On Friday, TAF Africa presented an appreciation award to Mrs Msurshima Kighir. We honor her in recognition of her extraordinary dedication, passion, and commitment towards achieving an inclusive society for persons with disabilities.
What a way to start the Year!Yesterday, our entire team spent a full day in a powerful training session with the incredible facilitators from the Institute of National Transformation, led by Professor Vincent Anigbogu, Chairman of TAF Africa, and Peggy Anigbogu, Head of Administration at the Institute for National Transformation.We immersed ourselves in cultivating an elite mindset to achieve our ambitious goals for the year, while also learning strategies to balance excellence with a healthy life balance. It was a day of inspiration, connection, and reflection, and we are ready to make this our most amazing year yet! A huge thank you to our facilitators for their timeless wisdom!
Yesterday, we officially unveiled the “Access to Health Initiative for Persons with Disabilities” through the “Koyo Navigate App”- an AI-powered digital healthcare platform created to expand access to quality healthcare for all Nigerians.Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, represented by Hon. Joshua Audu Gana, pledged to support this effort by offering monthly subscription coverage to all Nigerians with disabilities for the next five years.Beneficiaries will have access to virtual doctor-supervised consultations, AI-driven health support, mental wellness guidance, and specialist dermatology services, particularly vital for persons with albinism who face a high risk of skin-related conditions. This partnership reflects our commitment to disability inclusion, Koyo Healthtech’s drive for digital health innovation, and the National Assembly Resource Centre’s role in strengthening policy backing and national visibility for inclusive healthcare in Nigeria.
Job Title: Programme Manager Location: Abuja Employment Type: Full Time Duration: 24 months TAF Africa is an independent non-governmental/not-for profit organization originally established to promote health, socio-economic rights, well-being, and empowerment of persons with albinism. The organization has since evolved to become a focus organization that advocates for the recognition and respect of the rights, socio-economic and political inclusion of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in Nigeria and the around the World. The foundation contributes to legislative and policy action that promotes the rights of PWDs, and effective mainstreaming of inclusion. Responsibilities Manage the conceptualization, design, planning, and implementation of projects in line with the organization’s thematic thrust. Coordinate the activities of state offices in project implementation. Oversee, support, and evaluate the work of Project Officers, Volunteers, and Consultants. Ensure appropriate compliance, reporting, and documentation on projects and interventions in line with agreed standards and donor requirements. Develop, nurture, and manage relationships with partners. Scan for funding opportunities in areas relevant to the organization’s thematic focus. Develop and implement comprehensive program strategies in alignment with the organization’s overall goals and objectives. Collaborate with senior management to define program scope, goals, and deliverables. Work closely with various departments to coordinate resources, resolve issues, and optimize project delivery. Foster effective communication and collaboration among project teams. Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources. Identify potential risks associated with projects and develop strategies for risk mitigation. Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate project progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Implement quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects. Monitor and evaluate project outcomes against predefined benchmarks. Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders. Any other duties assigned. Essential Skills and Qualifications Post-graduate degree in any social science discipline Extensive experience (minimum of 12 years) and demonstrated knowledge of programme management in areas related to the organization’s thematic thrust. Strong ICT skills Strong stakeholder management and decision-making skills Excellent report-writing skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail. Desirable Skills Data Analysis Ability to speak two major Nigerian languages Project management certification Extensive knowledge of electoral reform and processes How To Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications using this link: https://forms.gle/jtLvb1Gqzh8Ly8om9 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Application Deadline: 10th February 2026 Diversity and Inclusion:TAF Africa strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities. All submissions will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.
