Partnerships Manager needed at DRASA Health Trust

About the job

• The Partnerships Manager will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of DRASA Health Trust by establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with donors, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders in the public health sector in Nigeria. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop compelling proposals and secure funding to support the organization’s initiatives and programs to improve public health outcomes in Nigeria.

Tasks

• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnerships strategy to identify and engage potential donors, funding agencies, and strategic partners in alignment with the organization’s mission and objectives.
• Research, identify, and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including government agencies, bilateral and multilateral organizations, philanthropic foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
• Lead the proposal development process from inception to submission, ensuring high-quality and competitive proposals that meet the requirements of potential donors.
• Support the organization’s strategic objective to diversify funding sources.
• Collaborate closely with program teams to understand project needs, objectives, and outcomes, and integrate this information into proposals and funding applications.
• Manage relationships with existing donors and funding partners, ensuring timely reporting, communication, and compliance with requirements.
• Identify strategic partners and networks to scale DRASA’s work and maintain relationships with existing partners, networks, consortia and coalitions.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, funding opportunities, and policy developments in the public health sector in Nigeria and globally.
• Identify relevant meetings, conferences, and events to network with potential donors and partners and attend to represent DRASA and promote the organization’s work and impact.
• Support and guide program staff in building partnerships, preparing funding proposals, and cultivating donor relationships.
• Work closely with finance and senior management on financial forecasting and revenue generation
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop materials, reports, and presentations for donors and stakeholders, highlighting the organization’s achievements, impact, and funding needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, international development, business administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in partnership development, resource mobilization, fundraising, or related roles in the public health or international development sector, with a proven track record of successfully securing funding from diverse donors.
• Strong understanding of the public health landscape in Nigeria, including key stakeholders, funding mechanisms, and policy priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft proposals, reports, and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with donors, partners, and colleagues, and to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience using donor databases and fundraising software is desirable.