Partnership Development Officer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a dynamic Partnership Development Officer to identify and cultivate strategic alliances with businesses, foundations, and key stakeholders. You will secure resources to expand educational initiatives and strengthen community impact.

The role requires excellent networking, proposal development, and negotiation skills, with a strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape in Centurion and the ability to engage diverse audiences and report outcomes to senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in partnership development, corporate relations, fundraising, or business development, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major gifts or strategic partnerships.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in CRM software and project management tools.
• Understanding of the Centurion business and philanthropic community is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential corporate, foundation, and individual partners aligned with our client's mission.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for cultivating new partnerships and strengthening existing relationships.
• Craft and present compelling proposals, presentations, and funding requests to prospective partners.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and adherence to terms.
• Organize and host events, meetings, and site visits for current and potential partners.
• Collaborate with internal program teams to ensure partner engagement aligns with organizational objectives.
• Track partnership activities, contributions, and outcomes, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in partnership development and corporate social responsibility.
• Represent our client at relevant community and industry events in and around Centurion.

Skills

Networking

Negotiation

Communication

Presentations

CRM software

Project management tools

Education

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

Minimum 4 years of partnership development or fundraising experience (non-profit preferred)

Tools

CRM software

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role Our client, a well-established charitable organization committed to improving educational outcomes in **Centurion**, is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Partnership Development Officer. This role is crucial for identifying, cultivating, and managing strategic alliances with businesses, foundations, and other key stakeholders. The position is based in **Centurion** and requires a strong presence within the local community to foster and maintain these vital relationships. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional networking skills, a proven ability to articulate compelling proposals, and a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape. You will be instrumental in securing the resources and support necessary to expand our client's reach and impact on educational initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the betterment of education in the **Centurion** area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential corporate, foundation, and individual partners aligned with our client's mission.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for cultivating new partnerships and strengthening existing relationships.
• Craft and present compelling proposals, presentations, and funding requests to prospective partners.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and adherence to terms.
• Organize and host events, meetings, and site visits for current and potential partners.
• Collaborate with internal program teams to ensure partner engagement aligns with organizational objectives.
• Track partnership activities, contributions, and outcomes, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in partnership development and corporate social responsibility.
• Represent our client at relevant community and industry events in and around **Centurion**.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in partnership development, corporate relations, fundraising, or business development, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major gifts or strategic partnerships.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in CRM software and project management tools.
• Understanding of the **Centurion** business and philanthropic community is a significant advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A genuine passion for education and community development.

Benefits

• An attractive annual salary of ZAR.
• Comprehensive medical aid benefits.
• A defined contribution pension fund.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment focused on making a difference in **Centurion**.