Partnerships Manager

Salary scale of $3,200 - 3,500

About Zero Waste SG

Zero Waste SG (ZWSG) is an Institution of Public Character (IPC) and non-profit organisation leading Singapore’s transition towards a zero-waste, circular economy through education and advocacy. We engage all stakeholders, from individuals and schools to businesses and government to embed the 5Rs: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot into everyday life.

Guided by our four Focus Areas- (1) Food Waste, (2) Single-use Disposables, (3) Recycling At Source, and (4) Circularity Education - our campaigns and programmes drive real behaviour change to reduce waste and empower communities to actively shape Singapore’s zero-waste future.

Our nationwide campaigns include the widely recognised Bring Your Own (BYO) campaign, which fosters a reuse culture and reduces reliance on single-use disposables. Our latest campaign, Sort It Out, champions waste segregation at source, helping to increase recycling rates and minimise contamination.

About the Role: Partnerships Manager (Full-Time)

ZWSG is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual to join our partnerships arm to develop our contacts and networks. In this role, you will identify and secure high quality collaboration opportunities and manage existing relationships, cultivating them for higher level and deeper partnerships, to ensure sustainability of the organisation.

The role also sees you enacting the fundraising strategy of ZWSG. In addition, you may be asked to take on other tasks to hone your subject matter expertise on circularity, and to communicate this expertise to our stakeholders, as part of ZWSG’s advocacy role. Activities include conducting talks and workshops, organising campaigns, fundraising, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Management

- Environment scanning and reaching out to potential partners

- Building and nurturing partnerships which can be corporates, schools and/or Supporters on BYO Singapore network

- Managing the Volunteer Relations Strategy with the advocacy team

- Meeting and networking with partners via hybrid engagement modes (in-person/virtual meet-ups, conferences, panels)

- Implementation of the Donor Relations Strategy with the Partnerships lead

- Donor relationship management

Fundraising

- Implementation of the Financial Sustenance Strategy with the Partnerships lead

- Writing funding applications / pitching proposals and reports

- Maintaining and improving service engagement decks

Activities Coordination and Execution

- Working closely with the Campaigns and Advocacy team on the strategic direction of current campaigns to ensure impact and alignment with Zero Waste SG’s strategic pillars

- Direct outreach (conducting talks, workshops, engagements)

- Project management and implementation (for campaigns, one-off large projects, fundraising etc)

These roles and responsibilities should foremost be grounded by a sound understanding of

environmental issues especially in ZWSG’s focus areas, values, the organisation’s mission, and existing capabilities.

Requirements

- Personally aligns to the ideals and values of circularity and Zero Waste SG, and have a growth mindset.

- Based in Singapore (work from home unless you are involved in an in-person event)

- Passionate and interested in environmental sustainability issues and a self-starter who keeps up with current developments in this area

- Proven track record in client relationship management, including engaging senior management in companies or government agencies

- Track record in fundraising a bonus

- Excellent oral, written and communication skills required. Comfortable with public speaking

- Ability to work independently and in a team, as well as toggle between both

- Strong time management skills and able to manage multiple duties while adapting in a fast paced environment

- University degree preferred, in Business, Communication Studies or Environmental Science

Why Join Zero Waste SG

Climate changes issues, sustainability and sustainable development are one of the key issues for many countries and companies around the world. Zero Waste SG has been an agent of change for sustainability and circular economy for years in Singapore.

Join Zero Waste SG to help shape and impact the sustainability and circular economy lifestyle and mindset across Singapore.

How to Apply

To find out more or to send in your resume, email: admin@zerowastesg.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.