About the Role
NewGlobe supports visionary governments in transforming public education systems to build prosperous, equitable, and peaceful societies. We are currently seeking a dynamic and diplomatic Director, Policy and Partnerships to lead our large-scale, government-led education transformation programs across North-West Nigeria. In this vital leadership role, you will act as the primary liaison between NewGlobe, state governments, and key stakeholders to ensure the seamless execution, long-term sustainability, and impactful delivery of our educational initiatives.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee large-scale, government-led education transformation programs across new locations within North-West Nigeria.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for communication between NewGlobe, government partners, and key regional stakeholders.
- Manage complex, multi-stakeholder relationships including Ministry of Education officials, teacher labor unions, and community influencers.
- Coordinate high-level stakeholder sessions, government workshops, public events, and establish governing committees.
- Drive strategic alignment, ensuring government partners fully understand, support, and actively implement program goals.
- Ensure timely weekly and monthly reporting, approvals, and data exchanges between the government and NewGlobe.
- Lead, mentor, and manage Policy and Partnerships program staff focused on efficient project execution.
- Map key government officials and build comprehensive strategies to advocate for educational reforms in underserved communities.
- Bachelor's degree with superior academic performance in a relevant field.
- Over 4 years of professional experience in government program delivery, account management, or high-level engagement.
- Demonstrated experience working directly with a Ministry of Education or large-scale government delivery projects in health, ICT, or education.
- Exceptional diplomatic skills, high emotional intelligence, and political acumen with the ability to balance commercial interests and social benefits.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and confident decision-making capability to act as an effective intermediary.
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal government issues concerning primary education in Nigeria.
- Prior experience operating in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment is a distinct advantage.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunity to directly impact millions of children by transforming public education infrastructure.
- Work alongside a passionate, visionary, and mission-driven global team.
- Extensive professional development and leadership growth opportunities within the education sector.