The Municipality Partnership Officer will play a pivotal role in fostering and maintaining relationships between the municipality and various stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, private sector partners, and community groups. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of municipal operations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple partnerships that drive the municipality’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partnership Development:
  • Identify and establish strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to support municipal programs and initiatives.
  • Negotiate partnership agreements and ensure mutual benefits are clearly defined and achieved.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all external partners, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.
  • Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and events to engage partners and foster collaboration.
• Project Management:
  • Oversee and coordinate partnership projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of partnerships and make recommendations for improvements.
• Policy and Compliance:
  • Ensure all partnerships comply with municipal policies, regulations, and legal requirements.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on the status of partnerships.
• Communication and Advocacy:
  • Develop and implement communication strategies to promote partnership initiatives and successes.
  • Advocate for the municipality’s interests in partnership discussions and negotiations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in partnership management, stakeholder engagement, or a related role, preferably within a government or public sector environment.
• Strong understanding of municipal operations, policies, and governance.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and partnerships simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and partnership management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with a variety of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations affecting municipal partnerships.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field

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