Strategic Partnerships Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is hiring an experienced Strategic Partnerships Manager for a hybrid role focused on forging and nurturing alliances with corporate entities, government agencies, academia, and NGOs to amplify impact. You will identify collaboration opportunities, negotiate agreements, and ensure mutual success of partnerships from a Stellenbosch base.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in partnerships within the non-profit landscape, exceptional negotiation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Business Admin, Marketing, IR) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or alliance management in non-profit or related fields.
• Proven track record of building and managing complex partnerships.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and prioritize potential strategic partners aligned with the mission.
• Develop and execute a strategy for cultivating and managing partnerships.
• Lead negotiations for partnership agreements with clear objectives.
• Serve as primary contact for key partners and foster strong relationships.
• Develop and implement joint initiatives with partners to achieve shared goals.
• Monitor progress and impact of partnerships and report ROI.
• Organize meetings, workshops, and events for partners and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences and networking events.
• Stay informed about sector trends, funding opportunities, and collaboration avenues.
• Collaborate internally with program teams to ensure alignment and execution of activities.

Skills

Networking

Strategic mindset

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization focused on sustainable agriculture and rural development, is seeking an experienced Strategic Partnerships Manager for their operations in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role is instrumental in forging and nurturing vital alliances with corporate entities, government agencies, academic institutions, and other NGOs to amplify our client's reach and impact. You will be responsible for identifying collaboration opportunities, negotiating partnership agreements, and ensuring the mutual success of these relationships. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional networking skills, a strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of the non-profit landscape in the Western Cape . This is a significant opportunity to contribute to positive change in rural communities, working from our client's attractive Stellenbosch base.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and prioritize potential strategic partners aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for cultivating and managing partnerships.
• Lead negotiations for partnership agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and clear objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key strategic partners, fostering strong working relationships.
• Develop and implement joint initiatives and projects with partners to achieve shared goals.
• Monitor the progress and impact of partnerships, reporting on key outcomes and ROI.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and events for partners and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization at relevant industry conferences, forums, and networking events.
• Stay informed about sector trends, funding opportunities, and potential collaboration avenues.
• Collaborate internally with program teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of partnership activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, or alliance management, preferably within the non-profit sector or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully building and managing complex partnerships.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the non-profit sector and social impact landscape.
• Experience in developing and managing budgets for partnership initiatives.
• Familiarity with the agricultural or rural development sectors is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of the Western Cape region and its key stakeholders, particularly in the Stellenbosch area.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a hybrid work environment.
• A results-oriented approach with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement provisions, and opportunities for ongoing professional development. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a blend of in-office collaboration in Stellenbosch and remote flexibility. You will be part of an impactful organization dedicated to sustainable development and work within a supportive, mission-driven team. Contribute to meaningful projects that empower rural communities and gain valuable experience in strategic relationship management.