Specialist Strategic Partnerships

Specialist, Strategic Partnerships

• Project Management: Overseeing projects initiated by the CEO, ensuring timely execution and tracking progress
• Research: Conducting research on topics that raise by the CEO
• Reporting, tracking and follow up-s: Compiling reports once required, develop tracking documents for projects, providing the CEO with timely updates and addressing any roadblocks/risks
• Event engagements: engaging with major corporate events, CEO-level meetings, conferences, delegations
• External Relations: Building and maintaining relationships with EDGE’s main stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, partners, Or on other high-profile events and engagements as needed
• Public Relations and Media: engaging with EDGE corporate communications team on high-level media engagements, speeches, quotes, press releases and public appearances for the CEO Also to work closely with communication teams and external relevant parties to ensure the accuracy of the information and required approvals for any kind of announcements
• Relationship Building: Act as the primary point of contact for all local partnerships, ensuring positive and productive engagements
• Partnerships plan: Identify key opportunities for collaboration that align with the company’s mission and growth objectives
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with internal departments/teams (ex: marketing/ operations/ product development) to ensure seamless execution of partnership initiatives (ex: events/conferences/reports)
• Negotiation and Partnership Agreements/approvals: Negotiate and structure partnership (agreements/Or MOUs) with local entities, ensuring they are mutually beneficial and aligned with strategic goals
• Regular reporting: Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership that re-presents EDGE-Local partnership status and performance

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Certification in Project Management, Business Development, or Strategic Partnerships (optional but beneficial).

• 3-5 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or account management.
• Proven track record of managing and nurturing strategic relationships with partners, clients, or stakeholders.
• Experience working in industries relevant to the business is a plus.

• Strong Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate mutually beneficial agreements and manage complex partner relationships.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to build, maintain, and deepen relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze market trends, assess opportunities, and develop long-term strategies to drive growth and partnerships.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to executives and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Strong team player who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams