Program Manager at Health Care Development Focus Initiative (HECADF)

About the Role

As the Program Manager, you will provide overall strategic oversight and coordination of our program portfolio, ensuring all initiatives align with our vision to promote a healthy, productive, and peaceful society. The initial 3-month contract will focus on strengthening organizational capacity and leading integrated program delivery across multiple focus areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, plan, and execute program activities across all focus areas (Social Cohesion, Nutrition, SRHR, GBV, WASH, Health, Protection, and Livelihood Skills), ensuring alignment with organizational mission
• Monitor and track overall program performance, progress against key milestones, and budget utilization, reporting directly to executive leadership
• Guide and support project teams, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring high quality, timely delivery of all project outputs
• Serve as key liaison with local partners, community leaders, and potential donors to ensure program success and sustainability
• Proactively identify and manage program-level risks and issues, developing effective mitigation and contingency plans

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of progressive experience in Program Management, ideally within the NGO/Non-profit sector, with a focus on integrated development programs (Health, Livelihood, Protection)
• Bachelor's degree in public health, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring diverse, cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience in donor reporting and proposal development
• Deep passion for the organization's mission and commitment to sustainable development

Location

Lagos, Nigeria