Senior Manager – Partnership Management

The Senior Manager, Global Partnerships, is responsible for overseeing the management and stewardship of grants and partnerships secured from foundations and high net worth individuals. This role ensures effective partner engagement, compliance with grant requirements, and internal monitoring and evaluation to guarantee the successful implementation and reporting of funded initiatives. The Senior Manager plays a critical role in nurturing long-term relationships that foster trust, transparency, and alignment between partners’ philanthropic goals and the organization’s mission. This position requires close collaboration across multiple departments to understand internal workflows, identify opportunities for process improvement, and enhance organizational readiness for partnership delivery and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

- Partnership Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with global donors, foundations, corporations, and multilateral agencies to secure and sustain funding partnerships.
- Proposal & Grant Management: Lead the preparation of proposals, budgeting, and submission processes for funding opportunities. Monitor grant compliance, ensure timely reporting, and oversee deliverables to meet donor expectations.
- Strategic Planning: Align partnership strategies with the organization’s overall goals and expansion priorities to maximize impact and resource utilization.
- Collaboration: Work closely with fundraising, program, and communications teams to design and implement impactful projects and campaigns that resonate with partners and stakeholders.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Track partnership performance and program progress, measure outcomes, and provide regular updates and reports to donors to demonstrate impact.
- Market Intelligence: Stay informed about international funding trends, donor landscapes, and emerging partnership opportunities to inform strategy and decision-making.
- Innovation & Technology: Explore and apply AI tools and digital solutions to enhance efficiency in partnership management, reporting, data analysis, and operational decision-making.

Required Qualifications

- Proven experience managing high-value global partnerships or grants, with a strong track record of successful stewardship and compliance.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to major donors and stakeholders.
- Strong project management and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to operationalize, plan, and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and diverse stakeholder groups.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with CRM or donor management systems.
- Interest in leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to improve partnership management, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Education

A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field is required.

Experience

Candidates should have a minimum of eight years of experience in partnership or grant management, fundraising, or international development.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful global initiatives by managing strategic partnerships and ensuring the effective use of resources. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with a passion for innovation and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships that advance the organization’s mission.