Programmes Specialist at Rise Networks

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly organised, strategic, and results-driven Programmes Specialist to oversee the design, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of Rise Networks’ programmes and initiatives.
• The successful candidate will translate programme objectives into clear execution plans, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, track programme performance, and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of programmes and projects.
• Develop programme work plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and implementation frameworks.
• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, facilitators, vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Manage multiple programmes simultaneously while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain programme budgets, schedules, trackers, and documentation.
• Coordinate workshops, trainings, stakeholder engagements, conferences, and other programme activities.
• Prepare concept notes, proposals, programme reports, presentations, briefs, and other documentation.
• Monitor programme KPIs, outcomes, deliverables, and impact indicators.
• Identify implementation risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with programme partners, funders, clients, government institutions, development organisations, and ecosystem stakeholders.
• Support partnership development, fundraising, proposal development, and identification of new programme opportunities.
• Provide regular programme updates and performance reports to management.
• Ensure compliance with programme standards, policies, budgets, and timelines.
• Lead and coordinate programme teams to achieve agreed objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve programme processes, efficiency, quality, and impact.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in programme/project management or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience managing programmes from conception through implementation and evaluation.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders, teams, vendors, consultants, and partners.
• Strong experience with programme planning, budgeting, reporting, and documentation.
• Experience within the technology, AI, education, development, nonprofit, social impact, or innovation ecosystem is an advantage.
• Knowledge of project/programme management methodologies and tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with project management platforms such as Asana, Trello, Jira, Monday.com, Notion, or similar tools is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and programme leadership
• Excellent project and programme management skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Stakeholder and relationship management
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking ability
• Budget and resource management
• Attention to detail
• Team leadership and collaboration
• Negotiation and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and delivery.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead impactful programmes at the intersection of AI, technology, education, policy, and social development.
• Exposure to national and international partners and stakeholders.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A collaborative and innovation-driven work environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to initiatives shaping Africa’s digital and AI future.

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Role Summary

• We are seeking a passionate, analytical, and highly organized Programmes Associate – Energy, Climate & Environment to support the design, coordination, implementation, research, and monitoring of programmes focused on climate action, clean energy, environmental sustainability, and sustainable development.
• The successful candidate will work with internal teams, government institutions, development partners, researchers, private-sector organizations, and other stakeholders to deliver impactful programmes and generate evidence-based solutions to environmental and climate-related challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of Energy, Climate, and Environmental programmes.
• Conduct research on climate change, renewable energy, energy transition, sustainability, environmental policy, and green economy trends.
• Support the development of project proposals, concept notes, reports, presentations, and policy briefs.
• Assist in coordinating workshops, conferences, stakeholder engagements, trainings, and field activities.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Collect, analyze, and document programme data and impact indicators.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, learning, and reporting activities.
• Conduct desk research and prepare intelligence briefs on emerging climate and energy issues.
• Support stakeholder mapping and engagement with government agencies, development organizations, academia, communities, and private-sector partners.
• Assist with grant and donor reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development of climate and environmental communication materials.
• Identify emerging opportunities for partnerships, funding, and programme development.
• Support the integration of technology, data, and Artificial Intelligence into climate and environmental programmes.
• Perform other programme-related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in programme coordination, research, climate action, sustainability, energy, environmental development, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or professional certification in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Required Skills:

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Programme and project coordination.
• Report and proposal writing.
• Data collection, analysis, and presentation.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Preferred Knowledge & Experience

Candidates with experience or knowledge in any of the following will have an advantage:

• Renewable and clean energy.
• Climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Energy transition and energy access.
• Environmental sustainability.
• Carbon markets and climate finance.
• Circular economy and waste management.
• Sustainable cities and communities.
• ESG and corporate sustainability.
• Climate policy and environmental regulation.
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Data, AI, and digital technologies for climate action.

Core Competencies:

• Research & Evidence Generation
• Programme Coordination
• Climate & Environmental Intelligence
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Monitoring & Reporting
• Strategic Thinking
• Data Analysis
• Communication & Presentation
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork & Collaboration.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-impact programmes addressing Africa's climate and development challenges.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the intersection of AI, technology, energy, climate, and sustainable development.