Program Associate (Experienced Hire - Associate)

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SCIDaR is hiring an experienced Program Associate to support program implementation, monitoring, and staff development in Abuja. The role involves technical problem-solving, client management, reporting, and oversight of analysts and interns across health, social, and economic reform programs.

• Mid-level experienced hire role in an indigenous nonprofit organization
• Based in Abuja (FCT), Nigeria
• Involves program implementation, monitoring, and reporting
• Includes oversight of Program Analysts and Interns
• Supports staff development and team building activities

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Program Associate (Experienced Hire - Associate) at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) ⏲ Aug 13, 2026, 1:08 PM ⋕ View all NGO & Humanitarian / Nonprofit Organizations jobs Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research and knowledge generation, as well as agenda setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors. Our work seeks to benefit primarily disadvantaged and under-served populations. We implement transformation programs in Nigeria and are currently expanding our footprint to several West and Central African countries. We are building a competent world-class management team to enable us sustainably achieve our strategic growth objectives. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Program Associate (Experienced Hire - Associate) Location: Abuja (FCT) Description and Objectives The Program Associate will provide technical and operational support for the execution of assigned SCIDaR programs. This will involve day-to-day management of all program workflows and provision of direct oversight for Program Analysts and Interns in the execution of assigned program activities. Technical Responsibilities: – Program Support Program implementation: Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward; Monitor program workstreams and escalate program challenges; Gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations; Participate in client management discussions and implement recommendations in collaboration with team. Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results; Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of program activities; Program monitoring and reporting: Prepare technical reports, presentations, meeting briefs, and donor reporting inputs related to the workstream. Document lessons learned, best practices, and implementation insights to support programme learning and continuous improvement. Regularly monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work; Program staff development and team building: Participate as required in the comprehensive in-house professional development program that includes periodic training needs assessment; new staff onboarding and orientation; in-class training sessions; staff mentoring program; Support individual team members to identify and document learning goals at the beginning of the program (or new staff upon joining an existing program), and facilitate feedback sessions to track their progress; Participate in assessment of candidates to affirm suitability for program roles; Contribute to program onboarding briefing with the program team at the beginning of a new program (or new staff upon joining an existing program) to communicate the program expectations, staff roles, deliverables and performance indicators; Contribute to all team management issues, including but not limited to team communication, data storage, and sharing modalities, team workstation, facilities, and other logistics, team bonding activities, etc. Facilitate periodic (at least monthly) individual performance reviews and provide feedback to program analyst on their strengths and re-direction needs as is it applies to program activities and deliverables; Support Program Managers to anticipate project staffing requirements: and planning staff placements to satisfy both employee professional development needs and project needs; Request ICT infrastructure and support services required for the effective execution of program activities; Required competencies: Core requirements: Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR; Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace; Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills; High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Results oriented performer, experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs; Strong verbal and excellent report writing, documentation, presentation, and professional communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. Strong project coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines. Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Willingness and ability to travel frequently as needed by the assigned project. Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and thought leadership abilities; Education: and Experience: Academic training: Minimum of a Second-class Upper Bachelors’ Degree in International Development, Policy and Strategy Development, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Public Health, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Epidemiology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Health Management or similarly relevant field from a reputable university; Experience: 3-5 years of progressive post NYSC experience: in management consulting, implementing development programs in the non-profit sector or systems strengthening; Demonstrated experience: in programme monitoring, indicator tracking, data validation, data quality assurance, and performance reporting. Experience: public health programmes, including coordination with government institutions, civil society organizations, and implementing partners. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Important Information Equal employment opportunity statement: SCIDaR is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, colour, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, recruitment or selection processes. If you are approached by anyone requesting payment on behalf of SCIDaR, please report it immediately to: [email protected] . Any such requests are fraudulent and not authorized by the organization. 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