Job Openings at FATE Foundation

FATE Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation established in March 2000 by Fola Adeola (Co-Founder & Pioneer MD/CEO, GTBank) with a mission is to foster wealth creation by promoting business and entrepreneurial development among Nigerians. With a focus on helping Nigerian entrepreneurs start, grow and scale their businesses through a combined approach of enterprise learning, growth support services and scaleup programs, our flagship programs are the Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme, the Emerging Entrepreneurs Programme, the ScaleUp Lab, Policy Dialogue Series on Entrepreneurship, Annual FATE Alumni Conference and our Business & Advisory Support Services.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer

Job Location: Lagos 

Job Description

• The MEL Officer will support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track program performance, assess impact, and promote evidence-based learning across all The FATE School programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of The FATE School programs in line with agreed MEL standards.
• Participate in the design and application of impact measurement tools, including surveys, pre-and post-training assessments, and discussion guides.
• Collect, clean, analyse, and summarise qualitative and quantitative program data.
• Contribute to the preparation of quarterly, annual, and donor reports within agreed timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation, storage, and management of MEL data and reports.
• Share insights, lessons learned, and success stories with program teams to inform learning and decision -making.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Sociology, or another Social Science discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Experience designing and implementing MEL systems across the project lifecycle.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse qualitative and quantitative data.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
  High attention to detail and strong data management skills.
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office productivity tools.
  Strong interest and passion for the non – profit or development sector.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: talent@fatefoundation.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

2.) Finance Associate

Job Location: Lagos 

Job Description

• The Program Finance Associate provides strategic and operational finance support for donor-funded and internal programs, including budget management, financial analysis, and preparation of program financial reports for donors and internal stakeholders.
• The role ensures compliance with donor agreements, organizational financial policies, and reporting timelines, and serves as a key finance partner to program teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and control program budgets to ensure effective and appropriate use of funds.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for donors and internal stakeholders in line with reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with donor agreements, organisational financial policies, and audit standards.
• Provide financial oversight and support to implementing partners and sub – grantees, including review of financial reports.
• Act as a finance business partner to program teams, offering financial guidance to support informed planning and decision – making.
• Support internal and external audit processes, respond to audit queries, and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Qualifications & Experience

• HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 6 –10 years of relevant finance experience, preferably within an NGO, international organisation, or donor -funded environment.
• A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA (or ACA).
• Demonstrated experience in program finance, donor reporting, partner/sub -grantee oversight, and audit support.
• Proficient in using accounting systems for financial management and reporting.
• Advanced skills for budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: talent@fatefoundation.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

3.) Programs Manager and Head, Learning & Influence

Job Location: Lagos 

Job Description

• The Programs Manager and Head, Learning & Influence leads the design and delivery of entrepreneurship programs, learning content, and impact measurement at FATE School.
• The role ensures programs are high-quality, entrepreneur-centred, and evidence-based, while strengthening content, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement to enhance learning outcomes and organisational impact under FATE Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of high – quality entrepreneurship curricula and learning programs aligned with The FATE School’s strategy.
• Design and manage robust monitoring and evaluation systems to measure learning outcomes, demonstrate impact, and inform evidence-based decision-making
• Oversee the creation, publishing, and performance of clear, engaging, and value – driven learning content across digital platforms, including the MSME Hub and social media.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage multiple programs and projects from inception to implementation, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and measurable results.
• Work closely with internal teams, volunteers, and external partners to co – create programs, manage expectations, and strengthen collaboration across the entrepreneurship ecosystem.
• Develop and manage volunteer engagement strategies, ensuring accountability, data confidentiality, and effective reporting to governance bodies.
• Use data, feedback, and emerging best practices to improve program quality, enhance entrepreneur experience, and introduce innovative learning and engagement approaches.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics , Sociology, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 –8 years of experience, preferably within a nonprofit or development organisation.
• Master’s degree or relevant professional certification is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, strategy delivery, and impact measurement.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods; econometric analysis is an advantage.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.
• High integrity and ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong interest in entrepreneurship, business development, growth.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: talent@fatefoundation.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.