SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria (SOS CV Nigeria) is one of 136 Member Associations working under the umbrella of SOS Children’s Villages International, an international non-governmental social development organization. We have been active in Nigeria since 1973, with footprints across the country in: Isolo (Lagos State), Owu-Ijebu (Ogun State), Jos (Plateau State) Ibadan (Oyo State), Kaduna (Kaduna State) and Gwagwalada, (Federal Capital Territory).
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Corporate Relations Coordinator
Location: Lagos
Position Summary
- The corporate relations coordinator collaborates closely with the fund development team on maintaining and creating a positive relationship between donor relationship and management.
- The role is tasked with developing and improving the local and international image of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Develop ways to communicate organization objectives and identify potential donors.
- Servicing and maintaining work relationship between the organization and partners/donors.
- Reporting to the Fund development manager about activities that can affect the image of the organization.
- Develop work plan and coordinate the team in fundraising.
- Identifying and making contact with suitable corporate partners to secure funding and to develop effective partnership strategies.
- Manages corporate donors to develop and maintain steady streams of support for the organization.
- Works hand-in-hand with donors to achieve organizational goals and sustainable development.
- Solicit and cultivate new donors with a high level of professionalism.
- Maintaining strong relationships with existing donors.
- Lead and incorporate fundraising initiatives.
- Developing innovative strategies for long-term, short-term and mid-term goals between the organization and donors.
- Work closely with other members of the team in achieving organizational objectives.
- Has a strong understanding of SOS guidelines and adheres to the policies regarding donor relationship rules and responsibilities.
- Create awareness about the benefits and impact of organization association and partnership.
- Increase the visibility and understanding of SOS through effective communication and nurturing of corporate relationships.
- Plan and organize conferences, forums and staff engagement activities for donors in line with the organisation’s objectives.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- B.Sc / HND in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, Corporate Relations, International Business Development, or a related field
- A Master’s Degree in a related field is an added advantage
- At least 5 years’ experience in Corporate Relations in the NGO/iNGO sector
- A minimum of 3 years managerial experience in a related role
- Experience in Nigeria in a similar role
- Excellent Networking Skills
- Sound understanding of donor engagement and retention
- Understanding NGO`s operations, best practices and market trends.
- Knowledge of programmes in an NGO environment.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills.
- Good knowledge of Children`s rights
- Knowledge of relevant Nigerian legislation.
- Experience in Strategic Planning.
Application Closing Date
14th May, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
