Job Description

Purpose of Role

Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies South Africa (AGGP_SA) is committed to strengthening entrepreneurship ecosystems to enable sustainable, high-impact ventures that drive job creation and economic growth. The Lead: Strategic Partnerships & Orchestration will play a pivotal role in executing AGGP_SA's partnership strategy by designing, implementing, and institutionalising frameworks that unlock resources, expand reach, and amplify impact. This role requires a systems thinker with exceptional relationship management skills who can map, match, and mobilise ecosystem partners for transformative outcomes.

Objectives of Role

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & ECOSYSTEM ORCHESTRATION

Execute AGGP_SA's strategic partnerships engagement model. Identify, vet, and maintain a sustainable network of ecosystem partners across government, funders, investors, philanthropies, and entrepreneurial support organisations. Facilitate collaboration platforms that convene multi-stakeholder efforts and drive ecosystem-wide entrepreneurship development. Broker co-investments, joint ventures, and scaling partnerships that expand AGGP_SA's reach and impact.

GOVERNANCE & FRAMEWORKS

Develop and embed AGGP_SA's partnership frameworks, protocols, and SOPs. Manage strategic partnership risk through a risk register and mitigation plans. Ensure consistency, quality, and alignment of partnerships with AGGP_SA's vision, strategy, and Theory of Change.

PERFORMANCE & REPORTING

Monitor and report on the performance and value contribution of individual partnerships and the overall portfolio. Track emerging trends, opportunities, and gaps in the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Collaborate with Strategy & Performance to measure partnership impact against AGGP_SA goals.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

In collaboration with Head of Ecosystem Enablement, develop and manage the annual partnership budget. Drive financial discipline and accountability. Achieve annual co-resourcing targets

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

Partnership Value Creation Ecosystem Orchestration Governance & Risk Management Performance & Impact Measurement Financial Stewardship

Experience and Qualifications

Masters or appropriate Post Graduate qualification in Development Studies, Economics, Public Policy, Business or related field. Minimum 7-10 years' experience in partnership development, ecosystem building, or strategic stakeholder management. Proven track record in establishing partnerships across sectors, leading collaborations and managing multi-stakeholder relationships . Experience in governance, risk management, and partnership performance measurement.

Competencies

Strategic systems thinking with deep understanding of the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Strong convening, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Governance, risk management, and financial acumen. Proven ability to design and manage multi-stakeholder collaborations. * Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.