Partnerships Manager

Manage partnership portfolio to enhance sub-grants management and partner effectiveness.

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Overview

Manage partnership portfolio to enhance sub-grants management and partner effectiveness.

You have:

  • BA degree or equivalent in International Development or Affairs, Finance, Business or related field; Advanced degree a plus – or equivalent work experience
  • Experience with I/NGOs (desired)
  • Demonstrated successful experience working with partners
  • Knowledge of key donor rules and regulations (in particular U.S. Government, SIDA, and ECHO)
  • Highly organized, close attention to detail, and ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a fluid environment
  • English knowledge: at least upper-intermediate
  • Ability to work well independently but also coordinate with other teams
  • Willingness to travel frequently to field offices and partner locations
  • Very strong computer skills

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully built a partnership with another organization? This question assesses your experience and approach in building collaborative partnerships. Cite specific examples highlighting the process, challenges, and outcomes.
How do you ensure compliance with donor regulations in partnership management? The interviewer wants to gauge your understanding of donor rules and compliance measures. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to manage conflicting priorities. How did you handle it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you facilitate effective feedback and communication with partners? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to foster a culture of partnership within teams? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share your experience working in a matrix organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you maintain organized documentation for partnerships? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss your willingness to travel for work, and how you manage such travel effectively. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 10 months ago - Updated 9 months ago - Source: rescue.org