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Program & Research Associate

Organization: Kleos Advisory 
Supervisor: Dr. Glory Enyinnaya
Location: Lagos (Hybrid)
Commitment: Full-Time 
Start Date: January 2026

1. ROLE SUMMARY

The Program & Research Associate will support the end-to-end design, coordination, and evaluation of the CREST Accelerator — a flagship entrepreneurship program focused on Change Readiness, soft-skills development, and legitimacy-building for Nigerian SMEs.

The Associate will work closely with the Program Director to execute program operations at a high professional standard, support research activities, and ensure timely, accurate delivery of all components of the project.

This role provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in:

  • Program Management

  • Research & Data Analysis

  • Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

  • Stakeholder Engagement

  • Entrepreneurship & Development

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Program Development & Preparation

  • Support the preparation of training materials, templates, and participant resources.

  • Organize slide decks, workbooks, and session guides in a structured, accessible manner.

  • Assist in refining modules, exercises, and learning activities.

B. Participant Recruitment & Engagement

  • Manage a sampling frame of 1,000 women entrepreneurs for the study.

  • Execute a structured nurture sequence (emails, WhatsApp messages, informational webinars).

  • Track applicant interest, confirmations, and cohort assignments.

  • Coordinate onboarding and communication with enrolled participants.

C. Program Operations & Delivery

  • Schedule training sessions and distribute session materials and reminders.

  • Manage participant groups (CREST, PITCHPRENEUR, Control) and ensure smooth communication.

  • Provide operational support during live sessions (attendance, documentation, technical facilitation).

  • Prepare weekly operational reports summarizing progress and risks.

D. Research Support (Baseline & Endline)

  • Set up and distribute baseline and endline surveys.

  • Conduct follow-up with participants to maximize response rates.

  • Maintain clean, structured data records and tracking dashboards.

  • Assist with preliminary data cleaning under supervision.

E. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

  • Maintain attendance logs, engagement metrics, and implementation notes.

  • Document key observations for M&E and program fidelity checks.

  • Prepare concise weekly summaries and monthly progress briefs for leadership.

F. Administrative & Operational Support

  • Maintain an organized digital workspace (Google Drive).

  • Support scheduling, logistics, and vendor coordination.

  • Prepare documents, reports, and communications as required.

3. REQUIREMENTS

Core Competencies

  • Strong organizational and execution abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive)

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

  • Professionalism, reliability, and consistent follow-through

Preferred Skills

  • Interest in entrepreneurship, development, or research

  • Familiarity with data tools (Excel/Sheets)

  • Experience coordinating programs, events, or academic projects

  • Comfort with Zoom, WhatsApp Broadcast, and digital communication tools

4. PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

This role requires:

  • Operational excellence

  • Analytical thinking

  • Structured work habits

  • Clear communication

  • Strong task ownership

  • Responsiveness and accountability

5. WHAT THE ASSOCIATE WILL GAIN

  • Experience managing a high-impact entrepreneurship program

  • Exposure to research design, data collection, and analysis

  • Skills in program evaluation, operations, and stakeholder engagement

  • Close mentorship from a faculty director and author

  • Professional references and future opportunities within Kleos or IGI

  • Potential contribution to conference papers or publications (where appropriate)

6. PERFORMANCE METRICS

  • Timely execution of assigned tasks

  • Accuracy of data and documentation

  • Quality of communication and reporting

  • Responsiveness and adherence to deadlines

  • Reliability during program delivery

  • Contribution to overall program success

A performance bonus will be awarded based on these metrics.