communication and negotiation abilities, with a fluency in English (Hausa is an asset).
• Willingness to travel frequently within the country and occasionally internationally.

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Job Summary

• The Manager, Corporate Affairs is the strategic voice of the programme, responsible for shaping its public image, managing reputational risks, and positioning it as a credible, transparent, and consumer-focused programme. The manager Corporate Affrairs will serve as the bridge between the programme and its diverse audiences, ensuring clarity, credibility, and consistent messaging.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of the corporate communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the programme’s mission and milestones.
• Build and manage strong relationships with media outlets, government partners, civil society, and the public.
• Serve as a spokesperson and media liaison, preparing high-quality press releases, talking points, speeches, and briefing documents.
• Oversee brand and reputation management, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms and engagements.
• Manage crisis communications and mitigate reputational risks through proactive planning and timely response.
• Drive public awareness campaigns to educate and inform stakeholders on metering reforms and benefits.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure internal and external communications are aligned, timely, and effective.
• Monitor public sentiment, media coverage, and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine messaging and engagement.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field.
• A master’s degree is an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or media relations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or strategic role.
• Proven experience working with high-profile government initiatives, energy or infrastructure programmes, or donor-funded projects.
• Excellent writing, editing, and public speaking skills, with a strong understanding of media dynamics in Nigeria.
• Demonstrated ability to manage communications in complex, high-stakes environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

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Job Summary

• The Head of Human Resources will play a key strategic leadership role within the organisation and will be responsible for building a future-ready workforce, nurturing a performance-driven culture, and aligning HR practices with bold, transformative goals. This role goes beyond traditional HR functions, it is about driving organisational excellence, fostering leadership development, and creating systems that unlock the full potential of the team.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement human capital strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and growth trajectory.
• Lead change management initiatives, workforce planning, and talent pipeline development for critical national-scale projects.
• Develop robust recruitment frameworks to attract top-tier talent and implement retention strategies to foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Build and maintain an effective performance evaluation system that supports employee development and organisational goals.
• Drive continuous learning, skills development, and leadership training across all levels of the organisation.
• Develop and update HR policies to ensure legal compliance and alignment with effective practices.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, wellness, and positive workplace culture.
• Work closely with executive leadership to shape the strategic direction of the organisation from a people perspective.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
• A Master's degree is an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading HR in a fast-paced, complex, and high-growth organisation.
• Experience in public sector reform, international development, or infrastructure-related programmes is an added advantage.
• Deep understanding of strategic HRM, talent management, and organisational design.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR strategy with broader organisational objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in HR analytics and technology platforms.
• High emotional intelligence, integrity, and a passion for nation-building and public service.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a mission-driven and results-oriented environment.

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Job Summary

• The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for driving data, strategy, and operational decision-making in finance matters, and will partner closely with programme leaders to shape financial strategy, drive cost efficiency, and ensure the financial integrity of an important reform initiative in the energy sector.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies aligned with programme goals.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Track and analyse programme spending, ensuring alignment with budget and financial controls.
• Lead financial reporting processes and prepare strategic dashboards for leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and opportunities across the initiative and propose actionable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, donor requirements, and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development of financial systems, tools, and processes that support growth and scalability.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Experiences

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a finance role, with at least 3 years in a business partnering or financial planning & analysis capacity.
• Proven experience working in large-scale programmes, infrastructure, energy, or development sectors.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial modelling, cost control, and performance analysis.
• Excellent Excel and financial systems skills; experience with ERP platforms is an advantage.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insight.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.