Partnership and Compliance Lead

Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, corporate entities, donors, and other key stakeholders aligned with the Gender Mobile Initiative’s mission.
• Support the implementation of partnership and engagement strategies that strengthen organizational visibility, positioning, and funding opportunities.
  
• Serve as the primary liaison for external partners, donors, and collaborators, fostering strong and professional relationships.
  
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring clear expectations, accountability, and alignment with organizational priorities.
  
• Represent the organization at stakeholder engagements, conferences, meetings, and collaborative forums where required.
  
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws, donor regulations, compliance requirements, and industry standards to ensure organizational adherence and accountability.
  
• Develop, review, and support the implementation of compliance policies, frameworks, and procedures across the organization.
  
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments to proactively identify and address compliance gaps and operational risks.
  
• Support the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and donor applications aligned with organizational priorities.
  
• Manage donor compliance processes, ensuring timely reporting, proper documentation, and adherence to grant agreements and funding requirements.
  
• Collaborate with program teams to track project deliverables, outputs, and outcomes linked to donor-funded initiatives.
  
• Support the development of systems for monitoring and evaluating the impact and effectiveness of partnerships and compliance efforts.
  
• Prepare regular reports on partnership activities, donor engagement, compliance status, and strategic outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Collaborate with the Communications team to document and highlight partnership milestones, organizational achievements, and impact stories.
  
• Provide guidance, training, and technical support to staff on partnership management, donor compliance, and organizational policies.
  
• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal systems, improve operational processes, and enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
  
• Stay informed on emerging trends, best practices, and innovations in partnership development, donor engagement, and compliance management.
  
• Perform other related duties that support the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification or relevant certification in compliance, partnerships, grant management, or project management is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in partnership management, donor relations, compliance, grant management, or strategic stakeholder engagement within a nonprofit, development, or social impact organization.
• Strong understanding of donor compliance requirements, partnership management, risk management, and organizational governance practices.
  
• Experience in grant proposal development, donor reporting, and managing institutional partnerships.
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and build strategic relationships.
  
• Close attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
  
• A proactive mindset, a strong sense of accountability, and a demonstrated commitment to social impact and mission-driven work.