Partnership Development Manager

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

A Port Elizabeth-based non-profit organization is seeking a strategic Partnership Development Manager to lead its partnership programme. You will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with corporations, foundations, and other partners to secure resources and expand program reach in the Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities include negotiating partnerships, developing compelling proposals, and representing the organization at events, with a focus on sustainable funding and measurable impact in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in business development, corporate partnerships, or fundraising.
• Proven success in cultivating and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategy for identifying and engaging potential partners.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, and community organizations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals and partnership benefits.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and industry gatherings.
• Monitor partnership performance and provide stewardship and reporting to partners.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare access, is seeking a strategic Partnership Development Manager to lead their partnership efforts in Port Elizabeth . This role is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and other organizations to advance the client's mission. You will play a crucial role in securing resources, expanding program reach, and enhancing the organization's overall impact within the Eastern Cape. This is a significant opportunity for a relationship-builder to contribute to vital healthcare initiatives in the Port Elizabeth community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for identifying and engaging potential partners.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, and community organizations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling proposals and partnership benefits.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and industry gatherings.
• Monitor partnership performance and ensure effective stewardship and reporting to partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, corporate partnerships, or fundraising.
• Proven success in cultivating and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the non-profit sector and the Port Elizabeth business landscape.
• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative partnership models.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional networking and career advancement.
• Be part of an organization making a critical difference in healthcare.
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment in Port Elizabeth .