STRANSFORM Limited is an agile strategy consulting firm that provides advisory support for achieving transformation through strategy deployment by leveraging its extensive experience across various sectors of the economy.
Program Manager
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 5 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Project Management
The Program Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of training programs and capacity-building initiatives focused on leadership, governance, and institutional development. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, impactful learning experiences to public sector professionals, NGOs, and development stakeholders in Nigeria and across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Key Responsibilities
Program Design & Development
- Design and structure leadership and governance training programs based on client needs and contextual realities.
- Develop detailed curricula, modules, schedules, and training plans aligned with adult learning methodologies and best practices.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, facilitators, and instructional designers to develop relevant content.
Program Implementation & Management
- Oversee the end-to-end implementation of training programs, workshops, and seminars.
- Manage participant registration, logistics, communication, and coordination of all training activities.
- Ensure quality control and consistency across all program components.
- Supervise training staff, coordinators, and contracted facilitators or consultants.
Stakeholder Engagement. - Liaise with government ministries, agencies, NGOs, donors, and corporate partners to assess training needs and establish partnerships.
- Represent the institute in meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting. - Develop and manage program evaluation frameworks, including pre- and post-training assessments and feedback tools.
- Analyze data to track program outcomes and continuously improve delivery.
- Prepare periodic reports, presentations, and proposals for internal and external stakeholders.
Strategic Support
- Contribute to the strategic planning and expansion of the institute’s regional footprint.
- Identify funding opportunities and support proposal writing and business development efforts.
- Keep abreast of trends in public sector reform, governance, and leadership development in Africa.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Political Science, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant program or project management experience in a leadership or training institution, NGO, or government agency.
- Proven track record in managing training or capacity-building programs.
- Familiarity with leadership, governance, and institutional development frameworks in Africa.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of proposal development is Required.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and virtual training platforms.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Leadership and team management
- Curriculum and content development
- Stakeholder and partner engagement
- Monitoring & evaluation
- Budgeting and resource planning
- Cultural sensitivity and regional awareness
Method of Application
Send your CV (PDF) and a short cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: Program Manage