Partnerships & Resource Development Manager
| Published | July 7, 2026 |
| Expires | July 31, 2026 |
| Location | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Category | Management |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
Description
About the Job
The Partnerships and Resource Development Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that strengthen Little Lions' financial sustainability, strategic partnerships, donor relationships, volunteer engagement, and community presence. The role focuses on securing funding, cultivating long-term relationships with donors and implementing partners, growing the organisation's monthly donor/subscriber network, and representing Little Lions externally to increase visibility and impact.
The incumbent will work collaboratively across all departments to ensure that fundraising efforts, partnership development, communications, and stakeholder engagement contribute to the organisation's strategic objectives and long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Resource Development
Donor Relations and Stewardship
Strategic Partnerships
Community Engagement and Volunteer Management
Events and Stakeholder Engagement
Communications and Marketing Support
Monitoring, Reporting and Administration
Risk Mitigation and Governance
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Preferred
Postgraduate qualification in Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, or Business Development.
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years' experience in fundraising, donor relations, partnership development, or resource mobilisation.
Demonstrated success in grant writing and securing institutional funding.
Experience working within the non-profit sector.
Experience managing stakeholder relationships.
Event management experience is advantageous.
Knowledge and Skills
Grant proposal writing
Relationship management
Corporate fundraising
Donor stewardship
Strategic networking
Excellent written communication
Presentation and facilitation skills
Budget development
Project coordination
CRM/database management
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency
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