About the Role
Lopterra is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Program Officer, Governance and Leadership to join our dynamic team in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of African leadership by managing high-impact programs that foster civic engagement, gender equity, and youth development. If you are driven by a commitment to building strong institutional partnerships and creating lasting societal change, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the refinement and execution of the Leadership for Equity, Advocacy and Development (LEAD) Fellowship across 10 selected institutions.
- Oversee the expansion of the Campus Champion Manual, virtual learning labs, and knowledge delivery platforms.
- Design and coordinate the Policy Lab, intra-campus competitions, regional semifinals, and the national finale in Abuja.
- Identify thematic partners and facilitate technical placements for finalist teams in governance and civic organizations.
- Convene advisory meetings, multi-stakeholder dialogues, and foster strategic partnerships with feminist networks and policy actors.
- Ensure robust documentation, knowledge management systems, and accurate dashboard tracking of program outcomes.
- Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Gender Studies, Political Science, Law, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 6 years of progressive experience in governance, civic engagement, youth leadership, or policy advocacy.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing multi-institutional programs with a strong grounding in feminist principles and systems thinking.
- Exceptional partnership-building, coalition management, and stakeholder convening abilities.
- Strong conceptualization, writing, and communication skills with the ability to translate innovative frameworks into actionable strategies.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel as required by project demands.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment dedicated to social impact.