The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is pioneering as Africa's premier national-level organization dedicated to leveraging behavioral insights and innovative policy tools in Nigeria. Established under the Nigeria Economic Summit Group and supported by Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, PIC collaborates with governmental bodies, private enterprises, NGOs, and international partners. Our mission is to enhance the efficacy of public policies and programs through insights from behavioral and social sciences, ensuring impactful and evidence-based solutions.
Position Overview: Program Officer
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time
Responsibilities
Project / Programme Management:
- Collaborate with team members to develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Provide end-to-end technical project management support, overseeing project design, implementation, and closure.
- Monitor activities of implementing partners, conduct review meetings, and evaluate project progress and impact.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on program outcomes, challenges, and recommendations.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy:
- Lead multi-level stakeholder engagement strategies and implementation plans.
- Coordinate advocacy efforts to achieve project objectives and nurture relationships with partner institutions.
- Foster partnerships with civil society, government, and private sectors to support PIC's initiatives.
Research, Innovation & Design:
- Contribute to the ideation and co-creation processes of the Behavioural Innovation Lab.
- Curate content and case studies on behavioral insights in social programs and policies.
- Assist in drafting research outputs and supporting Gender, Equity, and Social Inclusion efforts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience in program design, planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation.
- Experience in gender and policy-related work preferred.
- Proficiency in Hausa language required; familiarity with Northern Nigeria's socio-cultural dynamics advantageous.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills essential.
- Proven ability to engage high-level stakeholders and drive advocacy strategies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a CV (maximum 4 A4 pages, font size 10) and a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages, font size 10) addressing motivation and key attributes to pic@nesgroup.org with the subject line "Application for Program Officer."
Application Deadline: July 12, 2024.
Note: In your Cover Letter, please address:
- Your motivation for joining PIC.
- The top three key attributes you would bring to PIC.
Conclusion
Join us at the Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) in Abuja, where we are pioneering the application of behavioral insights and innovative policy tools to transform governance in Nigeria. As a Program Officer, you will play a crucial role in shaping impactful projects, engaging diverse stakeholders, and driving evidence-based solutions.
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to drive change, we invite you to apply. Together, let's innovate and create lasting impact for Nigeria's future. Apply now and be a part of our dynamic team at PIC.
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