Partnership Manager - Non-Profit

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Professional networking opportunities

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng seeks a strategic Partnership Manager to build and maintain relationships with corporate, community, and governmental stakeholders. You will identify mutually beneficial opportunities, negotiate agreements, and drive collaborative initiatives across Gauteng to expand program delivery and impact.

The role requires strong networking and relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to securing collaborations with diverse partners in a non-profit context.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in partnership management or business development.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships to advance the mission.
• Cultivate relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, and community orgs.
• Negotiate and draft partnership agreements and MOUs.
• Coordinate joint projects and initiatives with partner orgs.
• Represent the organization at networking events and partnership forums.
• Track and report on progress and impact of partnerships.

Skills

Partnership management

Business development

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected charity in Vereeniging , is seeking a strategic Partnership Manager to build and maintain key relationships with corporate, community, and governmental stakeholders. This role is critical for expanding the organization's network, securing collaborations, and leveraging external resources to enhance program delivery and impact. You will identify mutually beneficial opportunities, negotiate agreements, and ensure the success of collaborative initiatives throughout Gauteng. This position requires a dynamic individual with strong networking and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships to advance the organization's mission.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, and community organizations.
• Negotiate and draft partnership agreements and MOUs.
• Coordinate joint projects and initiatives with partner organizations.
• Represent the organization at networking events and partnership forums.
• Track and report on the progress and impact of strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• Proven experience in partnership management, business development, or a related field.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working within the non-profit sector or with social impact initiatives is advantageous.
• Ability to represent the organization effectively in Vereeniging and beyond.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional networking and development.
• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Significant role in expanding the impact of charitable work in Gauteng .