Partnership Development Officer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Partnership Development Officer in the Benoni area to foster strategic alliances with businesses, community organisations, and nonprofits. You will identify potential partners, cultivate strong relationships, and develop collaborations that advance our charitable mission in Gauteng.

The role requires a skilled negotiator and communicator with a passion for community development and network-building, plus the ability to work across internal teams to implement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, partnership management, or corporate relations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Strategic thinking capabilities with a focus on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and prospect potential strategic partners, including corporate sponsors, foundations, and community groups.
• Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Design and negotiate partnership agreements that align with organizational goals and deliver mutual value.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and management of partnership initiatives.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and community forums to build visibility and identify opportunities.

Skills

Partnership management

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and relationship-focused Partnership Development Officer to foster strategic alliances in the Benoni area. This role is essential for expanding our client's reach and impact by collaborating with businesses, community organizations, and other non-profits. You will identify potential partners, cultivate strong relationships, and develop mutually beneficial collaborations that support our charitable mission. The ideal candidate is a skilled negotiator and communicator, passionate about community development and eager to build a network that drives positive social change in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and prospect potential strategic partners, including corporate sponsors, foundations, and community groups.
• Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Design and negotiate partnership agreements that align with organizational goals and deliver mutual value.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and management of partnership initiatives.
• Represent the organization at networking events, conferences, and community forums to build visibility and identify opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, partnership management, or corporate relations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Strategic thinking capabilities with a focus on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking within the non-profit sector.
• The chance to build impactful collaborations supporting the Benoni community.