Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- Experience in program management, strategy consulting, or philanthropy
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations, particularly in the area of learning, resilient communities, scientific advancements
- Understanding of or professional experience working with, socially and economically excluded communities, in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Ability to report to multiple stakeholders, providing frequent updates and effective communication in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and written communication skills with impeccable attention to detail
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About the job
Through Google.org we invest millions each year in game-changing ideas to make the world a better place. We support innovative technologies and entrepreneurial approaches that take on tough human challenges and scale to help millions of people.
At Google, our mission is to ensure that underserved communities in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa have the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. We provide access to the digital economy and teach people how to stay safe online. We also support nonprofits in using emerging technologies like AI to achieve their goals. As a Program Manager, you'll drive programs that help us make a positive social impact. You'll work on a variety of projects, with an initial focus on online safety. You'll collaborate with experts from across Google and the wider company to identify where our efforts can have the most impact. You'll also look for opportunities to share our work with the world and build goodwill for Google.
Responsibilities
- Work with cross-functional teams to execute strategic work with stakeholders in Sub-Saharan Africa with a focus on Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa.