About GCNS:

The UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS) is the national lead agency promoting corporate sustainability. As the local chapter of the United Nations Global Compact – the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative –   we work closely with companies to align strategies and operations with universal principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and take action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through various platforms for multi-stakeholder engagement and collective action, we advance the stewardship of sustainable business practices and Singapore’s national agenda of becoming a regional sustainable business hub.

We are an ambitious team, energised behind our mission to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business and deliver the SDGs by 2030.

Position Summary

The Manager of Partnerships will work closely with the leadership team and programme leads to develop new or extend existing partnerships. She/he is responsible for leading, identifying, and developing new business opportunities and collaborations for GCNS. She/he should be solution and outcome-focused, with a natural aptitude for stakeholder engagement and management.

We’re looking for an agile individual who can readily assume new responsibilities, actively listen to stakeholders, and employ innovative approaches towards designing and presenting win-win solutions. We seek someone genuinely keen to make a positive impact, and capable of considering short, medium, and long-term perspectives when pursuing outcomes. If you are passionate about building partnerships and developing new ventures to drive positive impact, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

• Identify local business and ecosystem needs to develop and execute new, differentiated products and services for GCNS in support of our mission and strategy.
• Nurture strategic relations with local ecosystem stakeholders, including government agencies, industry associations, NGOs, and academic institutions, to further GCNS’ mission, strengthen its GCNS’ local presence market position, and scale activities 
• Expand existing partnerships for training and capacity-building
• Internally, within GCNS, look across the business to find revenue generation, growth, and improvement opportunities
• Originator of new ideas and content to support GCNS thought leadership and point-of-views
• Strengthen collaborative relationships with the United Nations Global Compact, affiliate networks, and other international partners.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong team player who can collaborate effectively within a small dynamic team.
• Entrepreneurial with a  can-do attitude.
• Shares our passion in  supporting business transformation to be more sustainable Exhibits curiosity and a continuous desire to learn.

Job Requirements

• Minimum seven years of relevant working experience in partnerships/business development
• Strong familiarity and network within the sustainability ecosystem and national agency players in Singapore
• Proven track record in project management, including new programme identification, design, development, scheduling, and execution, as well as oversight of P&L.
• Strong organisational capabilities and ability to innovate and seamlessly work with teams focused on execution.
• Experience in building networks and communities. 
• Good analytical thought process and business acumen, matched by the ability to consider financial and non-financial bottom lines for critical stakeholders, anticipate issues, and offer ideas for resolution.
• Public speaking and facilitation would be an added plus.
• Having experience in curating curriculums is an added advantage.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• 13^th month salary
• Performance bonus
• A progressive and dynamic work culture that offers flexibility in work arrangements and recognition schemes
• A learning and growth-oriented work culture with ample professional development opportunities
• A community environment of awesome people to work with, five days a week
• An international network through the UN Global Compact local networks and other UN agencies