JOB VACANCY: Programme Officer (Women Economic Empowerment – Technology)
Organization: Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI)
Position: Programme Officer – Women Economic Empowerment (Technology)
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Ilorin, Kwara State
Gender Requirement: Female (This is in line with BBYDI’s gender-focused programming.)
Role Summary
Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative is seeking a proactive and results-driven Programme Officer (Women Economic Empowerment – Technology) to design, coordinate, and implement technology-driven initiatives that enhance women’s economic participation, digital inclusion, and access to tech-enabled livelihood opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement technology-focused women economic empowerment programmes
Coordinate field activities, partners, and community stakeholders
Facilitate digital skills and tech-enabled entrepreneurship programmes
Support the integration of emerging technologies, including basic ML/AI concepts, into programme design and delivery
Monitor, document, and report programme activities and outcomes
Support proposal development and donor reporting
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Gender Studies, ICT, or a related field
Master’s degree is an added advantage
Demonstrated experience coordinating field activities, partners, and community stakeholders
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Experience implementing technology-enabled programmes is an advantage
Basic knowledge of Machine Learning (ML) and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an added advantage
Excellent communication, facilitation, and report-writing skills
Passion for women’s economic empowerment, digital inclusion, and community development
Must be based in Ilorin, Kwara State
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Health insurance coverage
Pension contribution in line with Nigerian labour laws
Paid leave and public holidays
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supportive and inclusive work environment
Recruitment Process
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a case study scenario exercise as part of the selection process.
Candidates who progress to the final stage will be invited for an interview.
All candidates invited for the interview will receive a token transportation stipend to support their attendance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit:
- A CV
- A cover letter outlining suitability for the role
Send applications to brainbuilderedu@gmail.com with the subject line:
Programme Officer (Women Economic Empowerment – Technology)
Application Deadline: January 10, 2026