Corporate Relations Coordinator at SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Full Time

SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria is currently seeking for application from qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of Corporate Relations Coordinator. interested and qualified applicants can apply via the details below

SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria (SOS CV Nigeria) is one of 136 Member Associations working under the umbrella of SOS Children’s Villages International, an international non-governmental social development organization. We have been active in Nigeria since 1973, with footprints across the country in: Isolo (Lagos State), Owu-Ijebu (Ogun State), Jos (Plateau State) Ibadan (Oyo State), Kaduna (Kaduna State) and Gwagwalada, (Federal Capital Territory).

We are seeking a skilled, reliable, efficient employee to join our growing organization in the capacity below:

Job Title: Corporate Relations Coordinator

Location: Lagos

Position Summary

• The corporate relations coordinator collaborates closely with the fund development team on maintaining and creating a positive relationship between donor relationship and management.
• The role is tasked with developing and improving the local and international image of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop ways to communicate organization objectives and identify potential donors.
• Servicing and maintaining work relationship between the organization and partners/donors.
• Reporting to the Fund development manager about activities that can affect the image of the organization.
• Develop work plan and coordinate the team in fundraising.
• Identifying and making contact with suitable corporate partners to secure funding and to develop effective partnership strategies.
• Manages corporate donors to develop and maintain steady streams of support for the organization.
• Works hand-in-hand with donors to achieve organizational goals and sustainable development.
• Solicit and cultivate new donors with a high level of professionalism.
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing donors.
• Lead and incorporate fundraising initiatives.
• Developing innovative strategies for long-term, short-term and mid-term goals between the organization and donors.
• Work closely with other members of the team in achieving organizational objectives.
• Has a strong understanding of SOS guidelines and adheres to the policies regarding donor relationship rules and responsibilities.
• Create awareness about the benefits and impact of organization association and partnership.
• Increase the visibility and understanding of SOS through effective communication and nurturing of corporate relationships.
• Plan and organize conferences, forums and staff engagement activities for donors in line with the organisation’s objectives.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• B.Sc / HND in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration, Corporate Relations, International Business Development, or a related field
• A Master’s Degree in a related field is an added advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in Corporate Relations in the NGO/iNGO sector
• A minimum of 3 years managerial experience in a related role
• Experience in Nigeria in a similar role
• Excellent Networking Skills
• Sound understanding of donor engagement and retention
• Understanding NGO`s operations, best practices and market trends.
• Knowledge of programmes in an NGO environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and networking skills.
• Good knowledge of Children`s rights
• Knowledge of relevant Nigerian legislation.
• Experience in Strategic Planning.

Application Closing Date
14th May, 2022.