Senior Partnerships Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest of Albert Einstein. The organization operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on responding to the world's most severe humanitarian crises. The IRC's mission is to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a workforce dedicated to delivering lasting impact, the IRC aims to help millions regain control of their futures and strengthen their communities, embodying a force for humanity.

Job Overview:
The Senior Partnerships Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the Sudan West Response by developing, managing, and maintaining robust partnerships with various stakeholders in accordance with the IRC’s Partnership Excellence for Equality and Results System (PEERS) policy and donor regulations. This position is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality partnerships with local actors, ensuring compliance with IRC and donor requirements, and achieving quality services and outcomes for the communities served. The role requires close collaboration with programs, grants, and operations departments to align the partnership approach with IRC’s guiding principles of equality, complementarity, mutuality, solidarity, results-orientation, and humility. The Senior Partnerships Manager reports directly to the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Deputy Director of Programs, emphasizing the importance of effective partnership management in humanitarian efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Partnerships Manager is responsible for a comprehensive set of duties that include promoting effective and respectful partnerships by applying the IRC’s PEERS system, fostering a culture of collaboration among field staff and partners, and facilitating systematic partner feedback. The role involves managing the partnership process from identification and development to risk management, project agreement development, sub-award management, and closure. Key responsibilities include conducting partner identity and background reviews, coordinating partnership capacity analyses, and ensuring compliance with project and donor requirements. The manager will also promote partner collaboration in design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, participate in program monitoring, and provide coaching and training to partners. Additionally, the role requires maintaining organized partnership files, updating internal systems for data management, and liaising with various IRC departments to ensure effective partnership management.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Senior Partnerships Manager position must possess a strong understanding of project management principles throughout the project lifecycle, including budgeting and financial reporting. Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to manage diverse relationships in a multicultural environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in IT skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required, along with the ability to travel as needed. Fluency in English is mandatory, and candidates should have at least four years of experience in grant or contract management, including business development.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Senior Partnerships Manager position typically includes a degree in a relevant field such as international relations, development studies, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees may be preferred, particularly for candidates seeking to demonstrate a deeper understanding of humanitarian principles and project management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of relevant experience in grant or contract management, with a focus on managing partnerships with local and international organizations, government entities, and the private sector. Candidates should have experience in building and maintaining relationships with senior staff across various teams and functions, including those based in different geographical locations. A genuine interest in collaborating with local partners for effective humanitarian responses is essential, along with a demonstrated commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in humanitarian settings.

Languages:
Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement for this position. While English proficiency is essential, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the regions in which the IRC operates.

Additional Notes:
The Senior Partnerships Manager position is likely to be a full-time role, with no direct management responsibilities during the current period. The role may involve travel to IRC partners’ implementation locations for capacity development, training, and monitoring purposes. The IRC emphasizes the importance of adhering to professional standards and core values, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability. The organization is committed to creating a safe environment for its employees and clients, enforcing policies on safeguarding, conflicts of interest, and fiscal integrity.