Senior Partnerships Manager
il y a 10 heures
Paris
The Paris Peace Forum (PPF) is a multi-stakeholder platform launched in 2018 that aims to respond to global challenges through, in particular, a large-scale annual event. Throughout the year, the Forum works to strengthen the governance of global commons such as climate, space or oceans, and to improve international management of global challenges, particularly those of digital and disruptive technologies. Its annual event, in November, brings together heads of state, government and international organizations, as well as leaders of civil society and the private sector, to discuss political initiatives and concrete projects, with an emphasis on the participation of the global South. The permanent secretariat team of the association, made up of a variety of multi-skilled profiles (diplomacy, public policy, communications, programming, operations, protocol, etc.), is currently looking for its future Senior Partnerships Manager to strengthen its fundraising department. This position reports to the Director of Partnerships, who leads a dynamic team responsible for raising public and private funds to finance the Paris Peace Forum’s budget. PPF's activities are supported by a range of companies, governments, international organizations and philanthropies. *Only applications with cover letter will be considered (see below) PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES The Partnerships Manager will be responsible for leading fundraising efforts with major corporations and international organizations, and for managing a portfolio of private-sector partners based in Europe, the United States, and countries of the global South. Prospecting: • Lead the development and implementation of the PPF’s fundraising strategy in high-potential, underexploited segments such as major French and international corporations;, • Contribute to the development and implementation of the PPF’s overall fundraising and partnership strategy;, • Identify new funding opportunities, in France and internationally, to support the PPF’s general budget, the annual event, interim events, or specific programs and initiatives;, • Lead the preparation and drafting of prospecting tools, documents, and pitch materials—such as brochures, briefing notes, and talking points—intended for the identified prospecting targets;, • Represent the PPF and lead prospecting efforts (missions, meetings, follow-ups) with a high degree of autonomy and, depending on the case, in close coordination with PPF leadership and the relevant teams;, • Prepare and support, when needed, PPF leadership and teams for high-level meetings in France and abroad;, • Draft detailed and tailored partnership proposals in close collaboration with the teams in charge of policy initiatives, programming, and other PPF functions;, • Define, negotiate, and formalize new partnership agreements and renewals in collaboration with PPF leadership and the relevant teams. Relationship management and partnership implementation: • Cultivate a portfolio of PPF partner organizations with the aim of implementing, deepening, and renewing partnerships with existing donors, in close collaboration with the relevant PPF teams., • Coordinate, internally within the PPF and externally, the implementation of benefits granted to portfolio partners, particularly in the months leading up to the annual event (speaking opportunities, partner sessions, visibility, etc.);, • Encourage and support, where relevant, the meaningful participation of these partners in PPF programs and initiatives, in close collaboration with PPF teams; Reporting: • Lead the drafting and submission of donor reports, in close collaboration with the relevant PPF teams;, • Coordinate the preparation and sending of tax receipts, where applicable, in collaboration with the finance and administrative departments. PROFILE • Substantial professional experience (8-10 years) in fundraising, business development, partnerships, or project and account management, ideally in an international context and with corporations;, • Bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in a relevant field;, • Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken) is essential;, • Excellent writing and editing skills;, • Comfortable with digital tools, including artificial intelligence. SKILLS & QUALITIES REQUIRED • Interest in international affairs, global issues, and diplomacy;, • Excellent interpersonal skills: able to manage complex relationships and projects;, • Versatile, organized, autonomous, and rigorous;, • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment: able to prioritize and meet tight deadlines;, • A collaborative team player. CONDITIONS Full-time contract (CDI), starting as soon as possible. Compensation: commensurate with experience. 50% reimbursement of: • luncheon vouchers;, • transport pass;, • the association’s health insurance scheme. The offices of the permanent secretariat of the Paris Peace Forum are located in Paris (15th arrondissement). It will be possible to telecommute for a maximum of 2 days per week, subject to approval by management. Through its recruitment policy, the Forum is committed to diversity. It assesses applications fairly and respects and promotes equal opportunities. It welcomes all singularities and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. The Paris Peace Forum is committed to preventing discrimination and promoting equal opportunities. All its positions are open to people with disabilities. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and remain open until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please send a CV and cover letter in English to job@parispeaceforum.org indicating: “Senior Partnerships Manager » in the subject line of the email. In the cover letter, you will identify the key challenges for the growth of the PPF, from a fundraising and partnerships perspective. Deadline : September 21st 2026.
