Partnerships Manager

Role Summary 

The Partnerships Manager is responsible for securing and managing commercial sponsorships and partnerships to support the events and programs of Pride in Gloucestershire. This role requires strategic relationship-building and negotiation skills to ensure long-term partnerships that align with the charity’s mission and objectives. 

Duties 

• - Identify and approach potential sponsors and partners for events and programs. 
• - Develop sponsorship proposals and partnership agreements tailored to prospective partners’ needs. 
• - Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and partners to ensure long-term engagement. 
• - Collaborate with internal teams to deliver on partnership agreements and sponsorship commitments. 
• - Monitor the delivery of sponsorship benefits and ensure compliance with contracts. 
• - Act as the primary contact for sponsors and partners, addressing queries and providing updates. 
• - Report on partnership performance and sponsorship outcomes to the Head of Finance and Trustees. 
• - Assist in the development and execution of promotional campaigns to enhance sponsor visibility. 

Qualities Needed 

• - Strong commitment to the organisation, with excellent judgement and integrity. 
• - Proven experience in partnership management, sponsorship acquisition, or business development. 
• - Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to engage potential partners. 
• - Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and deadlines. 
• - Strategic thinking and creativity to align sponsorship opportunities with the charity’s mission. 
• - Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. 
• - Proactive and self-motivated, with a results-driven approach. 

General Requirements 

• - Be available for approximately 10-12 hours per week, with additional time during events. 
• - Be able to use Microsoft Teams and email communication effectively. 
• - Act independently of any other interests and declare any conflict of interests. 
• - Not have any convictions for fraud or dishonesty, never to have been made bankrupt, or disqualified from acting as a company director or charity trustee.