TechnoServe is an
international, non-profit economic development organization founded in
1968 out of a conviction that a vibrant private sector is an essential
foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction. TechnoServe
undertakes targeted, catalytic technical assistance and other
programming to increase the competitiveness of entrepreneurs, businesses
and industries that in-turn provide sustainable employment, inclusion
of the poor and increased incomes.
Job Title: Program Managers (Multiple), Nigeria
Position Description
The Program Managers will refine and implement TechnoServe’s strategy
for creating jobs and income in Nigeria. Develop, lead and manage
programs, including building client business portfolio, ensuring quality
control and cost-effectiveness and developing and managing knowledge.
Develop and manage program budgets. Represent TechnoServe on relevant
advisory bodies. Provide hands-on support to TechnoServe clients in
order to grow their businesses and maximize impact on the poor.
Identify and secure additional donor funding for TechnoServe programs.
Required Skills and Experience
- 5-10 years of proven private sector strategy and management
experience, including in several of the following areas-business
development, consulting, training, financial analysis, marketing,
business and funding proposal writing
- B.S. or B.A. degree in business administration, economics, marketing or related discipline.
- Entrepreneurial
- Excellent client management skills
- Nigerian country experience and networks
- Proven ability to motivate and encourage teams
- Proven program management skills including ability to develop team charters, workplans, and targets and manage against them
- Agribusiness experience preferred
Preferred requirements:
- MBA
Application Instructions:
To Apply: Please submit a resume, cover letter, salary history and three professional references to: rwilson@tns.org.
Please place “Program Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls
please. Only those individuals identified as “short-listed candidates”
will be contacted.
TechnoServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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