Compassion International Uganda

Strategic Alliances Specialist II

Compassion International Uganda

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: May 22, 2026 4 weeks ago 14 views

Job Description

PARTNERSHIPS & STRATEGIC ALLIANCES SPECIALIST JOB OPPORTUNITY

A faith-based humanitarian organization is seeking a qualified professional to support and strengthen strategic partnerships that advance the organization’s mission of helping vulnerable children and communities.
The role focuses on building and managing strategic alliances with organizations, institutions, donors, and other stakeholders to create sustainable and impactful ministry partnerships.

JOB SUMMARY

The Partnerships & Strategic Alliances Specialist will:
  • Develop and manage strategic partnerships.
  • Support collaboration frameworks and partnership initiatives.
  • Build relationships with institutions and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to resource mobilization and partnership growth.
  • Support innovation, learning, and ministry expansion opportunities.
The successful candidate will work independently on moderately complex projects and may support or coach other specialists.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategic Partnerships & Alliances
  • Support the organization’s strategy for partnerships and alliances.
  • Conduct environmental scans and organizational positioning analyses.
  • Track partnership achievements and strategic performance indicators.
  • Identify and develop mutually beneficial collaborations.

2. Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strong partner relationships.
  • Understand partner goals, priorities, and success metrics.
  • Coordinate documentation and sharing of partnership information internally.
  • Strengthen long-term strategic engagement with partners.

3. Partnership Development

  • Develop partnerships with:
    • Learning institutions
    • Donors
    • Churches
    • Sponsors
    • Community organizations
  • Support proposal development and feasibility studies.
  • Contribute to innovation programs and resource mobilization initiatives.

4. Networking & Representation

  • Participate in consortiums, councils, and professional forums.
  • Build networks and identify funding or collaboration opportunities.
  • Promote the organization’s mission and partnership capabilities.
  • Support thought leadership initiatives within the nonprofit sector.

5. Child Protection & Christian Values

  • Advocate for child protection and child welfare.
  • Uphold the organization’s Christian mission and values.
  • Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • Support ministry activities through prayer and Christian conduct.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Social Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Project Management
  • Resource Mobilization
  • Or a related field

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in:
    • Partnerships
    • Strategic alliances
    • Resource mobilization
    • Project coordination
    • NGO or humanitarian work
Equivalent education, training, or certifications may substitute for some experience requirements.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Professional Skills
  • Partnership management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Proposal writing
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Project coordination
Core Competencies
  • Strong communication skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership potential
Faith & Culture
  • Personal relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Commitment to Christian values and child protection
  • Ability to represent the organization professionally

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • Standard office environment
  • Sitting, standing, or walking up to 8 hours daily

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  • Up to 10% travel may be required

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply through the official application link provided in the original job advert.




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Compassion International Uganda

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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: External Website