Partnership Development Officer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Professional development

Health & retirement benefits

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a significant non-profit organization in the East London area to recruit a strategic Partnership Development Officer. The role focuses on identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with corporations, government agencies, and other non-profits to expand impact.

The position emphasizes negotiation, proposal development, and ongoing stakeholder engagement within the Eastern Cape community, supporting resources and program reach through a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in partnership development, business development, or fundraising.
• Proven track record of building and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit sector and community development landscape.
• Strategic thinking and ability to identify mutually beneficial opportunities.
• Familiarity with the Eastern Cape region and its stakeholders is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential strategic partners aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Develop proposals and presentations to secure partnerships and collaborations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment.
• Manage and nurture existing partner relationships, fostering long-term engagement.
• Represent the organization at networking events and forums to promote collaboration opportunities.
• Track partnership progress and report on outcomes and contributions to organizational objectives.

Skills

Partnership development

Business development

Fundraising

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant non-profit organization working towards sustainable development in the East London area, is actively seeking a strategic Partnership Development Officer. This role is critical for identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with key partners, including corporations, government agencies, and other non-profits. Your efforts will be crucial in securing resources, enhancing program reach, and expanding the organization's impact. This hybrid role allows for a balance of strategic planning and active engagement within the Eastern Cape community, driving collaborative efforts for social good.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify potential strategic partners aligned with the organization's mission and goals.
• Develop proposals and presentations to secure partnerships and collaborations.
• Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment.
• Manage and nurture existing partner relationships, fostering long-term engagement.
• Represent the organization at networking events and forums to promote collaboration opportunities.
• Track partnership progress and report on outcomes and contributions to organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in partnership development, business development, or fundraising.
• Proven track record of successfully building and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit sector and community development landscape.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and identify mutually beneficial opportunities.
• Familiarity with the Eastern Cape region and its key stakeholders is a strong asset.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• A dynamic role contributing to significant community impact and growth.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.