Recruitment at Connected Development (CODE)

Job Title: People and Culture Manager (HR)

Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full time
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary

• The People and Culture Manager will lead CODE’s human resource strategy, fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• This role involves overseeing recruitment, staff development, performance management, and employee engagement while ensuring that CODE’s values and culture remain at the heart of its operations.
• The ideal candidate will be an experienced HR professional who is strategic, empathetic, and skilled at balancing organizational goals with employee well-being.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent, manage hiring processes, and forecast workforce needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Oversee performance appraisal processes, support professional growth plans, and design training programs for capacity building.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to employees at all levels to enhance career development.
• Ensure HR policies align with labor laws and industry best practices while managing employee relations, handling grievances professionally, and maintaining accurate HR records.
• Develop competitive salary structures and benefits packages, oversee payroll, and conduct periodic salary benchmarking to maintain competitiveness.
• Work closely with leadership to align HR strategies with CODE’s mission while supporting organizational growth and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, HRCI) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in HR, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience working in the nonprofit, development, or social impact sector is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Deep understanding of HR policies, labor laws, and organizational culture.
• Ability to balance strategic HR initiatives with day-to-day people management.
• Proficiency in HR software and digital collaboration tools.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested & qualified candidate should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

Location: Nigeria

Job Summary

• The M&E Officer will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring high-quality and timely inputs, maintaining the project’s strategic vision, and ensuring that its activities result in the cost-effective and timely achievement of its intended outputs.
• The M&E officer will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities of Projects; assisting the Project Manager in preparing Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and monitoring project activities regularly, and developing and will be responsible for the collection & analysis of different data about project activities.
• The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer works in close collaboration with the project team  and reports to the Director of Programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection, and evaluation procedures;
• Monitor all project activities, expenditures, and progress toward achieving project output;
• Develop new and recommend further improvement of logical frameworks of existing projects;
• Develop monitoring and impact indicators for project success;
• Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results;
• Monitor the sustainability of projects’ results;
• Provide feedback to the Project Manager on project strategies and activities;
• Suggest strategies to the Project Management for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks;
• Report monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual progress on all project activities to the Programs Director/Project Manager;
• Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation system, develop indicators and a monitoring strategy for the project;
• Provide inputs, information, and statistics for quarterly, annual, and other reports to the Project Management Team;
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Project Manager in preparing relevant reports;
• Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project;
• Assist in proposal writing for new grants;
• Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and in supporting them in their use;
• Perform other duties as required;

Required Skills and Experience Education

• University Degree preferably in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Certification showing completed training in M&E

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of M&E in development projects implemented by national/international NGOs/Governments;
• Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports;
• Proven ICT skills, especially in the development of MIS software using database software;
• Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software;
• Strong training & facilitation skills.

Functional Competencies:

• Organises and accurately completes multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships
• Plans, coordinates, and organizes workload while remaining aware of changing Priorities and competing deadlines
• Establishes, builds, and maintains effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support

Knowledge Management and Learning:

• In-depth knowledge of M&E and development issues
• Excellent knowledge of monitoring and the application of methodology:
• Good understanding of capacity assessment methodologies; excellent ability to identify significant capacity-building opportunities;
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral):
• Sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with donors and project staff.
• Ability to lead the implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested & qualified candidate should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive

Location: Nigeria
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary

• The Executive Assistant to the CEO will provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the CEO, ensuring seamless coordination of executive activities, stakeholder engagement, and office management.
• This role requires a highly organized and proactive professional with exceptional communication and discretion in handling sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements to optimize efficiency.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing documents for internal and external engagements.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication.
• Oversee correspondence, draft emails, and manage confidential documents with discretion and professionalism.
• Organize and coordinate executive meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-ups on action items.
• Handle special projects and research tasks to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain an efficient filing system, ensuring easy retrieval of records and documents.
• Monitor key deadlines, commitments, and priorities, providing reminders and necessary preparations.
• Support office administration, procurement, and other logistical needs related to the executive office.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Office Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an executive support role
• Strong understanding of administrative processes, executive communication, and office management.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital collaboration tools.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested & qualified candidate should:
Click here to apply online