Partnerships Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Impactful collaborations

Mission-driven environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Partnerships Manager to drive collaboration with corporate partners, foundations, and other organizations in Mahikeng. You will identify new opportunities, develop proposals, and nurture long-term relationships to support program sustainability and growth.

Strong networking and negotiation skills are essential. You will lead proposal development, negotiate agreements, and represent the charity at events, helping to expand impact with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in partnership development, business development, or corporate relations.
• Proven track record of cultivating and managing strategic alliances.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
• Create and present compelling partnership proposals aligned with organizational goals and partner interests.
• Nurture and strengthen existing relationships through regular communication and collaborative initiatives.
• Negotiate partnership agreements and ensure effective implementation of collaborative projects.
• Track partnership performance, measure impact, and report on outcomes to stakeholders in Mahikeng.
• Represent the organization at networking events and industry conferences.

Skills

Partnership development

Business development

Corporate relations

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

CSR understanding

Stakeholder relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Partnerships Manager to join their team in Mahikeng . This role is pivotal in cultivating and managing relationships with corporate partners, foundations, and other organizations to drive collaboration and secure vital support for the charity's mission. You will be responsible for identifying new partnership opportunities, developing mutually beneficial proposals, and nurturing long-term relationships that contribute to program sustainability and growth. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with excellent networking and negotiation skills who is passionate about social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community organizations.
• Create and present compelling partnership proposals aligned with organizational goals and partner interests.
• Nurture and strengthen existing relationships through regular communication and collaborative initiatives.
• Negotiate partnership agreements and ensure effective implementation of collaborative projects.
• Track partnership performance, measure impact, and report on outcomes to stakeholders in Mahikeng .
• Represent the organization at networking events and industry conferences.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in partnership development, business development, or corporate relations.
• Proven track record of successfully cultivating and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit sector and corporate social responsibility.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to build and lead impactful collaborations.
• Work within a mission-driven organization in Mahikeng .
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities in partnership management.