Job Information
Are you an effective project manager? Do you have passion for executing projects at high levels of quality, on time and on budget? Do you have an interest in solving social problems?
Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), Nigeria’s premiere Social Innovation Centre seeks an experienced Project Manager with the ability to manage multiple projects and an interest in social issues and technology to work in our Open Living Labs Unit.
The Project Manager will manage CcHUB’s open living lab projects aimed at smart application of technology to solve social and commercial challenges in Nigeria.
The projects will be with a range of stakeholders including NGOs, corporations, development partners, students, the software developer community and subject matter experts in a wide range of sectors.
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for a range of projects, defining project scope, goals and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders
Conduct background research on the focus area/topic of prospective interventions to define the scope of engagement
Develop project documentation including proposals, project plans and reports
Responsible for achieving project milestone deliverables/timelines, track and report on all project metrics
Identify and engage new stakeholders including research institutes, NGOs, technical partners and end-users
Organise and support facilitation of events including stakeholder workshops, ideation sessions and hackathons
Manage the logistics of every activity organised
Develop content of all external communication (website, press releases, banners, social media etc) in conjunction with the Communications Manager
Use online and offline channels to disseminate information on each project to ensure maximum participation of critical stakeholders
Manage teams of developers to deliver technology projects to a high level of quality
Track and report on key quantitative & qualitative metrics to ascertain performance & impact of the different projects
Carry out other duties as assigned by the Director of Open Living Labs.
Qualifications
Previous experience of project management techniques and knowledge
Understanding of contemporary social issues in Nigeria and efforts towards their resolution
Demonstrated success managing complex projects in an NGO, development agency or a commercial organisation
Social Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to build and manage relationships
Remuneration This position offers a competitive salary depending on applicant’s experience
Applicants should send their CV’s and Cover Letter to: careers@cchubnigeria.com with the subject ‘Project Manager OLL’
Apply via :
careers@cchubnigeria.com
