Manager: Growth, Partnerships&Brand, Springs

Position: Manager: Growth, Partnerships&Brand Location: Springs Job Description Purpose of the role: To drive sustainable growth and impact by leading a fundraising, marketing, brand positioning, stakeholder engagement, and event strategy. This role is responsible for building and maintaining high-value partnerships with corporate investors, donors, and government stakeholders, while raising the organization’s brand and visibility in the market.

Revenue Generation&Fundraising (Sales Equivalent) Purpose: Secure funding streams to sustain and scale the organization’s impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute fundraising and revenue strategies aligned to organizational goals

Identify and secure new corporate sponsors, donors, and funding partners

Manage and grow existing donor and investor relationships

Prepare and present compelling proposals and funding pitches

Strategic Partnerships&Stakeholder Engagement Purpose: Build strong, trust-based relationships across corporate, donor, and government networks.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and maintain partnerships with corporates, NGOs, and government entities

Represent the organization at industry events, forums, and stakeholder engagements

Align partnerships with shared value and long-term impact goals

Ensure consistent and professional stakeholder communication

Marketing, Brand&Communications Purpose: Strengthen brand visibility, credibility, and storytelling to attract funding and support.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute integrated marketing and communication strategies

Oversee brand positioning, messaging, and consistency across all channels

Create compelling impact stories, campaigns, and content

Manage public relations and media exposure

Digital Marketing&Social Media Management Purpose: Leverage digital platforms to build community, attract donors, and amplify impact.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all social media platforms and digital campaigns

Develop content strategies aligned to organizational goals

Monitor and optimise engagement and performance

Drive online fundraising and awareness campaigns

Events Planning&Coordination Purpose: Deliver high-impact events that strengthen relationships, enhance brand visibility, and drive funding.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute fundraising events, activations, and stakeholder engagements

Coordinate logistics, budgets, suppliers, and stakeholder participation

Ensure events deliver strong brand and relationship outcomes

Leverage events for marketing and fundraising opportunities

Brand Management&Promotion Purpose: Position the organization as a credible, trusted, and impactful brand.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain brand identity and guidelines

Ensure consistent brand application across all platforms

Drive brand campaigns aligned to mission and values

Monitor brand perception and reputation

Communication&Reporting Purpose: Ensure transparent, compelling, and professional communication with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Develop donor reports, impact reports, and presentations

Communicate outcomes, success stories, and value delivered

Maintain high-quality written and verbal communication standards

Align messaging with organizational strategy and values

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field

Proven track record in fundraising for foundations and/or not-for-profit industries

Strong understanding of sales techniques, market research, and brand management

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Demonstrated leadership and organisational experience

Proficiency in Google Workspaces, Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software

Key Attributes

Cultural and sensitivity and competence

Persistence, resilience, energy and a positive attitude

Strong ethical standards and commitment to transparency

Loyalty, reliability and long-term commitment to the organization’s mission

Ability to“wear multiple hats” and comfortably take on varied responsibilities as needed

Strong alignment with the organization’s values, ethos and culture

Additional Skills (Preferred)

Understanding and experience in digital and social media space

Fluency in multiple languages

Valid Driver’s License with own reliable transport

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial, with the ability to articulate the organization’s products, mission and goals compellingly to clients, donors and partners

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth and development

A dynamic and supportive work environment

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