Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Application Deadline: 15th June 2025
Are you an organised and strategic thinker with a passion for media, governance, and civil society? Do you excel in programme and event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and driving operational efficiency? The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) is looking for a dedicated Programme Officer to join our dynamic team!
About the Role
As a Programme Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution and coordination of WSCIJ’s programmes. Reporting to the Programme Manager, you will contribute to strategic planning, oversee operational logistics, and foster stakeholder engagement to amplify programme impact. Additionally, you will supervise Programme Associates/Assistants, ensuring alignment with programme goals and efficient collaboration across teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of programme activities.
- Ensure operational efficiency and track deliverables, proactively addressing challenges.
- Oversee event coordination, training sessions, and stakeholder engagements.
- Maintain and strengthen partnerships across media, civil society, academia, and government.
- Collect and analyse programme data, contributing to monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL).
- Ensure compliance with ethical and legal standards in programme operations.
- Develop programme-related communications, impact stories, and reports.
- Optimise workflows for collaboration and effectiveness.
Key Competencies for Success
- Programme Coordination & Execution – Ability to manage multiple programme elements while ensuring smooth implementation and reporting.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building – Strong communication skills to liaise with funders, partners, and media collaborators.
- Data Management & Reporting – Proficiency in collecting, analysing, and translating programme data into actionable insights.
- Logistical & Administrative Expertise – Ability to coordinate events, track budgets, and maintain programme schedules efficiently.
- Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving – Capacity to anticipate challenges, offer solutions, and streamline programme workflows.
- Compliance & Ethical Standards – Commitment to maintaining programme integrity and adherence to legal and organisational guidelines.
Who We Are Looking For
Ideal candidates should have:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5+ years of experience in programme coordination within media, civil society, or nonprofit spaces.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills for efficient programme execution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and data management tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience in Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) frameworks is an advantage.
Why Join Us?
✔ Work on impactful programmes that shape investigative journalism and governance.
✔ Collaborate with a network of media professionals, civil society leaders, and policymakers.
✔ Be part of a mission-driven organisation committed to transparency and accountability.
Apply Now!
If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to drive programme efficiency, send your cover letter and CV as one document (PDF or Doc format) to career@wscij.org with the subject line: Programme Officer Application – [Your Name].
