Partnerships Manager Job Responsibilities:  

1. Partnership Projects and Grants 

• Writing proposals on behalf of Doko for projects in waste management and related  fields.  
• Actively look and apply for national and international grants openings that align  with our objectives and submit applications in coordination with the team.  
• Connect with relevant stakeholders in the development sector to establish  partnerships based on mutual interests in the sustainability and environmental  sector. 

2. Business Development 

• Waste management and recycling related services - Approach large scale waste  generators such as industries, corporate clients for our services 
• Approach Municipalities and Wards for offering technical support in executing  projects related to waste management in the valley and outside the valley. 
• Research and establish partnerships with relevant business entities based on  concept of ‘Extended Producers Responsibility’  
• Approach companies for CSR collaborations in the fields of environment, waste  management and recycling, awareness workshops.

3. Project Implementation 

• Lead ongoing and upcoming partnership projects (grants and non-grants) on behalf  of Doko Recyclers to execute projects as per agreed timeline. 
• Organize internal team efforts to get relevant support in terms of knowledge  transfer, brainstorming sessions for executions of different projects with results 
• Lead as the coordinators role for communication for successful implementation of  each project with the relevant stakeholders 
• Keep track of overall budget spending, plan the expenditures in detail, align with  multiple vendors for the activities of the project, keep track of invoices precisely  to compile for project reports. Track payments from-and-to relevant partners  associated with every project.  
• Travel to work site in the valley and outside valley to oversee projects progress,  plan activities as per project goals, and engage with the local community and  implementing partner.  
• Seek legal permission required for project implementation from relevant  government agencies.  
• Prepare the project progress report to be submitted to relevant stakeholders and  project donors. 

4. Planning & Reporting 

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual presentations to the BOD with focus areas  and targets for the Partnerships department including an evaluation of previous  performance.  
• Internal team monthly presentation for Partnerships team members with focus  areas and targets for the department including an evaluation of previous  performance.

Other Requirements/ Specification: 

• Has interest to work in a social venture, and seeks growth in this sector. 
• Proven working experience as a manager/team lead in current or past roles. 
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Communications, Public Relations, Journalism,  Marketing or related discipline will be well regarded. Master degree will be an added advantage. 
• Minimum of four years of experience in the relevant field. 
• Experience working with networks/membership organizations preferred.

What are we looking for?

• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.  
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively. 
• Strong attention to detail and plenty of initiative. 
• Energetic, flexible, and proactive; a team player who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical initiatives. 
• Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs. 
• Instinctively understands the needs of different audiences and easily adapts to meet them. 
• Well-honed leadership and management skills, demonstrating maturity and presence and building strong working relationships and rapport with colleagues.  
• Strong planning and organization skills 
• Strong facilitation skills; works with others in a collaborative and solutions-focused manner to achieve win-win outcomes. Has the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

What do we offer? 

• Work at a leading waste management company in Nepal. 
• Work and network with a diverse range of clients (hospitality sector, industries, corporate offices, educational institutions, etc.). 
• Experience in a challenging and leading role. 
• Work with a young and enthusiastic team.  
• Skills development in multiple disciplines. 
• Culture where your ideas and opinions are welcomed and encouraged.