Partnerships Manager - Development

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a strategic Partnerships Manager to expand our reach by building collaborations with corporations, foundations, and community groups across Gauteng. You will design partnership agreements and serve as the primary liaison for key partners.

You will work with internal teams to launch joint initiatives, track outcomes, and drive growth for our social programs from our Sandton office. Strong non-profit experience and CSR knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or corporate relations, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic partnership plans.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape and corporate social responsibility.
• Ability to work collaboratively and represent the organization effectively.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and secure strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community groups.
• Develop and manage partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key partners, fostering strong relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement joint initiatives and campaigns.
• Track partnership performance, report on outcomes, and identify areas for growth and improvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Strategic partnerships

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking charity organization focused on community upliftment in Sandton , is seeking a strategic Partnerships Manager . This role is integral to expanding our reach and impact by building and nurturing collaborative relationships with other organizations, corporate sponsors, and community stakeholders across Gauteng . You will identify synergistic opportunities, develop partnership agreements, and ensure mutually beneficial outcomes that advance our mission. This is a significant opportunity to drive growth and sustainability for critical social programs, working from our Sandton office.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and secure strategic partnerships with corporations, foundations, and community groups.
• Develop and manage partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key partners, fostering strong relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement joint initiatives and campaigns.
• Track partnership performance, report on outcomes, and identify areas for growth and improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or corporate relations, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic partnership plans.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape and corporate social responsibility.
• Ability to work collaboratively and represent the organization effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to build impactful collaborations for social good.
• Professional development in partnership management and strategy.
• Supportive team culture focused on innovation and growth.

Key role in expanding the mission's influence in Sandton .