Partnerships Development Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work environment

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Partnerships Development Officer to forge strategic alliances in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. This hybrid role blends remote work with essential in-person engagement to expand collaboration with organizations and community groups.

You will identify partners, develop mutually beneficial agreements, and nurture collaborations to advance the mission. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, partnership management, or corporate relations.
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and cultivate potential strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
• Develop and negotiate partnership agreements, outlining clear objectives and mutual benefits.
• Manage and strengthen existing partner relationships through regular communication and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between partnership goals and organizational strategy.
• Organize and host events to engage partners and showcase the impact of collaborations.
• Track partnership activities and report on their effectiveness and contribution to organizational goals.

Skills

Business development

Partnership management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Partnerships Development Officer to forge and nurture strategic alliances in Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. This role is vital for expanding our client's reach and impact through collaboration with other organizations, businesses, and community groups. You will identify potential partners, develop mutually beneficial agreements, and ensure successful collaboration to advance our client's mission. The position utilizes a hybrid model, enabling effective remote work and essential in-person engagement within the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and cultivate potential strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
• Develop and negotiate partnership agreements, outlining clear objectives and mutual benefits.
• Manage and strengthen existing partner relationships through regular communication and engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between partnership goals and organizational strategy.
• Organize and host events to engage partners and showcase the impact of collaborations.
• Track partnership activities and report on their effectiveness and contribution to organizational goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development , partnership management, or corporate relations.
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Understanding of the Port Elizabeth and broader Eastern Cape socio-economic landscape.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility.
• Opportunity to build impactful relationships and contribute to community growth in Port Elizabeth .
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• A collaborative and mission-driven team culture.