Deputy Director Job at Linking the Youth of Nigeria through Exchange (LYNX-NIGERIA)

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the organization, which include financial and budget activities and other operational or programmatic activities.
• Provide support to the Executive Director
• Represents the organization to the public, key stakeholders and business partners;
• Lead, as requested by the Executive Director, fundraising and donor management, business development and partnership activities;
• Provide management for program activities including outreach, volunteer coordination and partnerships development, as well as marketing, media relations, public relations and issues management activities;
• Responsible for the execution of the organization’s strategy, goals and objectives;
• Initiate and lead advocacy and policy initiatives for the organization
• Provides leadership and direction for staff, setting an effective agenda and ensuring performance goals are met and set;
• Supervise and ensure proper management of programmes
• Full delegated authority to act on behalf of the Executive Director in her absence;
• Other duties as requested by the Executive Director.

Position Requirements
The Deputy Director will be engaged in a three year contract with LYNX-NIGERIA. All candidates should have proven leadership, coaching, and relationship management experience. Concrete demonstrable experience and other qualifications include:

Qualifications

• Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to business planning
• Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies and technical competent in database and other operating systems software programs.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed
• Bachelor’ degree in Social Science or related discipline. A higher degree is preferred.
• NYSC discharge certificate or equivalent
• 5 years experience in administration and management related field.
• Previous involvement in youth development work
• Passion for Nigeria’s development
• Ability to travel within the Nigeria and internationally (up to 40%)
• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and data-driven program evaluation
• Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performance teams, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget
• Strong public relations and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills who can prepare concise reports; make presentations and testify at hearings

Salaries & Benefits

• Salaries are moderate for the social sector and commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for international travel, training and development are added benefits.

How to Apply

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