Project Manager
Location: Karmo, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview
- The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and executing the Youth in Agriculture programme from start to finish. The role involvessupporting thedesignof training content, coordinating trainersand extension officers.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Execution (Primary Focus):
- Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of the youth in agriculture project.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and implementation strategies to achieve set objectives.
- Coordinate all project activities including training, mentorship, and job placement.
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones within scope and budget.
- Monitor project progress and resolve issues during execution.
Training & Content Development:
- Support with the design and development oftraining curriculums.
- Develop practical learning modules that prepare participants for both farming and the workplace.
- Oversee creation of training materials and resources.
- Ensure content aligns with industry needs and labour market demands.
Trainer & Stakeholder Coordination:
- Identify and engage qualified facilitators and extension officers.
- Coordinate training sessions, workshops, and field activities.
- Build and manage relationships with partners and stakeholders.
- Supervise trainers to ensure effective delivery and engagement.
Strategic Partnerships & Employment Pathways:
- Develop partnerships with agribusinessesand other organizations for internship and job placement.
- Facilitate transition of partnershipsfrom time to time.
- Organize internship/job fairs, and agric SMEs for trainees.
- Engage employers to align training with workforce needs
Reporting & Performance Management:
- Track and report on programme outcomes (number trained, placements, impact).
- Provide regular updatesand reportingto management.
- Collect feedback and improve programme delivery.
- Maintain proper documentation of all project activities.
Required Skills & Experience
- Interested candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree
Experience:
- 3-5years of relevant experience in project management, agriculture, community trainers
- Strong background in the agriculture sector with experience working with extension officers.
- Proven experience facilitating trainings and managing capacity-building programmes.
- Experience managing multi-stakeholder or field-based projects.
Core Competencies:
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Training facilitation and curriculum development expertise
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to lead teams and coordinate multiple partners
- Strong problem-solving and execution skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Desirable:
- Experience in youth empowerment or employability programmes
- Network within the agriculture or agribusiness sector
- Experience with internship/job placement programmes
- Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
Salary
N200,000 - N250,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
31st October, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: aibe.favour@coursademia.com using "Youth Project Manager – Youth in Agriculture" as the subject of the email.