Program Manager at DKT International

DKT International is a social marketing organization whose core mission is the provision of safe and affordable options for family planning, reproductive health, and HIV prevention. DKT International is the largest private provider of contraceptive and reproductive health products and services in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Manager
Location: Lagos

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Donor Relationship:

Identify strategic areas for funding and lead proposal development/ ownership
Manage a portfolio of existing and new donors
Maintain consistent communication with donors to ensure timely acknowledgements / updates
Develop monthly, quarterly, annual and other periodic reports.
Develop concept notes and proposals from conception to submission and approval
Capture and translate current activities in supply chain, sales/distribution, marketing, and media communication to potential donors

Program Management:

Ensure implementation of program strategies
Coordinate departmental teams in achieving program targets
Strongly articulate the activities of DKT Nigeria to make persuasive presentations to external stakeholders
Research funding opportunities and leverage CSR and/or workplace giving objectives
Provide progress reports on project activities to country leadership
Attend meetings and represent DKT to external stakeholders
Provide oversight to programs and support staff
Provide guidance and expert advice on implementation of new or emerging service delivery initiatives/services, including youth-friendly services
Special projects as assigned

Monitoring & Evaluation:

Strengthen monitoring and evaluation procedures
Coordinate current organization activities to be captured / presented by the M & E team
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results in sales, marketing and programs
Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the DKT operations

Qualification / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field
Proven experience proposal writing and successful grants
Strong network and networking skills
Experience in family planning, sexual and reproductive health
Experience in the planning and execution of largescale projects, including activities planning
Excellent analytical (qualitative and quantitative) skills
6 years+ experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment
Proven experience in managing relationships with International private donors
Strong and polished interpersonal & presentation skills; written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible, and engaging way