Partnership Development Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Growth opportunities

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a strategic Partnership Development Manager to foster collaborations across the Eastern Cape region. This hybrid role enables relationship building both remotely and in-person, focusing on partnerships with nonprofits, corporations, and government bodies to expand reach and impact.

The incumbent will identify, cultivate, and manage partnerships, negotiate agreements, and serve as the primary contact for key partners, collaborating with internal teams to

Qualifications

• Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with a strong ability to build rapport and trust.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid capacity, with remote and in-person engagement in East London.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential strategic partners, including non-profits, corporations, and government agencies.
• Develop and execute strategies for initiating, cultivating, and managing partnerships.
• Negotiate and formalize partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key partners, nurturing strong, long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective delivery and integration of partnership initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Partnership Development Manager to foster collaborations in East London . This hybrid role allows for effective relationship building both remotely and through in-person meetings within the Eastern Cape region. You will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing strategic partnerships with other organizations, businesses, and community groups to expand our client's reach and impact. Your ability to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships will be key to achieving our client's mission and enhancing its community presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential strategic partners, including non-profits, corporations, and government agencies.
• Develop and execute strategies for initiating, cultivating, and managing partnerships.
• Negotiate and formalize partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key partners, nurturing strong, long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective delivery and integration of partnership initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with a strong ability to build rapport and trust.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple stakeholder relationships simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid capacity, managing relationships remotely and through in-person engagement in East London .
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• Be instrumental in building a stronger network for community impact.
• Collaborative team environment focused on mission-driven growth.