Partnership Development Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 630,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Industry events

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Partnership Development Manager to lead alliances for a charitable organization. This fully remote role focuses on identifying partners, crafting win-win proposals, and managing ongoing collaborations to widen impact for Klerksdorp and beyond.

You will network with corporations, foundations, and non-profits, negotiate agreements, and align program and fundraising teams to deliver measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or strategic alliances in the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in identifying, cultivating, and securing partnerships.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape and corporate social responsibility.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and approach potential strategic partners aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop compelling partnership proposals outlining mutual benefits and collaborative opportunities.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring clear objectives and deliverables.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing partners.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and meetings (virtually or in-person as needed).
• Collaborate internally with program and fundraising teams to ensure alignment on partnership goals.

Skills

Partnership development

Business development

Strategic alliances

Negotiation

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic and relationship-driven Partnership Development Manager to operate remotely and build crucial alliances for their charitable organization. This role is central to expanding our client's impact by forging strong collaborations with corporations, foundations, and other non-profits. You will identify potential partners, develop mutually beneficial proposals, and manage existing relationships to ensure sustained support and joint initiatives. The ideal candidate is an excellent networker, persuasive communicator, and adept at navigating complex organizational structures. This position is fully remote, allowing you to leverage your skills from anywhere while driving significant growth and opportunity for the organization in Klerksdorp and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and approach potential strategic partners aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop compelling partnership proposals outlining mutual benefits and collaborative opportunities.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring clear objectives and deliverables.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing partners.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and meetings (virtually or in-person as needed).
• Collaborate internally with program and fundraising teams to ensure alignment on partnership goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or strategic alliances, ideally within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in identifying, cultivating, and securing partnerships.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape and corporate social responsibility.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and attending industry events.