Project Officer (Uyo)

Lopterra Services Limited

About Us

Our client is a dynamic, youth-focused non-governmental and non-profit organization committed to improving the well-being of young people across Nigeria. Through a multi-sectoral approach, the organization delivers impactful programs and projects in governance and policy advocacy, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and enterprise development and employability. By providing safe spaces, skills training, vocational linkages, and access to critical information and resources, the organization empowers young people to make informed decisions about their lives. Rooted in community engagement and driven by a passion for youth development, the organization continues to serve as a catalyst for change across diverse communities.

About You

This is a full-time on-site role for a Project Officer located in Uyo. The Project Officer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget.

Youmust be a results-driven professional with strong project coordination skills and experience working with communities, government agencies, and youth-focused initiatives. You communicate clearly, deliver timely reports, and confidently lead sessions on education and reproductive health. You’re proactive, detail-oriented, and able to monitor and support projects to ensure goals are met efficiently across Akwa Ibom State.

Your duties

• Effectively support the management of the organisation’s projects in Akwa Ibom State.
• Organize and monitor the organisation’s projects and activities in the state and ensure deliverables and targets are met.
• Liaison between the organization, project beneficiaries, government representatives and community stakeholders.
• Undertake periodic visits to the project sites within the state.
• Support and advise on effective ways of engaging government parastatals and project beneficiaries within the state.
• Send in timely reports and other required documentation.
• Lead presentations and activities around educational policies; and reproductive health and rights with project beneficiaries, including for organisation’s projects.
• Responsible for supervising projects in progress and ensuring that all issues related to the projects are clarified and completed to avoid confusion and interruption during the execution of projects.
• Evaluate the nature and condition of projects and make useful suggestions on the best practices and strategies to apply in project execution.
Carry out basic project monitoring activities

Qualifications

• Project planning, coordination, and management skills
• Ability to conduct project assessments and prepare comprehensive reports
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Experience in monitoring project progress and ensuring compliance with company policies
• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or related field
Experience in the human resources or professional training industry is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
Company-sponsored events and team-building activities

Why join this team

Working with our client offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people across Nigeria and West Africa. As a youth-focused non-profit with consultative status at the UN, our client leads innovative programs in sexual health, civic engagement, and enterprise development, reaching millions through training, advocacy, and media. The organization values innovation, accountability, and inclusive partnerships—making it an ideal workplace for individuals passionate about sustainable development and youth empowerment.

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