Project Director

Job Summary

The Project Director will lead the implementation of AYGF’s programs and operations in Edo State.

This role entails providing strategic direction, fostering stakeholder engagement, ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of program results, and managing project teams effectively.

As the principal representative of AYGF in Edo State, the Project Director will also ensure strict adherence to donor requirements as well as the organization’s policies, procedures, and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, planning, execution, and oversight of all AYGF projects in Edo State.

Ensure alignment of project activities with AYGF’s strategic priorities and donor expectations.

Develop and oversee work plans, budgets, and reporting timelines.

Provide supervision, coaching, and performance management for project teams.

Build staff capacity through training, mentoring, and performance monitoring.

Promote a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.

Represent AYGF with donors, government agencies, local partners, and community stakeholders in Edo State.

Foster and maintain strong partnerships with state and local government authorities, civil society organizations, and private sector actors.

Participate in relevant coordination meetings and networks to advance program visibility and influence.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)

Ensure strong MEAL systems are in place to track project performance and outcomes.

Promote adaptive learning and continuous improvement by analyzing project data and feedback.

Ensure timely preparation and submission of reports, success stories, and other project documentation.

Ensure all projects adhere to AYGF policies and donor regulations.

Identify and mitigate project risks, including financial, operational, reputational, and security risks.

Industries:Non-profit Organization Management

Function: Others