Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF) is a regional non- Governmental Organisation that focuses on the following thematic areas ; Migration, Public Health, Education, Democratic Governance, livelihood, Climate Change and Environment
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Summary
The Project Coordinator will lead AYGF's day-to-day implementation of outreach, enrolment, and retention activities within a defined set of Lagos Local Government Areas (LGAs), as part of AYGF's out-of-school children programming.
The role provides direct supervision to field-based Community Officers, Learning Officers, and Case Management Officers, ensuring activities are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with the Transition Model.
The Project Coordinator also serves as AYGF's frontline representative in cross-consortium coordination with partner organisations, including Street Child, Slum2School, and Teach for Nigeria.
Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate AYGF's day-to-day delivery of outreach, enrolment, and retention activities within assigned Lagos LGAs.
Supervise AYGF field teams, including Community Officers, Learning Officers, and Case Management Officers, providing direction, support, and performance oversight.
Track progress against project milestones and targets, identifying and resolving operational bottlenecks in a timely manner.
Represent AYGF in cross-consortium coordination meetings and joint activities with Street Child, Slum2School, and Teach for Nigeria.
Ensure implementation fidelity to the Transition Model across all assigned LGAs, while identifying and recommending adaptations where needed to improve outcomes.
Conduct regular field visits and spot checks to monitor quality of outreach, enrolment, and retention activities.
Compile and submit periodic progress, activity, and monitoring reports to the Project Manager.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and capacity building of field officers.
Maintain accurate beneficiary and activity data in line with AYGF's monitoring, evaluation, and reporting systems.
Escalate safeguarding, case management, or child protection concerns in line with AYGF policy.
Manage relationships with community stakeholders, including traditional and religious leaders, LGA education officials, and school administrators.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years' experience coordinating community-based education, child protection, or social development programmes, preferably with out-of-school children.
Prior experience working with an NGO or non-profit organisation is required.
Prior experience supervising field teams and managing multi-stakeholder relationships.
Experience working within a consortium or multi-partner programme is an advantage.
Strong working knowledge of Lagos State's education and social service landscape, including relevant LGAs.
Application Closing Date28th August, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining relevant experience and motivation to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using “Project Coordinator” as the subject of the mail.
