Partnerships Officer Job at Population Media Center (PMC) - Career Opportunity in Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, December 14, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Population Media Center (PMC) is a nonprofit, international organization, which strives to improve the health and wellbeing of people around the world using entertainment-education strategies. Founded in 1998, PMC has over 22 years of field experience in social behavior change communication, impacting more than 50 countries around the world. PMC seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of Partnerships Officer. .

Job Description: Partnerships Officer
The Partnerships Officer will take charge of the PMC Uganda partnerships and business Development portfolio. S/ he will advance the exploration and development of new partnership collaborations with the objective of attracting new business for the PMC Uganda Country Office.

The Partnerships Officer will perform the following specific duties;
• Lead the development of PMC Uganda country's business development strategy.
• Lead the implementation of PMC Uganda country's business development strategy.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with actual and potential donors, communicate and advocate for PMC capabilities.
• Assist the PMC Uganda in developing contacts and networks with government agencies, donor agencies, and NGOs to foster mutual cooperation.
• Work with the PMC fundraising team to produce competitive proposals and fundraising initiatives.
• Expand and diversify PMC Uganda's portfolio in pursuit of building new strategic alliances and tapping into programme spaces to compliment other partners' efforts.
• The incumbent will ensure that the PMC Uganda Team is actively engaged in new business development, cognizant of donor trends and funding opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Desired Qualification and Competencies
The ideal applicant for the Partnerships Officer position should have the following qualifications and competencies:
• A Master's degree in business administration, public health, management, social sciences or the equivalent.
• At least six years' experience working in partnerships and business development in the NGO world.
• Previous experience working with international donors and key players.
• Knowledge of the country's population, health and social development sector in relation to current donor priorities.
• Solid communication skills Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• English language proficiency required.

Job Education: Not Specified

Job Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
To apply, submit a cover letter and CV via   not later than Monday 21st December 2020
Interviews for the shortlisted candidates will take place on 29th December 2020.
The successful candidate starts work on 4th January 2021.
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