Manager, Partnerships and Donor Relations

Position Overview

The Manager, Partnerships and Donor Relations is responsible for managing and stewarding strategic partnerships with donors, foundations, corporates, government, and other stakeholders. This role ensures visibility and alignment of partnerships with Room to Read Tanzania's mission and programs. The Manager plays a critical role in strengthening donor relations, cultivating long-term collaborations, and positioning Room to Read Tanzania as a thought leader and partner of choice in foundational learning and girls' education in Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Development and Management

• Develop and implement the country partnership and donor relations strategy in alignment with Room to Read's global and regional strategies
• Develop and implement the country partnership and Government of Tanzania relations strategy in alignment with Room to Read's global and regional strategies, potentially aligned with Room to Read system integration learning agenda
• Identify, cultivate, and manage high-value relationships with donors, corporates, foundations, bilateral/multilateral agencies, and government institutions, including:
  • Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST)
  • President's Office - Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG)
  • Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE)
  • Zanzibar Institute of Education (ZIE)
  • Other educational institutions and agencies from mainland and island regions
• Represent Room to Read Tanzania in high-level external meetings, forums, and networks to advance partnerships

Employment Details

• Organization: Room to Read
• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary Currency: TZS
• Salary Period: Monthly
• Sector: Nonprofit and NGO