Partnerships Assistant

Sourcefin; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Johannesburg is seeking a Partnerships Assistant to support its affiliate network. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Partnerships Manager to onboard affiliates, manage reporting, and ensure strong relationships across teams. Applicants should have over 1 year of experience in sales or account management, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include medical contributions and meals support.

Benefits

Medical aid contributions

Mental health support

Subsidised meals

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience supporting commercial, sales, or account management teams.
• Experience in loyalty, fintech, or financial services preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Partnerships Manager and the affiliate network.
• Onboard new affiliates and maintain relationships.
• Collaborate with various departments to support affiliates.
• Facilitate contracts and payments for affiliates.
• Generate reports and insights for affiliate performance.
• Communicate updates and handle escalations with affiliates.
• Execute the affiliate communication strategy.
• Represent the company at networking events.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Proactivity

Self-starter

Tools

Asana

Hubspot

Job description

Partnerships Assistant
Johannesburg, South Africa | Full-time

We’re looking for a Partnerships Assistant to support Sourcefin’s affiliate network and help us grow our impact.

At Sourcefin, we make purchase order funding and invoice discounting easy for South Africa’s forgotten SMMEs. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Partnerships Manager to onboard and retain affiliates, manage reporting, and keep our partners engaged. You’ll be the connection between affiliates, internal teams, and leadership, ensuring processes run smoothly and partners feel supported.

What you’ll do

• Provide day-to-day support to the Partnerships Manager and the affiliate network.
• Onboard new affiliates and grow existing relationships to supply leads.
• Cross-functionally collaborate with other departments to ensure affiliates are engaged and supported.
• Facilitate affiliate contracts and payments.
• Share and generate affiliate reporting and performance insights.
• Track and update affiliate activities using tools like Asana, Hubspot, or internal systems.
• Communicate updates with affiliates and handle escalations effectively.
• Assist in executing the affiliate communication strategy.
• Represent Sourcefin at networking events.

What makes you a great fit

• 1+ years’ experience supporting commercial, sales, or account management teams (loyalty, fintech, or financial services preferred).
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable, proactive, and a self-starter.

Why you’ll love working here

• Impact: Help build and support partnerships that drive real opportunities for SMMEs.
• Growth: Develop your career in fintech, gaining exposure to affiliate management and strategy.
• Collaboration: Work closely with experienced leaders and dynamic teams.
• Care: Medical aid contributions, mental health support via October Health, and subsidised meals from Olive & Plate deli.