Partnerships Manager at DRASA (Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh) Health Trust

Job Summary:

• 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.