Project & Operations Lead – Government Programme at JNC International Limited

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Role Summary - The Lead, Operations oversees the day-to-day internal execution of program activities, ensuring efficient processes, resource allocation, and integration across various pillars. This role maintains operational coherence in support of the program’s overall vision. Key Responsibilities - Operational Planning: Develop annual and quarterly work plans, budgets, and timelines for all program components. - Process Improvement: Streamline operational workflows, ensuring optimal use of financial and human resources. - Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks; escalate critical issues to leadership. - Team Coordination: Collaborate with functional leads (Programs, Partnerships, PMO) to ensure consistent execution of tasks. - Compliance: Oversee adherence to relevant regulations, government directives, and donor requirements. - Supervise: core support teams working on the Programme e.g. Communications, Event Planning etc - Manage external vendors for effective delivery of contractual obligations. KPIs Operational Efficiency - Percentage adherence to approved budgets and timelines for all program components (±5% deviation). Risk Mitigation - Number of operational risks identified, tracked, and resolved before causing major delays. Resource Allocation and reporting - Efficiency ratio comparing resource usage (funds, personnel) to outputs delivered (program activities, events). Cross-Functional Coordination - Frequency of coordination meetings (monthly or quarterly) and subsequent implementation rate of agreed action items (95%+). Check how your CV aligns with this job