Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions provider with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigeria Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP).
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Programme Officer (Resource Mobilization and Partnerships)
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Overall Purpose
- Support the design and execution of Oando Foundation’s resource mobilization initiatives in line with its overall strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
Resource Mobilization:
- Design and implement 3-year resource mobilization plan in line with the Foundation’s targets and conduct periodic progress reviews and updates with the Foundation’s management.
- Manage the Foundation’s engagement with the Private
- Sector Advisory Group (PSAG), prioritizing the Education Cluster initiatives.
- Support the Foundation’s advocacy efforts across government, private sector, and civil society platforms.
- Lead targeted research efforts in line with the Foundation’s resource mobilization/partnership priorities.
- Research, test and where appropriate, develop new fundraising ideas and opportunities for income generation.
- Support the Communications team to maintain the Foundation’s media channels (especially OF website) as a useful fundraising tool.
- Stay abreast with key developments and projects in the Foundation and maximize the use of relevant project outputs for resource mobilization efforts.
- Stay abreast and ensure compliance with existing Fundraising legislation and standards.
- Strategically showcase the Foundation to potential donors, partners and networks; to secure future engagement opportunities for financial/technical support.
- Identify new partnership opportunities in support of the Foundation’s strategy and develop proposals/concept notes for identified funding opportunities.
- Develop and maintain an updated stakeholder database. Manage partnership inquiries directed to the Foundation and other activities to expand corporate and individual donor base.
- Develop and maintain relationships with funders (including grant-making bodies, high net worth individuals, companies and community groups).
- Coordinate high level meetings involving diverse stakeholders/partners, build and maintain key relationships that are priority to the Foundation.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Programme Manager.
Grants:
- Design of the Foundation’s grantmaking policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Review grant applications and supporting materials, conducting due diligence on potential grantees.
- Monitor and evaluate grant-funded projects, including tracking progress and outcomes to ensure compliance in line with the Foundation’s objectives.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of grant award documents, reports, and other relevant information.
Programmes:
- Support planning and implementation of LEARNOVATE programme.
- Support project monitoring and budgetary performance.
- Support implementing partner/consultant related activities in line with set targets.
- Support key stakeholder relationships at the state and local levels for effective programme delivery.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Quality and timeliness of progress/project impact reports.
- Partnerships/fundraising opportunities assessed and secured.
- Number of unresolved identified project issues/constraints.
- Timely completion of projects within planned resources.
- Success rate of implemented projects.
Personal Specification
- A First Degree in any discipline.
- Three (3) to five (5) years work experience in a non-profit or development sector organization.
- Experience in organizing trainings, seminars and conferences.
- Understanding and experience of Northern culture and language will be an added advantage.
Preferred Competencies:
- Good planning and organization skills.
- Ability to think strategically and holistically.
- Good leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to proactively provide feedback.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office productivity tools particularly Excel and Word.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize and effectively multi-task.
- Result oriented/quality focused disposition.
- Good report writing skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Closing date: Not specified