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Project and Program Associate
full-timeLagos

Summary

Location

Lagos

Type

full-time

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About this role

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. 
 

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Works with project sponsors and key stakeholders, to define program objectives and project scope. Plans, monitors and manages programs and projects from initiation through to completion. Secures required resources, and uses formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks, issues and changes. Manages programs and projects to ensure on-time completion according to specifications and within budgeted costs. At the higher levels, incumbents manage large programs consisting of a portfolio of projects. At the lower level, incumbents manage simple projects or individual elements of larger projects.

Responsibilities

Planning

  • Creates simple task list for themselves or given the tasks to document in a plan for wider groups or people

Stakeholder Management

  • Awareness of immediate key stakeholders, and with guidance able to identify the needs of stakeholders

Communications

  • Provides personal task and progress updates within their team or project. The use of tools and template requires feedback from more senior colleagues which drive learning and development

Risk Management

  • Is aware of risks and able to demonstrate an understanding of preventative action to minimize risks to their plans

Project/Program Delivery

  • Supports the delivery of projects/programs by delivering tasks required of them

Resource Management (people, finances etc.)

  • Develops knowledge of Resource Management by assisting others in tracking and maintaining project resources and timesheets

Qualifications

  • Proven years experience preferred

  • Bachelor's degree preferred

“We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.”

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.

Other facts

Tech stack
Project Management,Stakeholder Management,Communication,Risk Management,Resource Management

About Equinix

Equinix (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, enabling digital leaders to harness a trusted platform to bring together and interconnect the foundational infrastructure that powers their success. Equinix enables today’s businesses to access all the right places, partners and possibilities they need to accelerate advantage. With Equinix, they can scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Internet Publishing
Founding Year: 1998

What you'll do

  • The associate works with project sponsors and stakeholders to define program objectives and project scope, managing projects from initiation to completion. They are responsible for planning, monitoring, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Project and Program Associate do at Equinix?

As a Project and Program Associate at Equinix, you will: the associate works with project sponsors and stakeholders to define program objectives and project scope, managing projects from initiation to completion. They are responsible for planning, monitoring, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget..

Why join Equinix as a Project and Program Associate?

Equinix is a leading Internet Publishing company.

Is the Project and Program Associate position at Equinix remote?

The Project and Program Associate position at Equinix is based in Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Project and Program Associate position at Equinix?

You can apply for the Project and Program Associate position at Equinix directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Equinix on their website.