Hybrid Strategic Partnerships Lead (Social Impact)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Impactful social change

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent charitable organization in Sandton to recruit a strategic and relationship‑driven Partnership Manager. The role focuses on cultivating partnerships with corporations, foundations and other allies to grow impact, funding and sustainability for the organization in Gauteng and beyond.

You will identify partners, develop compelling proposals, negotiate agreements, coordinate joint initiatives, and track progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in business development, partnerships or fundraising within non-profit or social impact sectors.
• Proven track record of building and managing strategic partnerships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong networking abilities and the capacity to engage senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with CSR and philanthropic engagement; Sandton/Gauteng knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations and other organizations.
• Develop proposals and presentations to secure partnerships and funding.
• Negotiate partnership agreements, outlining terms, deliverables and mutual benefits.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned partners and foster long‑term relationships.
• Coordinate collaborative projects and initiatives with partners and ensure successful implementation.
• Track partnership progress, measure impact and provide regular reports to management.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences and corporate engagement opportunities.
• Stay informed about CSR and philanthropy trends and collaborate with internal teams to align activities with goals.
• Develop strategies to enhance partner engagement and retention.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Networking

Relationship building

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Communications

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a prominent charitable organization in Sandton to recruit a strategic and relationship‑driven Partnership Manager. The role focuses on cultivating partnerships with corporations, foundations and other allies to grow impact, funding and sustainability for the organization in Gauteng and beyond.

You will identify partners, develop compelling proposals, negotiate agreements, coordinate joint initiatives, and track progress.