Wildlife Conservation Society Program Manager Jobs in Nigeria

Wildlife Conservation Society Program Manager Jobs in Nigeria; The responsibility of the Program Manager will be overseeing the day-to-day management of the project portfolio of the WCS Nigeria program, providing direct support to the Country Director in Calabar and the Project Directors in the field.

Why Join Us?

Leverage WCS’s global expertise to strategically guide the Nigeria program.

Exceptional opportunity to make significant contributions to the protection of biodiversity conservation.

Dynamic Team: Join a dynamic team and work in a collaborative and conducive environment where your ideas and everyone's input are valued.

Growth Opportunities: We believe in providing an enabling environment to develop your career. We are committed to developing your skills and competencies and offer opportunities for career advancement.

Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values respect, teamwork, and excellence.

Purpose and Responsibilities:

Operational Strategy and Technical Support:

Oversee management of projects and grants, including assistance with the development of strategies, preparation of proposals, coordination of timely reporting and in-country donor communications, and compliance with donor regulations

Manage database and track opportunities for funding and grants from various sources.

Work with Country Director and field project managers to develop and write proposals and track grant implementation

Where appropriate, act as liaison between Donors and field projects, ensuring timely submission of progress report and other terms of grant agreements.

Provide technical support to field Project Directors in the implementation of existing work plans

Coordinate operational support between the National Program/Calabar office and field projects/sub-offices

Facilitate internal WCS communications between the field, National Program/Calabar, regional and NY teams

Provide technical assistance and oversight to ensure that Project Directors adhere to and are aware of WCS policies, donor regulations and government requirements in project administration
Participate in strategic planning for the WCS-Nigeria Program

Work with the Nigeria Finance Director to monitor and track project budgets

As requested by the WCS-Nigeria Country Director, represent WCS at meetings on a national and international level

Maintain good relationships with existing national and international NGOs and technical partners in-country, national delegation offices of bilateral and multi-lateral donors, and foster, where possible, the participation of existing and new partners

in relevant aspects of program implementation and strategy development

Essential criteria for candidates:

An advanced degree in natural resource management, environmental studies, international development or another field relevant to the position's responsibilities

At least three years’ experience working in a natural resource management, international development or policy position, with experience in Nigeria or Central Africa a distinct advantage

Experience in large project or program management, personnel management, administration, and fundraising

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Proven ability to work effectively and flourish in a multi-cultural team

Results-focused attitude to work

Fluent spoken and written English

Willingness and ability to travel to field offices in Nigeria

Interest in wildlife conservation and committed to the WCS mission

Functional Skill Set:

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and diplomatic skills with the ability to manage and interact at all levels within and between the multilingual organization

Experience in multiple donor budgets and multiple grants

Report writing skills

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Organisation skills and detail-oriented

Leadership: Proven leadership and team management abilities.

Working Relationships: Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborations with various partners.

IT Skills: Advanced skills in using IT tools for data analysis.


How to Apply

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