Head of Training and Leadership Development at a Non-governmental Organisation – HR-EX Consulting

ByMuhuddin Samaila

HR-EX Consulting – Our client, a non-governmental organisation, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Training and Leadership Development

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

  • Our client, a non-governmental organisation, is seeking an experienced Head of Training and Leadership Development to lead the design and delivery of high-impact training and leadership development programmes for Fellows.
  • The role oversees a team that supports 500–550 Fellows throughout their two-year fellowship, equipping them to become transformational teachers and future leaders.
  • The role is also responsible for measuring programme impact on student achievement and leadership outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and execute the organisation’s vision for training, leadership development, and Fellow impact.
  • Design and deliver high-quality training programmes, including a 4–6 week residential institute and ongoing professional development.
  • Lead, coach, and manage the Training & Support team to deliver ambitious results.
  • Develop leadership competencies, coaching frameworks, and learning resources for Fellows.
  • Build and manage strategic partnerships with schools, universities, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
  • Measure and evaluate programme impact on student learning and leadership development.
  • Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organisational strategy and cross-functional initiatives.
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Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree required.
  • 8 – 10 years relevant experience, with at least 4 years in team leadership.
  • Strong background in teaching, leadership development, and adult learning.
  • Experience working in Nigeria or a similar context preferred.

Key Competencies:

  • Strategic thinking and programme design
  • Strong people leadership and coaching skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Data-driven decision-making and impact measurement
  • Passion for education reform and youth leadership development
  • Willingness to travel to rural Fellow placements.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@hrexng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.

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