Job Opportunity for Program Officer at Leading Edge Consulting

Leading Edge Consulting, is a Human Resources & Organizational Development Firm set up to tackle the unprecedented challenges faced by organizations in the 21st century. For over one decade, we have consistently rendered qualitative services in these areas to varied clients across different sectors of the Nigerian economy.
Our client is a not-for-profit organisation set up by a high performing Group of companies with the aim of having positive impact on Nigerians particularly in its catchment areas of operation. Our client's focus is in the area of Education with great emphasis on the Public Sector. It has done this successfully over the past three years.

Due to expansion in the scope of work. the need has arisen for a diligent and passionate social entrepreneur who will serve as its Program Officer.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Program Officer

Job Location: Lagos

Description
The successful candidate will provide firm and effective support to the Executive Director of the Foundation on a day to day basis, seeing to the smooth and cost effective implementation of its projects and programmes, in line with the strategic framework agreed with and provided by the Project Consultants and approved by the Board of Trustees.

Requirements

• Minimum of First degree in Education, Business Management or Social Science is preferred. A Master's degree will be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 3 years post-graduation experience obtained from a well run organization. Cognate experience in managing projects, monitoring and evaluation, working with youths in the area of educational development in a non- profit environment is desirable.
• Self-motivated, flair for people management, professional networking with schools, communities, organizations and youths are added advantage.
• Must have the ability to formulate, manage, monitor and review delivery and the quality of project.
• Must be able to manage budgets, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must be dynamic, self motivated, flexible, have good interpersonal, excellent oral and written communication skills, negotiation skills, as well as well as team orientation.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and strong judgment and a strong commitment to develop, promote and practice the Foundation's vision, mission, values and strategy.
• Proficiency in the use of Ms Word, Spreadsheet and PowerPoint are required.
• Must be ready to travel, if required.

Remuneration

• This position attracts reasonable compensation.

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Application Deadline: 3rd December, 2013