Project Director (Chief of Staff) – Lagos, Nigeria

About the role

This senior position supports the Country Managing Director and senior leadership team as a Chief of Staff, driving strategic initiatives across multiple industrial value chains to impact thousands of children. The role combines hands‑on program management with deep analytical work in finance, supply chain and school operations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Country Managing Director in facilitating effective decision‑making and coordinating strategic initiatives.
• Prepare business performance analyses, budgets, forecasts and create dashboards to support senior management.
• Monitor departmental spending versus budget, ensure optimal allocation of funds and drive ROI‑focused projects.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions using analytical and modelling tools.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field with 8+ years of executive‑level experience.
• Proven ability to work closely with senior leadership, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical mindset, detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word