Partnership Manager

Job title : Partnership Manager

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : October 09, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The Partnership Manager will lead partnership development, resource mobilization, and stakeholder engagement, with a specific focus on securing institutional and individual donors.

The successful candidate will identify, cultivate, negotiate, manage, and strengthen strategic partnerships that support Our client 's mission, mobilize financial and non-financial resources, expand program reach, and improve organizational sustainability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Partnership Development & Resource Mobilization

• Identify and pursue partnership opportunities with corporate organizations, foundations, development agencies, government institutions, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and implement partnership strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective partners and donors.
• Prepare compelling partnership proposals, concept notes, sponsorship packages, and presentations.
• Secure financial and in-kind partnerships to support programs and organizational growth.
• Identify new funding and collaboration opportunities across the NGO, CSR, philanthropy, and development ecosystem.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic partners and donors.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate partnership meetings, reviews, and stakeholder engagements.
• Provide partners with timely updates, reports, and appropriate recognition.
• Represent Our client at conferences, networking events, meetings, and other stakeholder engagements.

Partnership Management & Program Support

• Negotiate and coordinate partnership agreements, MoUs, and collaboration frameworks.
• Work closely with program teams to deliver partnership commitments.
• Track partnership deliverables, milestones, outcomes, and impact metrics.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to maximize partner value and program effectiveness.
• Ensure contractual and partnership obligations are delivered within agreed timelines.

Strategy, Reporting & Communications

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date partnership and donor database.
• Prepare partnership performance reports and dashboards for management and partners.
• Monitor developments in CSR, philanthropy, nonprofit, and international development sectors.
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities for strategic collaboration.
• Support organizational visibility through partner communications, joint campaigns, and strategic initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, fundraising, or business development within the NGO/non-profit, international development, or social enterprise sector in Nigeria.
• Proven track record of securing grants, corporate sponsorships, institutional funding, or strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated experience developing, negotiating, and managing strategic partnerships.

Network & Sector Knowledge

• Established relationships within corporate Nigeria, particularly with CSR, ESG, sustainability, or corporate affairs stakeholders.
• Strong network among international development organizations and funding partners such as USAID, FCDO, UNDP, and similar institutions.
• Strong understanding of crowdfunding, mobile money integration, and co-investment models.
• Experience working with government or public-sector institutions is an advantage.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong grant and proposal writing skills.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and results-oriented.
• Strong relationship builder and communicator.
• Collaborative and highly organized.
• Passionate about social impact, innovation, and community development.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

KEY SUCCESS MEASURES

Success in the role will be measured by:

• Number and quality of strategic partnerships established.
• Increased funding and resources mobilized.
• Growth of the corporate, government, donor, and development partner network.
• Partner satisfaction and long-term engagement.
• Timely delivery of partnership commitments.
• Growth in organizational visibility and influence.
• Quality and accuracy of partnership documentation and reporting.
• Measurable contribution to program growth and organizational sustainability.