Programme Assistant

Job Overview Reports to: Director of Programmes, Research and Stakeholder Engagement Probation: 6 months Contract Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive Application Deadline: Friday, October 2 nd, 2026, at 12 noon About the Students Revolving Loan Scheme (SRLS) The Students Revolving Loan Scheme is a newly established national financing mechanism created under the Students Revolving Loan Act to expand equitable access to higher and tertiary education in The Gambia. The Scheme operates as a sustainable revolving fund that supports current students and reinvests repayments to benefit future students. JOB DESCRIPTION The Programmes Assistant will support the development and continuous improvement of all programmes of the Students Revolving Loan Scheme (SRLS), contribute to research and learning, and stakeholder engagement. In this capacity, the Employee shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Programme Management Support the development and operationalisation of SRLS’s programme portfolio; Support institutional programme planning and policy development; Support the development and quality assurance of programme frameworks; Implement and coordinate all SRLS programmes; Resource Mobilisation Contribute to the design and management of fundraising mechanisms; Support institutional resource mobilisation efforts; Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Support Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function for SRLS programmes; Contribute to adaptive programme management through learning, evidence generation, and continuous improvement; Learn from funded initiatives to inform future SRLS strategy, policy dialogue, and programme refinement; Work closely with the institutional MEL and Knowledge Management functions; Partnerships and Engagements Implement Support strategic partnership initiatives and engagement with stakeholders; Work closely with programme staff, technical experts, and consultants, fostering a results-oriented, accountable, and collaborative Programme Directorate; Additional Duties Perform any other duties consistent with the position of Programmes Assistant as may be assigned by Management in furtherance of the mandate and strategic objectives of the Students Revolving Loan Scheme. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in education, economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field. At least 3 years of experience in programme management, stakeholder engagement, research, and/or policy analysis. Strong background in programme management preferred. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Strong programme management competence Stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills Ability to synthesize complex information for policy audiences Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively as part of a team. Good written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in at least two national languages Mandatory Background Checks Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit: Police Clearance Report Medical Fitness Certificate Verification of Academic & Professional Documents Employment is contingent upon successful completion of these checks. Submit: Cover letter (max two pages) CV Certified copies of academic and professional certificates Contact details of two referees Email to: Subject line: “Programme Assistant, SRLS” Female Candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Programme Assistant Share: