Program Associate needed at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) Nigeria.
JOB TITLE: Program Associate
JOB LOCATION: Lagos
Reference Number: 130-PEO01150
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job type: Permanent
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JOB DETAILS:
Programmes Support & Research:
- Assist with the design, implementation, and adaptation of the Institute’s programmes
- Plan and execute logistics needed to carry out programmes including coordinating scheduling of guest speakers, program venues (off-site), and timely & friendly communication with programme stakeholders and partners
- Support and contribute to organisation Institute’s strategic vision, and the continued evolution of its programmes
- Facilitate or assist with the facilitation of programmes, including teaching workshops, leading discussions, and moderating panels
- Integrate systems of evaluation and learning into each program to allow for data-driven decision-making, continuous learning, and program evolution based on results
- Assist with building and maintaining systems to track important programme metrics
- Pro-actively contribute to day-to-day project implementation and ensure conformity to expected results and project work-plans
- Assist with intake process, assessing entrepreneurial needs and making appropriate recommendations
- Support programme marketing initiatives
- Liaise with other staff within the organization and contribute to the organization’s overall effectiveness
- Support proposal development processes as needed
Administrative Support:
- Maintain all programme files and documentation
- Help maintain program tracking documentation and databases
- Prepare and issue contracts
- Make pertinent logistical arrangements for the prompt and effective implementation of activities
- Arrange external and internal meetings
Financial Management:
- Prepare requests for advance of funds and/or direct payments
- Monitor budget expenditures and maintain a proper record of budgets and spending
- Prepare proposals for budget revisions
- Prepare and submit expenditure and budget status reports
- Liaise with internal or external auditors wherever required
- Prepare reports as scheduled and special reports as required for budget preparations and audit
- Advise and assist international and national consultants and others on all aspects of allowances, travel claims and other financial matters and calculate payments due for claims and services;
- Undertake other financial and administrative tasks on an ad hoc basis
Procurement:
- Arrange for procurement of equipment, supplies and services;
- Arrange for equipment maintenance and insurance as required;
- Physically clear and ensure delivery of equipment and supplies procured;
- Maintain equipment and spare inventory including verification and transfer when required
Others:
- Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Educational Qualification & Experience
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s Degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Relations or similar field
- At least five years of previous experience in project administrative and financial management or related work for a donor organization, consulting company or NGO is an advantage
- Experience in administrative work, accounting/finance, economics, or other substantive area is required
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling web-based management systems
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates commitment to organization Institute’s mission, vision and values
- Exerts strict adherence to corporate rules, regulations and procedures. Familiarity with the internal control framework and results-based management tools is essential
- Is adept at cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity; enjoys working in a multi-cultural environment; engages with empathy with persons of diverse backgrounds and experiences
Knowledge Management and Learning:
- Shares knowledge and experience.
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
Development and Operational Effectiveness:
- Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks, including support to design, planning and project implementation and reporting.
- Ability to establish and maintain contacts with operational-level staff and external parties
- Excellent interpersonal skills are essential
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Deadline: October 21, 2020
Job Features
Job Category | Administration/ Office/ Operations |