About the Role
Innovations for Poverty Action (Innovations for Poverty Action) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated (Associate) Program Manager to join our Education Sector team in Nigeria. In this vital role, you will primarily support the SCALE project, a high-impact, multi-country initiative delivered in partnership with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) to scale effective education interventions and improve learning outcomes globally.
Key Responsibilities- Manage assigned SCALE projects, coordinating principal investigators, country offices, funders, and government stakeholders to ensure seamless research and policy execution.
- Contribute to research design, oversight, data analysis, and the creation of high-quality policy briefs, slide decks, and research outputs.
- Ensure strict adherence to project workplans, monitor budgets, track timelines, and deliver regular verbal and written updates to donors.
- Collaborate with communications and policy teams to develop engagement materials and represent Innovations for Poverty Action in external strategic meetings and convenings.
- Lead and contribute to business development efforts, including identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, and maintaining donor relationship trackers.
- Master degree in international public policy, development economics, or a related field with strong quantitative coursework.
- At least four years of professional experience in education research, policy engagement, and program or research management.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the education sector, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and bilateral funders like FCDO or USAID.
- Exceptional project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, maintain meticulous attention to detail, and work with minimal supervision.
- Outstanding English-language communication skills, capable of presenting complex data clearly to diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- First-hand experience in primary data collection and familiarity with gender equality, disability, and social inclusion (GEDSI) frameworks is highly preferred.
- Opportunity to work with leading global researchers and policymakers to shape education policy in developing countries.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment that fosters professional growth and continuous learning.
- Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for international professional networking.