OTL Downstream Development in Africa (OTL Africa) is a Nigerian based pan-African downstream oil and gas initiative.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head, Programs & Business Development
Location: Nigeria
Summary
- This person will oversee the development and implementation of program activities in line with its overall strategic objectives.
- This person will provide direction to the programs team, coordinate the team’s fund-raising activities and ensure wholesome and effective program documentation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation of the annual program calendar.
- Champion the routine review and implementation of programs in line with leading standards.
- Oversee the coordination and standardization of program procedures
- Develop and maintain relationship with key stakeholders and initiatives.
- Identify potential funding partners, donors and sponsors for the organization’s programs.
- Maintenance and update of stakeholder databases particularly subject experts for programs.
- Provide direction to the programme team in the development and implementation of program initiatives and activities along key focus areas.
- Conduct periodic program team meetings to establish and communicate targets and work plans in line with overall goals.
- Prepare and present routine progress reports on deliverables of programs.
- Proactively ensure that enquiries, complaints and issues on programs and related initiatives are treated promptly.
- Oversee all activities of the team to ensure compliance with stipulated policies and procedures.
- Periodically evaluate the performance of the team in line with the agreed performance management process.
Requirements
- First Degree in any discipline from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
- Relevant postgraduate degree from an accredited institution and a requisite certification will be an added advantage.
- Project management certification and experience.
- Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in a supervisory or team lead role/similar
- Demonstrated experience in successful proposal development & fundraising, programs or project management within the non-profit/development sector.
- Knowledge of the workings and policies of the energy & petroleum industries in Nigeria & Africa is an added advantage.
Skill Set:
- Ability to cost-effectively manage complex programs and workload, set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Motivational leadership and team building skills.
- Ability to think strategically and holistically.
- Excellent oral communication and writing skills
- Ability to build influential relationships and have a persuasive accessible style to a range of audiences in different settings.
- Superior customer service and relationship management.
- Bi or multi-lingual proficiency (French and/or Portuguese in addition to English) is an added advantage.
Remuneration
Competitive.
Application Closing Date
31st March, 2025.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter and a Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail
Note: Priority will be given to early applicants.
