Ilifa Labantwana
Head of Partnerships & Development
Description
We are looking for a dynamic and driven Head of Partnerships and Development, with extensive fundraising experience. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Cape Town. Part-time consultancy opportunities supporting this role are also available. Read the details below and apply by 17 March 2025.
Purpose
The Head of Partnerships and Development will drive our strategic partnerships and resource mobilisation efforts. They will foster impactful collaborations with key stakeholders and secure sustainable funding to realise our vision of quality early childhood development for all children that also supports caregivers, creates sustainable livelihoods for women.
Key responsibilities
• Fundraising and resource mobilisation: Develop and execute a fundraising strategy and processes to secure multi-year funding from diverse sources. Identify, engage, and steward new and existing donors. Prepare compelling funding pitches, proposals, grant applications, and reports to secure and maintain funding partnerships;
• Partnerships development: Develop strategic partnerships and represent our organisation at high-level stakeholder engagements, forums, and conferences to enhance visibility and impact;
• Communication: Develop strategic messaging and positioning for funder engagement and partnerships in collaboration with our Communications Department;
• Advocacy: Leverage partnerships to drive the early childhood development agenda and systems change through coordinated advocacy efforts;
• Organisational leadership and strategic input: Provide leadership on partnerships and fundraising within the team and contribute to overall strategy development.
Please send your CV and 1-page cover letter to recruitment@ilifalabantwana.co.za, with the subject line “Head of Partnerships and Impact”. For further information about our organisation, visit www.ilifalabantwana.co.za
Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you have not heard from us by 18 April 2025.
Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you are hesitating, apply!
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