Nigeria Partnerships Officer At World University Service of Canada
WUSC is a Canadian global development organization working to catalyze positive education and economic outcomes for young people.
- We bring together and collaborate with a diverse network of partners (including students, volunteers, schools, governments, not-for-profits, and businesses) who share this mission.
- Together, we influence systems change, and foster inclusive, youth-centered solutions that enable young people to thrive and belong
- Under the supervision of the Nigeria Partnerships Manager, the Nigeria Partnerships Officer will support the development, coordination, and management of strategic partnerships for the Pathways to Scale (P2S) project in Nigeria.
- The Officer will engage partners, support stakeholder coordination, monitor project activities, support existing Nigeria partners, and contribute to the successful delivery of project objectives.
His/her roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Partner Relations and Communications:
Support to maintain effective relationships with key project partners in Nigeria.
- Maintain existing relationships with country level project stakeholders, including the funder, the access to finance lead partner, relevant governments and ESOs.
- Support to ensure that the project can provide value to local actors and make a positive impact within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Manage relationships with ESOs, ensuring effective communication, timely delivery of agreed milestones, and compliance with program requirements.
Program Management Support:
- Provide logistical and administrative support for project activities in Nigeria across the different states where the project is being implemented
- Support key project planning deliverables (i.e. Annual Work Plans) using results based management approaches and tools;
- Support the integration of specific strategies for cross-cutting themes (capacity building, gender equality, youth and refugee inclusion, disability inclusion, enterprise support and capital allocation) for the initiative
- Share in WUSC’s commitment and approach to advance gender equality and social inclusion for all young people
- Maintain open and effective communication amongst local partners.
Work environment
Promote and maintain an organizational culture that advances gender equality, reduces power abuse and inequalities, and fosters trust, respect and safety.
- Adhere to the established standards of prevention and response measures for SEAH (Sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment) consistent with the WUSC’s safeguarding policies and WUSC’s Code of Conduct.
Qualifications & Competencies
Education
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in social sciences, business administration, agribusiness, international/rural development or related field.
Experience & Competencies
Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in partnership management, programme coordination, or stakeholder engagement, preferably within an NGO or development context.
- Demonstrated experience managing or supporting ESOs, civil society organisations, or similar partners in a programme setting.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, track complex deliverables, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with project tracking tools.
- Commitment to gender equality, social inclusion, and the safeguarding of programme participants.
- Experience working in agricultural projects in rural Nigeria is an added advantage.
Languages
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Working knowledge of local language(s) in Nigeria will be an advantage.
Location
- The ideal candidate must be based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Here’s some of what you can expect working with us:
- 40-hour workweek, some ability to work flexible hours
- 18 days annual leave
- Free access to an e-learning platform with 350+ courses on various topics
- Get to know and exchange with people from all over the world
- Being part of a friendly, caring and enthusiastic team!
Reports To: Nigeria Partnerships Manager
Application deadline: June 23, 2026
Expected Start Date: August 2026
How to Apply
Interested applicant can apply via this link
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