Team Lead, Program Clusters / Schools at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) – Edo State Government

The John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) was set up by the Edo State Government as a Learning and Development Institution positioned to drive accelerated human capacity building for public servants in Edo State and beyond. In pursuit of this objective, the Government built a world-class Training Centre with modern training facilities (classrooms, amphitheater, library, laboratories etc.) designed to be equipped with the best-in-class technologies, training aids and equipment in support of trainees learning experience.

The Academy is positioned to bridge and rebuild the human capability gaps in the service and ensure that the Edo State Public Service continuously possess the required human and service delivery capabilities required to achieve the State Governor’s vision in upskilling and retooling the public servants of Edo State.

We are seeking dynamic, innovative, dedicated, and results- driven individuals to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Lead, Program Clusters / Schools

Location: Edo

Job Summary
The Team Lead Program Cluster/School will be responsible for leading the program clusters/schools, including developing/acquiring, managing, and delivering programs that meet the needs of clients. In addition, h/she will:

• Ensure planned programs are delivered as scheduled and to the required quality standards, including client satisfaction
• Participate in and oversee the development or acquisition of quality learning programs that meet learning needs and align with the Academy’s curriculum and strategy
• Implement an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum
• Develop and lead the implementation of the cluster strategic plan in line with the overall strategy
• Ensure clear and effective communication between program clusters and ensure all queries are addressed
• Provide learning and development advisory services to MDAs as required
• Manage conflicts and other challenging situations effectively, with support as needed, and actively work to achieve solutions
• Ensure effective quality assurance and overall effectiveness of the program
• Manage threats and risks to the program’s successful outcome
• Lead professional dialogues and performance appraisals for program coordinators.
• Prepare and communicate program progress reports to senior management
• Promote the Academy by representing it effectively and positively to all internal and external stakeholders and seek opportunities to expand its role
• Ensure congruence with set targets and Key Performance Indicators
• Facilitate courses as required
• Perform other duties that the Director, Programs and Faculty may assign.

Specification / Qualifications

• The job holder should possess a Master’s Degree with experience in coaching, training, and mentorship program design, with proven success in curriculum delivery with a record of ensuring success in learning.
• Experience in a middle management role; knowledge of software for use with interactive technologies and the application of these to engage and interest students.
• 10 years of progressive work experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a middle management role.
• Membership of NITAD or a similar professional institute is required.

Remuneration / Benefit
The compensation is attractive and competitive within the industry. In keeping with the total rewards philosophy, employees will work with high caliber colleagues in an empowering work environment.

Deadline: 6th April, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Forward their Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a covering note to: joopsarecruitment@edostate.gov.ng using the Job Title (REF7: Team Lead, Program Clusters / Schools) as the subject of the email.

Note: Only candidates who are successful at the per-qualification stage will be contacted for selection assessment and / or interviews.