Manager, Programme Design And Development At MSI Nigeria

MSI Nigeria Job Posting: Manager, Programme Design and Development

MSI Nigeria is a dynamic social enterprise that leverages modern management and marketing strategies to offer reproductive health care and related services. Our mission is to serve the underserved populations of Nigeria, significantly enhancing access to a wide range of reproductive health services. As part of the global Marie Stopes International partnership, which operates in over 37 countries, MSI Nigeria delivers services through six channels.

Position: Manager, Programme Design and Development
Location: Abuja

Objectives:

The Manager of Programme Design and Development is a pivotal role within MSI Nigeria’s programme department. This position is crucial for securing new donor funding to support the strategic expansion of our country programme. The manager collaborates with the technical team, the New Business Development (NBD) team, and MSI’s global support team to design programmes and develop successful proposals. The role also involves leading strategic fundraising efforts and diversifying MSI Nigeria’s funding base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposal Development: Independently manage all aspects of single- and multi-country proposal development, including technical writing, coordination, and adherence to MSI requirements.
• Partnership Development: Manage partner mapping and funding opportunity positioning, lead partnership discussions and negotiations, and represent MSI Nigeria at external meetings.
• Donor Relations: Manage donor mapping and communications, ensuring MSI Nigeria’s visibility to both existing and potential donors.
• Fundraising Strategy: Contribute to developing, implementing, and reviewing MSI Nigeria’s new business development goals and strategies.
• Fundraising Strategy: Contribute to developing, implementing, and reviewing MSI Nigeria’s new business development goals and strategies.
• Diaspora Funding: Lead the development and implementation of a strategy for securing funding from the Nigerian diaspora.
• Opportunity Identification: Identify and pursue funding opportunities, maintain fundraising action plans, and represent MSI Nigeria in donor meetings.
• Systems Improvement: Lead or contribute to the development of tools, systems, and strategies for tracking and pursuing new business opportunities and managing institutional knowledge.

• Team Capacity Building: Mentor and train team members to enhance their ability to develop competitive proposals and engage in proactive fundraising.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Skills:
  • Proven track record in writing and managing complex, high-value proposals.
  • Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work in cross-cultural settings.
  • Excellent English writing and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work under pressure.
  • Ability to take initiative and achieve results with limited supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-up.
  • Excellent people and negotiation skills.

Interested candidates should send a comprehensive resume and a brief cover letter as a single MS Word document or PDF to msngrecruitment@msichoices.org.ng by July 22, 2024. Please include the position in the subject line. Applications that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.