The Senior Program Manager is responsible for the implementation of NPSA (they may also be involved in other projects if needed). Managing a team of 20+ people across Anambra and Lagos states, they will execute the overall strategy of the project to reach its goals and targets. The Senior Program Manager will operationalize the work plan, adapting technical approaches and interventions as needed, and oversee project resources. They will also serve as the primary liaison with public and private sector counterparts and other key stakeholders, including donors. This role requires expertise in project management and a deep understanding of Nigeria’s unique waste ecosystem and regulatory landscape. The ideal candidate will be motivated and able to provide critical leadership in the final year of the project.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of activities through the operationalization of the work plan
• With the Senior MEL Specialist, ensure high-quality data is being collected to demonstrate project impact and results
• Adapt project approaches and interventions, as needed, to reach targets and milestones
• Develop high-quality deliverables, including quarterly progress reports, that meet donor requirements and deadlines
• Identify and address implementation challenges
• Support the development of training materials
• Monitor the project budget to ensure a healthy burn rate and allowability of costs
• Serve as the primary liaison with public and private sector counterparts, including local government agencies, and other key stakeholders
• Prepare and provide a quarterly presentation to the donors on project progress
• Represent the project at external events
• Advise TechnoServe’s Program Development team on project proposals, as needed

 Qualifications:

• A master’s degree or equivalent in business, international development, economics, or other relevant field with at least 7 years of experience. Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
• At least eight years of relevant professional experience in international development.
• At least four years of experience managing and implementing medium to large programs.
• Extensive experience managing large teams at a high level of leadership (e.g., Team Lead, Chief of Party, Program Director).
• Prior work experience or collaboration with private sector companies and businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of public and private sector counterparts and other key stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of the plastic waste sector.
• Experience leading United States Government funded projects is highly desirable.
• Experience working in Nigeria is preferred.
• Experience in successfully implementing gender-integrated programs is a plus.

 Required Languages: Fluency in English is required.

Travel: Local travel 40-50%

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive project management skills, including strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, resource allocation, compliance monitoring, and performance tracking
• Deep understanding of waste management, particularly the Nigerian plastic waste sector.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to develop well-written, cohesive analyses and reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Senior Business Specialists, Senior MEL Specialist, Communication Specialist, Technical Consultants.