Project Director Recruitment 2026

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Are you an experienced leader with a passion for democracy, advocacy, and governance? The Project Director Recruitment 2026 at Independent Nigerians Project offers a valuable opportunity to lead a national initiative focused on electoral reform, accountability, and citizen participation in Nigeria.

Independent Nigerians Project (INP) is inviting qualified professionals to apply for the role of Project Director to oversee its Electoral and Good Governance Advocacy Project. This position is ideal for candidates with strong leadership ability, project management experience, and deep knowledge of Nigeria’s political and governance environment.

About Independent Nigerians Project

Independent Nigerians Project is committed to promoting transparent leadership, electoral integrity, and active democratic participation across Nigeria. Through advocacy programs and stakeholder engagement, the organization works to strengthen governance systems and public trust.

Job Title: Project Director

The Project Director will provide strategic direction and leadership for the Electoral and Good Governance Advocacy Project. The successful candidate will coordinate project execution, manage partnerships, and ensure measurable impact nationwide.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Director Recruitment 2026

As Project Director, your duties will include:

• Lead advocacy initiatives related to elections and governance across Nigeria
• Provide strategic leadership for all project activities
• Supervise implementation and ensure timely delivery of goals
• Build relationships with government institutions, electoral bodies, civil society organizations, and development partners
• Coordinate monitoring, reporting, and impact measurement
• Drive campaigns that promote transparency, accountability, and democratic participation

Requirements for Project Director Recruitment 2026

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline
• Equivalent experience in digital or product campaigns may be considered
• Minimum of 3 years experience in governance, elections, development, or advocacy campaigns
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management ability
• Proven project or program management experience
• Good understanding of Nigeria’s electoral system and governance processes

Benefits of Working with Independent Nigerians Project

Successful candidates will enjoy:

• Opportunity to lead a national governance initiative
• Direct engagement with key decision makers and civil society leaders
• High impact leadership role influencing democratic development
• Platform to contribute to policy reform and public accountability

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the Project Director Recruitment 2026 is:

May 1, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to:

[email protected]