Remote Partnerships Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and dynamic Remote Partnerships Manager to drive critical collaborations across the nonprofit sector from a fully remote setup in South Africa. You will forge alliances with organisations, government bodies, and corporate entities, identifying opportunities and developing joint initiatives for greater social impact.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in partnership management, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a deep understanding of the South

Qualifications

• Five+ years in partnership management or a related field within the nonprofit sector.
• Proven ability to establish and manage strategic alliances and collaborations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of SA nonprofit and corporate sectors and remote work.
• Experience delivering remote-based collaborations is essential for Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic partnership opportunities aligned with the mission.
• Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with stakeholders and partners.
• Negotiate MOUs and partnership scopes and develop joint initiatives.
• Lead initiatives to enhance programme delivery and reach.
• Represent the client in virtual external forums and meetings.
• Monitor partnership performance and identify areas for improvement or growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate partnership activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations on partnership progress for senior management.
• Stay informed about nonprofit sector trends and CSR developments.
• Manage the partnership pipeline and follow up on leads.

Skills

Partnership management

Business development

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing/International Relations

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading organisation in the Charity & Voluntary sector, is seeking a strategic and dynamic Remote Partnerships Manager . This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa while driving critical collaborations. The role is essential for expanding our client's network and impact by forging and nurturing strategic alliances with other organisations, government bodies, and corporate entities. We are looking for an individual with exceptional networking, negotiation, and relationship management skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the non-profit landscape. You will be instrumental in identifying new opportunities, developing joint initiatives, and ensuring the mutual success of these partnerships. This is a unique opportunity for a results-driven professional to contribute significantly to social impact initiatives from a remote setting. The ideal candidate will be adept at virtual communication and collaborative project development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic partnership opportunities aligned with our client's mission.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and allies.
• Negotiate partnership agreements, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and collaborative project scopes.
• Develop and implement joint initiatives that enhance programme delivery and reach.
• Represent our client in external forums, conferences, and meetings virtually.
• Monitor the performance of existing partnerships and identify areas for improvement or expansion.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of partnership activities.
• Prepare reports and presentations on partnership progress and impact for senior management.
• Stay informed about trends and developments in the non-profit sector and corporate social responsibility.
• Manage the partnership pipeline and ensure timely follow-up on all leads and opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in partnership management, business development, or a related field, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven track record of successfully establishing and managing strategic alliances.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the South African non-profit and corporate sectors.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fully remote environment.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Google Workspace).
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Relations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.
• A passion for the mission of our client and the Charity & Voluntary sector.
• Experience in developing and managing remote-based collaborations is essential for this role based in Stellenbosch.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and the significant benefit of working from home, providing excellent flexibility. You will have the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of our client's collaborations and contribute to meaningful social impact. Professional development opportunities will be available. Join our client's dedicated team and play a vital role in expanding their reach and influence across the Western Cape and beyond from your own home office.