Venture Women Fund (VWFunds.org) is a newly established Non-Governmental Organization, registered to drive the corporate social responsibility initiatives of Mojec Holding with the aim of providing resources such as capital, technology, and networks, thus offering mentorship, Incubator & Accelerator fellowship programs to female entrepreneurs in Nigeria.
As we continue to expand our operations, we are actively recruiting a talented expert to drive the vision and mission of VWF in the capacity below:
Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Execution:
- Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for the VWF initiative, aligning with the Visionaire’s mission and objectives.
- Lead the planning and execution of the VWF programs and initiatives aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs.
- Identify programmatic areas for support and interventions within the areas of Women’s Economic Empowerment; Finalize country strategy documents, programme/ project proposals, briefs, policy dialogue and other documents related to increasing women access to economic opportunities;
- Organize periodic consultations with key stakeholders, women leaders, to gather inputs on programme design, as necessary.
Resource Mobilization and Partnership Building:
- Identify and cultivate partnerships with organizations, institutions, and donors to secure funding and resources for VWF initiatives.
- Facilitate capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing forums to equip Formal & Informal sector women entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed in business.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and strategic partners to leverage expertise, networks, and resources to support women entrepreneurs effectively.
Event Planning and Management:
- Lead the planning and execution of the grand launch event / Conference for the VWF initiative.
- Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and oversee event marketing and promotion to ensure successful participation and engagement.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including women entrepreneurs, investors, government agencies, and community leaders.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the VWF initiative, representing its mission, vision, and impact to internal and external audiences.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:
- Establish monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact of VWF initiatives, tracking key performance indicators and outcomes.
- Generate regular reports and updates for stakeholders, donors, and partners,highlighting achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
Requirements
Education:
- Degree or equivalent in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender / Women’s Studies, International Development, or other relevant fieldis required.
- A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage
Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience at NGO related development projects;
- Technical expertise and previous work experience in applying economic empowerment principles, piloting or applying of innovative approaches to income generation for women, and economic empowerment of women
- Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications & Resume to: hr@mojec.com and copy: adewumi@mojec.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Note: Applicants should please put their current salary and location in the body of the mail
Application Deadline 16th March, 2024.