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Job Title:  Partnerships and Ecosystems Development Specialist  

Organisation: Enterprise Uganda (EUg)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Enterprise Foundation Limited (EUg) is a public-private institution designed to support the government in realising its objective of promoting the development of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) to become the primary vehicle for expanding production, providing sustainable jobs and enhancing economic growth.

Job Summary:   The position holder will be key in driving the organisation’s business development efforts including developing Strategic partnerships. cultivating relationships with partners. securing funding opportunities. and developing a vibrant ecosystem supporting the organization’s goals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and engage potential partners (corporations, Foundations, Governments, NGOs, academic institutions. etc.) that align with the organization’s mission.
• Buti and manage relationships with new and eating partners to create sustainable. long-term collaborations.
• Negotiate and structure partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefits and dear goals.
• Develop and implement partnership strategies to expand the organization’s network influence, and reach.
• Lead efforts to secure funding through a combination of grants. corporate partnerships. and other fundraising channels keeping a &rang focus on innovative revenue dreams
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising Strategy. including prospect identification. proposal writing, and partner Stewardship.
• Monitor and report on fundraising activities ensuring progress toward targets.
• Map the relevant ecosystems within the organization’s sector and identify key players, influencers and opportunities for collaboration in Uganda and the East African Region.
• Establish and manage networks of organizations. businesses, and individuals that share common interests and goals.
• Facilitate the development of partnerships that foster innovation and knowledge exchange within the sector
• Conduct market research and stakeholder mapping to identify emerging trends, opportunities. and competitive dynamics.
• Develop and maintain a Strategic plan for partnership and ecosystem development to align with organizational goals.
• Provide leadership and Strategic guidance in the identification and evaluation of new business opportunities.
• Work closely with senior management to develop business development priorities and align activities with the organization’s mission.
• Coordinate with internal teams (e.g.. communications. programs, finance) to ensure alignment in messaging. funding proposals, and partner engagement
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for management and external stakeholders on the progress of business development activities.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on belt practices for partnership biding. fundraising. and ecosystem development
• Create and implement systems and tools to track and manage relationships, proposals, and funding opportunities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Admistration, International Development, Business Management, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, fundraising, or partnership management, preferably in a non-profit or development-focused organisation
• Proven track record in identifying negotiating and managing Strategic partnerships and fundraising campaigns.
• Experience in ecosystem development and cross-sector collaboration is a plus.

Other skills and personal attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Ability to think strategically and analytically with a problem solving approach to identifying opportunities.
• Experience in project management inducing setting objectives, managing timelines. and coordinating teams.
• Knowledge of fundraising tools, platforms, and trends in the nonprofit sector
• Understand the relevant sector and Industry in which the organisation operates.
• self-motivated, and goal-oriented.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong negotiator and influencer.
• Collaborative team player with a Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to the organisation’s mission.

How to Apply:

Interested individuals should send their application and attach a deleted CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, address. a daytime telephone contact and names of 3 referees to the National Director, Profiles International (U) Ltd. via email to: profilesrecruitment28@gmail.com

Deadline: 28th February 2025.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more details, call +256781541383.

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