LAGOS BUSINESS SCHOOL

 Public Sector Initiative

Public Sector Initiative Manager

Lagos Business School (LBS) is the graduate business school of Pan-Atlantic University, dedicated to developing responsible leaders for Africa and the world. LBS is the first business school in West Africa to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA – placing it among the top 2% of business schools globally. Consistently ranked by the Financial Times: LBS is currently ranked #1 in Africa for Custom Executive Education.

Beyond its academic mandates, LBS plays a pivotal programmatic role in Nigeria’s economic landscape through its specialised Research Centres and Initiatives. Functioning as a “think-do tank,” the School anchors critical national interventions in key sectors, including financial inclusion, sustainability, and digital governance. By bridging the gap between rigorous research and practical application, LBS partners with government agencies and industry leaders to drive evidence-based policy, foster innovation, and solve complex societal challenges.

Role Summary:

The role is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of the initiative’s strategic objectives by driving its core activities. This includes overseeing programme management, marketing and sales to increase enrolment, managing client relationships, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring high-quality programme delivery.

 Qualification and Experience

A highly qualified professional with a master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, complemented by postgraduate training and membership in a recognized professional body, with at least three years of experience in industry engagement, project management, or related roles, including supervisory responsibility. The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and coordinate research initiatives that address key public sector challenges in Africa, ensuring alignment with the Initiative’s mission and strategic goals. 
• Build and manage strong research and institutional partnerships, while identifying new collaboration opportunities across local and international stakeholders. 
• Drive the impact of research by developing strategies for dissemination, fostering interagency collaboration, and tracking outcomes and performance. 
• Negotiate and oversee partnership agreements, while representing the Initiative at external events to strengthen visibility and influence. 
• Co-develop and implement targeted programmes, training, and seminars in collaboration with leadership to support long-term public sector development objectives.

The candidate should also possess the following competencies:

•  Leadership and Project Management 
• Analytical and Critical Thinking 
• Communication and Reporting 
• Stakeholder Engagement 
• Innovation and Strategic Insight

 To apply:

Please submit a cover letter and your CV, including certified copies of your degrees and diplomas, to careers@lbs.edu.ng, using the subject line “Public Sector Initiative Manager -2026”

Individuals from previously disadvantaged population groups are encouraged to apply. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise. The University retains the right to verify all information provided by candidates. Should you not receive a reply within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: May 30, 2026