If you’re passionate about using technology to transform education and have hands-on experience managing community-based digital programs, this opportunity at Slum2School Africa may be ideal for you. The organization is hiring a Project Coordinator to support the implementation of digital learning projects across communities in Port Harcourt. This full-time role reports directly to the Project Manager and plays a crucial part in expanding access to STEM, digital literacy, and tech-based learning for underserved youth. The same position is available in Lagos and Abuja.
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Line: Project Manager
Salary: N200,000 – N250,000 Monthly
Application Deadline: Not Specified
About the Company
Slum2School Africa is a volunteer-driven development organization that is transforming the lives of children and youth across underserved African communities. Through state-of-the-art learning facilities, scholarships, and 21st-century vocational development programs, Slum2School has impacted thousands of learners across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels in the past 10 years. The team is made up of forward-thinking professionals committed to scaling life-changing educational projects while building sustainable systems.
Job Description
The Project Coordinator will work closely with the Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Digital for Inclusion (DFI) project in select communities, schools, and hubs. This includes coordinating trainings, managing logistics, tracking learning outcomes, engaging stakeholders, and supporting the day-to-day implementation of digital learning activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement DFI project components across targeted locations
- Coordinate training and upskilling of facilitators and volunteers
- Organize digital literacy sessions, tech bootcamps, hackathons, and demo days
- Track timelines and ensure project milestones are met
- Build partnerships with tech firms, sponsors, and community stakeholders
- Monitor and evaluate learner performance through analytics and tools
- Manage project risks and resolve issues with technical teams
- Maintain accurate project documentation and reports
- Support M&E reporting with outcome-based impact metrics
- Supervise project facilitators and interns
- Carry out any additional duties assigned by the Project Manager
Key Performance Indicators
- 100% of project milestones met on schedule
- Positive stakeholder feedback and engagement
- Timely and accurate resource allocation and usage
- Growth in engagement metrics across media platforms
- Consistent documentation and performance analysis
- Completion of all projects within set timelines
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, ICT, Education Technology, or related field
- At least 2 years of experience in digital education, tech programs, or youth-focused projects
- Familiarity with digital literacy, STEM, AI, and emerging tech
- Strong background in youth education or underserved communities
- Experience using Trello, Asana, Notion, or similar project management tools
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Technical skills in coding, AI, robotics, or data science
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Prior volunteer experience with Slum2School (min. 2 years) is a strong plus
Skills
- Strong digital and tech abilities focused on youth development
- Excellent strategic and execution planning
- Clear, professional communication skills
- Ability to work independently and lead small teams
- Multitasking and time management
- Empathy and passion for education equity
- Ability to inspire learners and facilitators
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: 👉 Click here to apply online
Career Tip to Successfully Land This Job:
This role demands both technical expertise and strong people skills. To boost your application, tailor your CV to show your experience coordinating digital projects or leading tech-focused programs, especially those targeting young people in underserved communities. If you’ve worked with tools like Trello or Notion or facilitated tech trainings or bootcamps, mention these clearly and support them with results (e.g., number of learners trained, success stories, or metrics achieved). Use the cover letter to explain why your background in tech and youth development aligns with Slum2School’s mission.
If you’ve volunteered with any youth-oriented or educational NGO, make that experience stand out. Describe how you managed challenges or built collaborations across different teams. And if you've had prior involvement with Slum2School, even better, emphasize it. Recruiters will look for someone who combines execution power with empathy, creativity, and a genuine commitment to impact. If that sounds like you, follow the application instruction above to apply.
