Strategic Partnerships Lead

5 days ago


Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan Acumen Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned professional to support our community initiatives. Our goal is to create a thriving ecosystem where social innovators can come together, share knowledge, and collaborate to drive systemic change.

  • Establish and maintain relationships with external partners to increase engagement and impact of Foundry members
  • Design and execute strategic programs to address different needs of the community, including workshops, convenings, and networking events
  • Analyze data from the Foundry to identify trends and areas for improvement, ensuring data-driven decision making
  • Develop and manage partnerships with organizations and platforms to unlock opportunities for Foundry members
  • Provide exceptional support to Foundry members through regular check-ins, connecting them with relevant opportunities and resources

This role requires at least 8+ years of experience in building and leading partnerships, as well as strong analytical, creative, and communication skills. The successful candidate will be self-reflective, adaptable, and aligned with Acumen's values.

The Manager, Foundry and Partnerships will report to the Academy Program Lead in Pakistan and collaborate closely with colleagues across Acumen.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Program Lead for Academy in Pakistan to develop impactful programs, workshops, and convenings addressing different needs of the community
  • Plan strategic interventions to support Foundry members take their organizations to scale impact, driving meaningful social change
  • Support other projects in the team as needed, leveraging expertise and resources

Requirements:

  • At least 8+ years of experience building and leading partnerships with funders, corporates, investors, social organizations, etc.
  • Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with both external and internal stakeholders
  • Proven track record of planning and executing programs while monitoring impact, ensuring data-driven decision making
  • Analytical mindset to understand data, insights, and impact, driving strategic decision making
  • Creative and strategic thinking to develop innovative community programs, solving complex social problems
  • Effective communication skills to work with global, cross-cultural colleagues, partners, and community members


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