Partnerships and Alliances Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Hybrid work

Professional development

Team culture

Social impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Partnerships and Alliances Manager who will identify and nurture strategic collaborations to amplify social impact. You will build a robust network of allies with nonprofits, businesses and community groups, balancing office and remote responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in partnership development and alliance management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a solid understanding of the nonprofit sector in Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Experience in partnership development, business development, or alliance management.
• Proven success in identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; strong interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue strategic partnership opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop and negotiate partnership agreements, outlining roles, responsibilities, and mutual benefits.
• Manage and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with existing strategic partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful integration and execution of partnership initiatives.
• Represent the organization in relevant industry events and networking opportunities.
• Track and report on the progress and impact of key partnerships.

Skills

Partnership development

Business development

Alliance management

Negotiation

Communication

Non-profit sector knowledge

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a strategic and relationship-focused Partnerships and Alliances Manager to foster collaborations that amplify their charitable mission. Based in Mossel Bay, this role is key to identifying, developing, and nurturing mutually beneficial relationships with other organizations, businesses, and community groups. You will play a vital role in expanding our client's reach and impact by building a robust network of allies committed to shared social objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with a talent for negotiation and relationship building.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue strategic partnership opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop and negotiate partnership agreements, outlining roles, responsibilities, and mutual benefits.
• Manage and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with existing strategic partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful integration and execution of partnership initiatives.
• Represent the organization in relevant industry events and networking opportunities.
• Track and report on the progress and impact of key partnerships.

Requirements

• Proven experience in partnership development, business development, or alliance management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape and community needs in Western Cape.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office and remote responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to shape impactful collaborations and drive social change.
• Professional development in strategic partnerships.
• A supportive and dynamic team culture.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.