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The Partnerships Manager will play a crucial role in advancing the mission of DRASA Health Trust by establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with donors, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders in the public health sector in Nigeria. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop compelling proposals and secure funding to support the organization’s initiatives and programs to improve public health outcomes in Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnerships strategy to identify and engage potential donors, funding agencies, and strategic partners in alignment with the organization’s mission and objectives
• Research, identify, and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including government agencies, bilateral and multilateral organizations, philanthropic foundations, corporations, and individual donors
• Lead the proposal development process from inception to submission, ensuring high-quality and competitive proposals that meet the requirements of potential donors
• Support the organization’s strategic objective to diversify funding sources
• Collaborate closely with program teams to understand project needs, objectives, and outcomes, and integrate this information into proposals and funding applications
• Manage relationships with existing donors and funding partners, ensuring timely reporting, communication, and compliance with requirements
• Identify strategic partners and networks to scale DRASA’s work and maintain relationships with existing partners, networks, consortia and coalitions
• Stay informed about emerging trends, funding opportunities, and policy developments in the public health sector in Nigeria and globally
• Identify relevant meetings, conferences, and events to network with potential donors and partners and attend to represent DRASA and promote the organization’s work and impact
• Support and guide program staff in building partnerships, preparing funding proposals, and cultivating donor relationships
• Work closely with finance and senior management on financial forecasting and revenue generation
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop materials, reports, and presentations for donors and stakeholders, highlighting the organization’s achievements, impact, and funding needs

Role Type
Full Time

Location
Abuja, Nigeria

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Executive Assistant (EA) to provide strategic and operational support to the Managing Director (MD). The EA will act as a trusted partner, ensuring the smooth execution of the MD’s priorities by managing schedules, coordinating key activities, overseeing communications, and driving operational efficiency. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and an interest in Public Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the MD and internal/external stakeholders.
• Support the MD in planning and executing key initiatives and projects.
• Monitor project timelines, track progress, and provide updates to ensure goals are met.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, and minutes for meetings, ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Manage the MD’s calendar, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Handle travel arrangements, including itineraries, and logistics
• Support administrative tasks including facilitating payments, reimbursements, and inter-office support
• Liaise with team members and external partners to facilitate collaboration.
• Conduct research and provide insights to aid decision-making.
• Assist in preparing budgets, financial reports, and operational documents

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Health, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar role, preferably supporting senior executives.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft clear and concise reports or presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Zoho Projects.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Experience in the non-profit and public health sector is a strong advantage.

Role Type
Full Time

Location
Abuja, Nigeria

The Communications Officer will manage and disseminate information related to DRASA’s program activities across our key program areas. This role involves engaging with stakeholders to ensure that our results and impact are effectively communicated to the public and relevant parties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Position DRASA as a thought leader and expert in the field of public health through strategic communications.
• Develop case studies, reports, and success stories, to showcase the initiatives, achievements, and impact of DRASA’s work and events.
• Maintain relationships with media outlets and manage media inquiries related to DRASA’s program activities.
• Coordinate and manage media coverage to ensure consistent and accurate representation of DRASA’s work.
• Collaborate with government agencies, donors, and partners to communicate program outcomes and impact
• Develop and implement program communication strategies to promote DRASA’s program impact.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for communication-related inquiries and partnerships.
• Maintain a comprehensive archive of program communications materials and media coverage for reference and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related role.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor content to diverse audiences.
• Experience in developing and implementing communication strategies and plans for public health and/or nonprofit programs and activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working in the public health and nonprofit sector.
• Preferred: experience in communications for communicable diseases

Role Type
Full Time

Location
Abuja, Nigeria