Senior Program Coordinator at Murtala Muhammed Foundation

The MurtalaMuhammed Foundation (MMF) is a non-profit organization, founded on the ideals of the Late Gen. MurtalaMuhammed, a former Head of State of Nigeria (1975-76). The MMF has long been recognized as a pioneer of democracy, policy advocacy, education, human rights, women empowerment, disaster relief and betterment of lives of Africans. The MMF is proud to announce over 10 years experience in implementing development projects in Nigeria. The Foundation was inaugurated in 2001 and launched on the 13th of February 2002, a day that coincided with the 26th anniversary of General MurtalaMuhammed’s assassination. The primary objective of the MutalaMuhammedFoundation is creating a platform for its core issues and providing a voice to Nigeria’s people. Through its dedication, professionalism and highly trained staff MMF has demonstrated national leadership and innovation. By working closely with government officials, international organizations, embassies, local and international NGO’s, religious institutions, professional organizations and relevant stakeholders, the MMF have developed structured and integrated approach to key issues both locally and internationally. Numerous agencies have awarded their recognition and support to the MMF for its excellence, integrity, transparency and professional standard. Since its inception, the Foundation has been committed to supporting local communities, and has committed its resources and goals to sustainable development of Nigeria.

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience: 8 years
  • Location: Lagos
  • Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit, Project Management 

Summary

  • The responsibilities of the Senior Program Coordinator are to provide leadership, coordination and oversees all aspect of Programming in accordance to the Foundation goals and obiectives.

Responsibilities and Functions

  •  Overall management of existing and new programs
  •  Expansion plan and strategy and design of new programs in accordance to the vision and Mission of the Foundation
  •  New Strategy for MMF Programs
  •  Develop an effective plan of action for running MMF programs from inception to completion
  •  Manage daily operations that support and implement our current program obiectives
  •  Strategically map-out a program schedule and timeline and ensure it is followed
  •  Suggest innovative plans and processes to improve program functions
  •  Develop work systems and processes that effectively drive productivitv
  •  Seek out new and creative program ideas to implement
  • Develop Strategic plan for the Foundation

Governance

  •  Set up and coordination of Advisory board
  •  Governance review
  •  Engagement of existing Board of Trustees

Social Enterprise

  •  Manage the social business of the Foundation
  •  Strategize on the growth plan for individual programs for sustainability and scale-up

Communication

  •  Branding and messaging strategy document and implementation plan
  •  Communication Strategy
  •  Full website Review and Management of MMF Social Media handles

Qualifications/Skills

  • A bachelor’s degree in Management Science or a related field. Having a Master’s degree and professional certifications is an added advantage.
  • 8+ years’ experience with an NGO and program management and
  • Extensive knowledge of program management strategies
  • Excellent communication and networking skills
  • Exceptional analytic and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders
  • Organizational skills and the flexibility to jump from priority to priority, which are essential to a role that juggles a variety of functions and projects

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using “Senior Program Coordinator ” as the subject of the mail.

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