Senior Global Programs Lead, Nigeria & Africa

Jhpiego; Maryland; On-site; USD 103,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Jhpiego is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Nigeria to lead multi-country project management, donor engagement, and knowledge management across portfolios. You will establish program management systems, support country teams, and ensure compliance with donor and Jhpiego policies.

The role requires a graduate degree (e.g., MPH), PM certification, and strong writing, leadership, and budgeting skills. Travel up to 30% and collaboration with partners are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (e.g., MPH) with relevant working experience.
• Certified in PM@Jhpiego or Project Management for Development Professionals (DPro) or willing to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Proven experience establishing systems for high quality workplans, quarterly and annual reports, budgets.
• Proven experience starting up and closing out projects.
• Proven experience tracking knowledge management systems for large complex projects.
• Excellent understanding of financial management principles and budgeting; collaboration with senior finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-country project management activities, donor interactions, and proposal development.
• Develop and implement start-up guidelines for new countries and monitor start-up metrics.
• Oversee workplanning, reporting, and cross-department collaboration; ensure donor and Jhpiego policy compliance.
• Mentor and supervise project staff; manage performance and provide coaching.
• Serve as project director in absence of the Project Director and handle escalated issues.
• Establish and maintain knowledge management systems across the project.
• Build relationships with donors and consortia members; present to internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent writing skills

Excellent oral communication

Strong organizational skills

Team player

Project management

Office 365

Willing to travel 30%

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MPH or equivalent

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Jhpiego is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Nigeria to lead multi-country project management, donor engagement, and knowledge management across portfolios. You will establish program management systems, support country teams, and ensure compliance with donor and Jhpiego policies.

The role requires a graduate degree (e.g., MPH), PM certification, and strong writing, leadership, and budgeting skills. Travel up to 30% and collaboration with partners are essential.