Project Manager needed at Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development

Job Summary

• The Project Manager will work in the programs department that coordinates people and processes to ensure that projects are delivered in time and produce the desired results.
• As part of your work, you will be responsible for conducting research and producing in-depth content for our audience. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop deep expertise by researching, understanding, and applying mental models to analyse transformations, trends and developments that relate to the Nigerian Economy
• Develop and maintain a strong professional network of sources and contacts across the financial sector to generate insights and story ideas to share with subscribers.
• Monitor corporate, technological, economic, cultural, and transformational events within the Nigerian economy.
• Use data, analysis, quantitative and/or documentary material, as well as interviews, to explore all aspects of the varied industries in the Nigerian economy.
• Produce long-form analytical articles that use a range of data visualisations (e.g. charts, graphs) to explore all aspects of the Nigerian economy on a weekly basis.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and other materials for submission to grant agencies.
• Prepare progress reports for the Centre and funding agencies.
• Summarise project results and monitor the project budget.

Requirements

• At least a Master’s Degree or PhD in International Development, Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Law, and Health.
• 5 years experience in NGO work experience (familiarity with media/development/policy projects is an advantage)
• Strong background in research and data analysis
• Strong knowledge of proposal writing to funding agencies