Partnership Development Executive

Role Description The Partnership Development Executive at Strong Mama Spirit will focus on identifying, nurturing, and managing strategic partnerships that support the organization’s mission and growth. This part-time, hybrid role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a blend of on-site meetings and some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include researching potential partners, initiating outreach, scheduling and conducting introductory and follow-up meetings, and preparing partnership proposals and presentations. The role also involves coordinating collaboration activities, tracking partnership performance, maintaining accurate records in CRM or tracking tools, and working closely with internal teams to ensure successful implementation of joint initiatives. The executive will regularly analyze partnership outcomes, provide progress reports, and recommend improvements to strengthen and expand Strong Mama Spirit’s network.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills to assess partnership opportunities, evaluate performance data, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication, presentation abilities, and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess Business Planning capabilities to develop partnership strategies, create proposals, and align collaboration plans with organizational goals.
• Candidates should possess Project Management skills to coordinate partnership activities, manage timelines and deliverables, and ensure follow-through on agreed initiatives.
• Candidates should possess Sales skills to pitch partnership concepts, negotiate terms, and close mutually beneficial agreements.
• Relevant experience in partnership development, business development, or account management, ideally within wellness, community-focused, or mission-driven organizations.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities in a part-time capacity, and collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment in Dubai.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Comfort with using digital tools and platforms (e.g., CRM systems, online meeting tools, productivity software) to manage communication and track partnership activities.