Call for Application – Head of Programs and Operations

Job Location: Ogudu, Lagos State
Job Level : Senior Role
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary Range: 550K-750K Monthly

Company Description
NerdzFactory is a leading Social innovation and human capital development organization dedicated to enhancing human capital outcomes and transforming business processes through innovative technology integration. Our mission is to foster prosperity for individuals, organizations, and institutions worldwide. We offer a range of services including:
Human Capital Development Advisory
Skills Development
Development Consulting
Project Management
Talent Management
Monitoring and Evaluation (Impact Assessment)

Founded in 2017 in Lagos with a humble capital of USD100, NerdzFactory has evolved into a key player in development, collaborating with renowned organizations such as GIZ, Meta, Oracle, USADF, LSETF, among others. Our team, boasting over 100 years of collective experience from diverse backgrounds, has been instrumental in our journey towards global leadership in human capital development.

At NerdzFactory, our vision is to become the world’s largest human capital development and youth employment enabler. Through empowering young Africans with essential skills for economic prosperity, we aim to drive transformative change across the African continent.

About the Role:

        Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal teams to develop program objectives, goals, and strategies.
• Monitor program progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure timely completion.
• Develop systems to collect and track program-related data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Generate regular reports and presentations to update stakeholders on program status and outcomes.
• Serve as the main point of contact for program-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage program budgets, expenses, and allocations in collaboration with the finance team.

• Conduct post-program evaluations to assess the effectiveness of initiatives and gather feedback.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance program impact, efficiency, and participant satisfaction.

Operations Management:

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Work closely with senior management to develop and implement organizational strategies, ensuring alignment with the organization’s long-term goals.
• Drive organizational growth by identifying and pursuing new opportunities for program expansion, partnerships, and funding.
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and contract negotiations to ensure the best value for the organization.

Media & Communications:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive media and communications strategy to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of high-quality content across various platforms, including press releases, newsletters, social media, and the organization’s website.
• Manage relationships with media outlets, journalists, and other key stakeholders to secure positive coverage and increase the organization’s reach.
• Lead the development of branding and marketing materials that effectively communicate the organization’s mission, values, and impact.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

       Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public reSocial Sciences Project Management and any other relevant field
• 7-10 years experience in managing and implementing programs
• Experience working on donor-funded projects (any of USAID, USADF, FCDO etc)
• Proven experience in managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of working with government entities and relevant trade associations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience conceptualizing, designing, and implementing a project from start to finish
• Knowledge of media relations, branding, and communications strategies.
• Experience in any of these fields – Entrepreneurship, Education, Employability, Digital Skills or Gender
• Experience writing project reports and proposals
• Residency in Lagos and willingness to travel locally
  

  
  Key Competencies

Leadership and team management

• Strategic planning and execution
• Operational efficiency and process improvement
• Effective communication and media relations
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Financial and resource management
  
• Innovation and continuous improvement