Programme Manager

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Sickle Cell Hope Alive Foundation (SCHAF) is hiring a Programme Manager in Ibadan, Oyo State, to coordinate planning, implementation, documentation and reporting of its programmes, meetings, research activities, partnerships and stakeholder engagements. The role is a one-year renewable contract with a hybrid working arrangement and a salary range of ₦200,000–₦300,000/month, targeting a start date of 1 October 2026.

• Contract role, one year, renewable based on exceptional performance
• Hybrid work arrangement based in Ibadan, Oyo State
• Salary range of ₦200,000 to ₦300,000 per month
• Expected start date is 1 October 2026
• Requires a bachelor's degree or HND and at least 3 years' relevant experience
• Focus on NGO programme coordination, research support and stakeholder engagement

Original source description

Sickle Cell Hope Alive Foundation (SCHAF) is an Ibadan-based charitable, non-governmental and non-profit organisation established in 2012 to improve the wellbeing of people living with sickle cell disease and reduce its burden in Nigeria. SCHAF delivers public awareness, genotype screening, education: and counselling, care and support, research and advocacy i... Programme Manager Job Type Contract , Hybrid Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience: 3 years Location Oyo City Ibadan Job Field NGO/Non-Profit , Project and Program Management Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month Initial Contract: One year, renewable based on exceptional performance Reporting Line: SCHAF Management, as designated by the Board of Trustees Expected Start Date: 1 October 2026 OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION The Programme Manager will coordinate the planning, implementation, documentation and reporting of SCHAF’s programmes, meetings, research activities, partnerships and stakeholder engagements. The successful candidate will work with SCHAF’s leadership, healthcare facilities, partner organisations, volunteers and beneficiaries to ensure activities are properly organised, documented and delivered on schedule. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Programme and Event Coordination Organise programme outreach activities, workshops and meetings. Prepare schedules, agendas, invitations, attendance registers and logistics. Prepare minutes, activity reports and action trackers. Follow up agreed actions, deadlines and implementation challenges. Documentation and Records Maintain organised physical and electronic programme records. Maintain databases of beneficiaries, partners, volunteers, donors and stakeholders. Prepare periodic programme, management and impact reports. Ensure confidentiality of beneficiary and medical information. Stakeholder and Hospital Engagement Maintain professional communication with healthcare facilities, government agencies, partner organisations and volunteers. Follow up partnership opportunities and agreed activities. Undertake approved visits to hospitals including RRSH, Oni Memorial, Adeoyo and University College Hospital. Support enrolment and follow-up of PLWSCD and prepare visit reports. Research and Funding Support Support SCHAF’s research activities, literature searches and preparation of research summaries. Identify grants, donor prospects, partnerships, training opportunities and relevant funding calls. Maintain an updated grant tracker covering donor, eligibility, deadline and application status. Support preparation of concept notes and funding applications. Website, Social Media and Administration Monitor SCHAF’s website, Facebook page and approved communication platforms. Respond to or appropriately direct public enquiries. Support preparation of programme updates, photographs and impact stories. Assist with correspondence, filing, printing, scanning, telephone calls and programme materials. Supervise volunteers, interns or support personnel where required. KEY DELIVERABLES The Programme Manager will be expected to produce: Monthly programme and meeting calendars. Timely minutes, event and outreach reports. Updated beneficiary, stakeholder, volunteer and partner databases. Hospital and facility-visit reports. Monthly grant and funding-opportunity trackers. Research summaries and supporting documentation. Action-follow-up reports. Quarterly programme, partnership and achievement summaries. Records of public enquiries and referrals. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants should possess: A bachelor’s degree or HND in Public Health, Health/Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration, Project Management, Communications or a related discipline. At least three years’ relevant professional experience: in programme management, administration, healthcare, research, community development or non-profit work. Experience: with an NGO, healthcare organisation, research institution or community organisation will be an advantage. Strong writing, documentation, organisational and record-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, virtual meetings and Internet research. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities: and meet deadlines. Must reside in Ibadan; the role is primarily home-based, with office attendance and local visits as required. Excellent written and spoken English; Yoruba will be an advantage. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES The preferred candidate should be compassionate, dependable, proactive and highly organised, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement. The candidate should be comfortable working with PLWSCD, healthcare professionals, researchers, volunteers and community members, and should demonstrate genuine commitment to health advocacy and social impact. REMUNERATION AND CONDITIONS Remuneration will remain confidential and will be determined based on qualifications, experience: and SCHAF’s approved budget. Approved official expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with SCHAF procedures. Applicants should state their expected gross monthly remuneration. The successful candidate may be subject to an initial probationary period and performance assessment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SCHAF does not charge any application, processing, interview or recruitment fee. Sickle Cell Hope Alive Foundation is committed to equal opportunity, confidentiality, dignity and the protection of People Living with Sickle Cell Disease. Address: 14 Road E, Olubadan Estate, New Ife Road, Ibadan Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested candidates should submit: A cover letter of not more than one page. A detailed CV. Contact details of two professional referees. Expected gross monthly remuneration. Confirmation of availability to commence on 1 October 2026. Email: schafmobile@gmail.com Subject: Application for Programme Manager – SCHAF Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.