Manager: Growth, Partnerships & Brand

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Springs; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd in Springs is seeking a Manager: Growth, Partnerships & Brand to lead fundraising, marketing, stakeholder engagement and event strategy, building high-value partnerships with corporate investors, donors and government bodies.

The role focuses on increasing brand visibility and ensuring alignment of partnerships with long-term impact, while delivering compelling proposals and managing communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field.
• Proven track record in fundraising for foundations and/or not-for-profit sectors.
• Strong sales, market research, and brand management knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational experience.
• Proficiency with CRM software and common office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising and revenue strategies aligned to goals.
• Identify and secure sponsors, donors, and funding partners.
• Manage and grow donor and investor relationships.
• Prepare compelling funding proposals and pitches.
• Establish partnerships with corporates, NGOs, and government entities.
• Represent the organisation at events and stakeholder engagements.
• Align partnerships with long-term impact goals.
• Develop integrated marketing and communications strategies and brand messaging.
• Oversee brand identity and consistency across channels.
• Create impact stories, campaigns, and content for outreach.
• Manage public relations and media exposure.
• Lead digital marketing and social media campaigns to attract funding.
• Plan and coordinate high-impact fundraising events and activations.
• Ensure events deliver strong brand and relationship outcomes.
• Maintain transparent donor and impact reporting.

Skills

Fundraising

Sales

Market Research

Brand Management

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

POSITION: Manager: Growth, Partnerships & Brand

LOCATION: Springs

Job Description:

Purpose of the role

To drive sustainable growth and impact by leading a fundraising, marketing, brand positioning, stakeholder engagement, and event strategy. This role is responsible for building and maintaining high-value partnerships with corporate investors, donors and government stakeholders, while raising the organisations brand and visibility in the market.

Key Performance Areas & Responsibilities

Revenue Generation & Fundraising (Sales Equivalent)

Purpose: Secure funding streams to sustain and scale the organisation’s impact.

• Develop and execute fundraising and revenue strategies aligned to organisational goals
• Identify and secure new corporate sponsors, donors, and funding partners
• Manage and grow existing donor and investor relationships
• Prepare and present compelling proposals and funding pitches

Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

Purpose: Build strong, trust-based relationships across corporate, donor, and government networks

• Establish and maintain partnerships with corporates, NGOs, and government entities
• Represent the organisation at industry events, forums, and stakeholder engagements
• Align partnerships with shared value and long-term impact goals
• Ensure consistent and professional stakeholder communication

Marketing, Brand & Communications

Purpose: Strengthen brand visibility, credibility, and storytelling to attract funding and support.

• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communication strategies
• Oversee brand positioning, messaging, and consistency across all channels
• Create compelling impact stories, campaigns, and content
• Manage public relations and media exposure

Digital Marketing & Social Media Management

Purpose: Leverage digital platforms to build community, attract donors, and amplify impact.

• Manage all social media platforms and digital campaigns
• Develop content strategies aligned to organisational goals
• Monitor and optimise engagement and performance
• Drive online fundraising and awareness campaigns

Events Planning & Coordination

Purpose: Deliver high-impact events that strengthen relationships, enhance brand visibility, and drive funding.

• Plan and execute fundraising events, activations, and stakeholder engagements
• Coordinate logistics, budgets, suppliers, and stakeholder participation
• Ensure events deliver strong brand and relationship outcomes
• Leverage events for marketing and fundraising opportunities

Brand Management & Promotion

Purpose: Position the organisation as a credible, trusted, and impactful brand.

• Develop and maintain brand identity and guidelines
• Ensure consistent brand application across all platforms
• Drive brand campaigns aligned to mission and values
• Monitor brand perception and reputation

Communication & Reporting

Purpose: Ensure transparent, compelling, and professional communication with stakeholders.

• Develop donor reports, impact reports, and presentations
• Communicate outcomes, success stories, and value delivered
• Maintain high-quality written and verbal communication standards
• Align messaging with organisational strategy and values

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field
• Proven track record in fundraising for foundations and/or not-for-profit industries
• Strong understanding of sales techniques, market research, and brand management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Demonstrated leadership and organisational experience
• Proficiency in Google Workspaces, Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software

Key attributes

• Cultural and sensitivity and competence
• Persistence, resilience, energy and a positive attitude
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to transparency
• Loyalty, reliability and long‑term commitment to the organisation’s mission
• Ability to “wear multiple hats” and comfortably take on varied responsibilities as needed
• Strong alignment with the organisation’s values, ethos and culture

Additional Skills (Preferred)

• Understanding and experience in digital and social media space
• Fluency in multiple languages
• Valid Driver’s License with own reliable transport
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial, with the ability to articulate the organisation’s products, mission and goals compellingly to clients, donors and partners

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A dynamic and supportive work environment