Programme Manager - International Alert, Abuja

We are seeking an experienced professional for this opening. Job Purpose The Programme Manager is responsible for leading, coordinating, and supervising all activities under the Nigeria Country Programme. The role ensures that programmes are effectively implemented, meet organisational standards, are conflict-sensitive and inclusive, and contribute to International Alert’s mission in Nigeria. The Program Manager will provide leadership to project teams, strengthen partnerships, oversee monitoring and learning, and ensure compliance with organisational policies and donor requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Programme Oversight and Strategic Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Nigeria Country Programme, ensuring coherence across multiple projects and alignment with country strategy.

• Lead programme planning, ensuring objectives, outcomes, and activities are clearly defined, measurable, and achievable.

• Ensure integration of conflict sensitivity, Do No Harm, gender equality, social inclusion, and safeguarding into all programme interventions.

• Promote innovation and identify opportunities to strengthen programme impact and reach.

• Support adaptive management, ensuring the programme remains responsive to evolving conflict dynamics and community needs.

Staff Leadership and Capacity Management

• Lead, mentor, and supervise programme staff, including Project Managers and field teams.

• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching, and support professional development.

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

• Ensure the implementation of a robust MEAL framework across the Country Programme.

• Monitor progress against programme goals, indicators, and milestones, ensuring evidence-based decision-making.

• Support reflection, learning, and adaptive management processes.

• Oversee accountability to communities, ensuring feedback mechanisms are functional and used to inform programme adjustments.

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, civil society, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Represent International Alert in coordination platforms, technical forums, and policy discussions.

• Ensure partnerships and collaborations enhance programme quality, sustainability, and local ownership.

Risk Management and Compliance

• Identify and manage programme and operational risks, including security risks, reputational risks, and compliance issues.

• Ensure all programme activities comply with International Alert policies, safeguarding stand...