Job Description

Job Opportunity: Strategic Partnerships Manager

Closing Date: 28 February 2024

Location: Centurion, Gauteng

Job Type: Permanent

About the Organization:

Our client operates in the Financial Services/Banking industry and is committed to serving South African commercial and emerging farmers by providing them with specialized financial services.

Main Purpose of the Job:

The Strategic Partnerships Manager will be responsible for developing and driving a strategic partnerships plan to establish relationships with key stakeholders in the sector. This role involves identifying, engaging, and managing strategic partnerships with entities such as DFI's, government agencies, commodity organizations, farming associations, and private partners. The incumbent will evaluate and analyze the social and financial impact of potential partnerships, develop and manage a repository of MoU's, monitor progress and performance, and oversee the implementation of development and transformation initiatives.

Key Performance Areas: * Identify, Engage, Manage, and OnBoard Key Strategic Partnerships.

• Evaluate and Analyze (Business Case) Social and Financial Impact of Potential Strategic Partnerships.
• Develop, Execute, and Manage Repository of MoU's Between LBI and Strategic Partners.
• Monitor and Report on Progress and Performance.
• Develop and Implement Development and Transformation Plan in Line with FY2029 Strategy.
• People Management.

Preferred Minimum Education and Experience:

• B Degree in Finance, Accounting, Insurance, or equivalent.
• 7 years demonstrated experience in New Business Development.
• 7 years experience in Strategic Partnerships Management.
• 7 years Enterprise Stakeholder Engagements Management.
• 7 years exposure to Contract Management.
• 7 years exposure to banking and/or insurance.

Critical Competencies:

• Microsoft Office.
• Business Acumen.
• Customer Service Orientation.
• Strategy Development.
• Stakeholder Management and Partnerships.
• Business Environment.
• Development, Funding Organizations, and Donors.
• Financial Management.
• Marketing.
• Land Bank Insurance Products and Services.

Additional Requirements:

• Travel extensively.
• Extended hours as and when required.
• Drivers License (Code 08).

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter by the closing date of 28 February 2024.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join our client's team and be part of an organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact on South Africa's agricultural sector!

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