Partnership Associate

Thinkpolicy; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 133,920,000 - 223,200,000; Full time

Job summary

An impactful policy organization in Jakarta is seeking a Partnership Associate to drive strategic partnerships and manage funding opportunities. This role involves conducting research, writing compelling grant proposals, and maintaining relationships with partners. The ideal candidate will have a minimum Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in partnership management or business development, along with strong communication and project management skills. Familiarity with Indonesia's public policy landscape is a significant advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• At least 3 years of experience in partnership management or related fields.
• Strong interest in public policy in Indonesia.
• Strong project management and proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong interest in the public policy landscape in Indonesia and familiarity with grant application processes will be a significant advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships.
• Conduct research to identify collaboration opportunities.
• Write and develop grant and partnership proposals.
• Track and analyze partnership performance metrics.
• Write and develop grant and partnership proposals, applications, and other supporting documents.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing partners to ensure sustained collaboration and partner satisfaction.
• Act as the main point of contact for partners, responding promptly to inquiries or concerns.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather required information for proposal development and ensure smooth implementation.
• Track and analyze partnership‑related performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness and inform strategic improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Research skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Excel

English & Bahasa

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communication, Social Science, or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Partnership Associate, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, developing, and managing strategic partnerships and funding opportunities that advance Think Policy’s mission, by conducting research, shaping partnership strategies, and producing high-quality grant and partnership proposals. You will serve as the primary liaison for external partners, nurturing long‑term relationships and ensuring partner satisfaction, while coordinating closely with internal teams to gather inputs, support implementation, and track partnership performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and meaningful impacts.

Conduct research to identify potential partnership and collaboration opportunities, including staying up to date with issue trends, market developments, and policy changes.

Collaborate with the Grant Management Office, Growth team, and other Tribe Leads to develop partnership and business strategies, particularly for the Insights and Forum products.

Identify potential funding sources aligned with Think Policy’s mission and programs, and provide insights on partnership opportunities and their likelihood of success.

Write and develop grant and partnership proposals, applications, and other supporting documents, ensuring they are compelling, accurate, and tailored to relevant guidelines.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing partners to ensure sustained collaboration and partner satisfaction.

Act as the main point of contact for partners, responding promptly to inquiries or concerns.

Coordinate with internal teams, including program leads, finance, and other leadership, to gather required information for proposal development and ensure smooth implementation of initiatives.

Track and analyze partnership‑related performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness and inform strategic improvements.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communication, Social Science, or a relevant field.

At least 3 years of experience in partnership management, grant writing, business development, consulting, or a related field.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with external partners.

Strong project management skills and proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Strong research and analytical skills.

Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Strong interest in the public policy landscape in Indonesia and familiarity with grant application processes will be a significant advantage.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.