General Manager Partnership & Networking at Mombasa County Public Service Board

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identifying potential partners based on the Corporation needs, goals, and current partnerships;
• Working with internal and external partners to develop new investment opportunities;
• Developing a balanced funding mix of donor sources and solicitation programs tailored to the needs of the Corporation that will enable it to attract, retain and motivate donors and fundraising volunteers;
• Using data analysis and market research to mobilize resources and identify opportunities for new partnerships;
• Establishing and nurturing strategic partnership relationships with new and ongoing strategic partners;
• Engaging and liaise with County Departments, National Government, international partners and other non-state actors in the process of policy formation to assist in projects related to the Corporation;
• Managing long-term relationships with partners and negotiating terms of partnership agreements to ensure that both parties are meeting their obligations and benefitting from the relationship;
• Developing economic, cultural and technical exchanges between Mombasa city with corresponding communities worldwide through Sister Cities initiatives;
• Evaluating the performance of existing partnerships in order to identify opportunities for improvement and resolving conflicts;
• Preparing partnership and networking directorate plans and budget as required.
• Developing marketing strategies and tactics to promote the partnership to stakeholders.
• Attending meetings, visiting partner institutions to discuss project activities and explore other collaborations.
• Maintaining collaboration and regular communication with strategic partners to ensure smooth and impactful collaboration.
• Assisting in negotiation and drafting of agreements with strategic partners.
• Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to develop, maintain and execute the Corporation’s plans.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field from a recognized University;
• Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage;
• Have had experience in senior management for a period of not less than five (5) years
• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable;
• Have knowledge and a clear understanding of intergovernmental relations and partnerships;
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

PERSONAL QUALITIES, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES IN ADDITIONAL TO THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.

• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Strategic and innovative thinking
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills
• Collaboration skills