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The Project Manager will provide technical assistance and support to DRASA’s projects. The Project Manager will assist project staff with the oversight, structures and tools required for smooth implementation. This position will utilize technical, operational, and project management competencies in public health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design, planning and implementation of projects and activities
• Oversee Program Managers and project teams
• Coordinate internal and external resources for project execution
• Lead the development of key documents during the project lifecycle including proposals, project charter, budgets, work plans and trackers
• Measure project performance and assess risks using appropriate tools and techniques
• Review and update project progress daily ensure completion is on schedule and within budget
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Provide comprehensive day-to-day operational support to projects
• Ensure quality, efficiency and timeliness in project implementation
• Provide guidance to improve the organization’s project management capabilities and align our practices with industry standards
• Prepare presentations to report progress on multiple projects, current bottlenecks and resolution planning

Role Type
Full Time

Location
Abuja, Nigeria

The Partnerships Manager will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of DRASA Health Trust by establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with donors, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders in the public health sector in Nigeria. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop compelling proposals and secure funding to support the organization’s initiatives and programs to improve public health outcomes in Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnerships strategy to identify and engage potential donors, funding agencies, and strategic partners in alignment with the organization’s mission and objectives
• Research, identify, and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including government agencies, bilateral and multilateral organizations, philanthropic foundations, corporations, and individual donors
• Lead the proposal development process from inception to submission, ensuring high-quality and competitive proposals that meet the requirements of potential donors
• Support the organization’s strategic objective to diversify funding sources
• Collaborate closely with program teams to understand project needs, objectives, and outcomes, and integrate this information into proposals and funding applications
• Manage relationships with existing donors and funding partners, ensuring timely reporting, communication, and compliance with requirements
• Identify strategic partners and networks to scale DRASA’s work and maintain relationships with existing partners, networks, consortia and coalitions
• Stay informed about emerging trends, funding opportunities, and policy developments in the public health sector in Nigeria and globally
• Identify relevant meetings, conferences, and events to network with potential donors and partners and attend to represent DRASA and promote the organization’s work and impact
• Support and guide program staff in building partnerships, preparing funding proposals, and cultivating donor relationships
• Work closely with finance and senior management on financial forecasting and revenue generation
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop materials, reports, and presentations for donors and stakeholders, highlighting the organization’s achievements, impact, and funding needs

Role Type
Full Time

Location
Abuja, Nigeria