Partnership & Sponsorship Executive

About the company

Company Description Made By Nigerians is an audacious community built for Nigerian creators who capture demand and supply for locally-made and locally-inspired products and services. The organization focuses on elevating Nigerian creativity, encouraging collaboration, and connecting creators with audiences that value homegrown innovation. By fostering a supportive ecosystem, Made By Nigerians helps creators grow sustainable ventures rooted in local culture and craftsmanship. Team members join a mission-driven environment that celebrates originality, community impact, and the future of Nigerian-made brands. Role Description The Partnership & Sponsorship Executive is a full-time role based in Lagos, with a hybrid work arrangement that allows for some work-from-home flexibility. In this role, the individual will identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships and sponsorships with brands, organizations, and creators that align with the community’s mission. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and pitching potential partners, maintaining strong relationships with existing sponsors, and managing partnership pipelines from initial contact to agreement. The Executive will collaborate with internal teams to design sponsorship packages, support marketing campaigns, and coordinate partner involvement in events and community initiatives. The role also involves planning and supporting events, tracking performance against targets, preparing reports, and ensuring that partner deliverables and obligations are met. Qualifications

Requirements

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to present proposals confidently.
• Candidates should possess Account Management skills to build, nurture, and retain long-term relationships with partners and sponsors.
• Candidates should possess Sales skills, including prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing partnership and sponsorship opportunities.
• Candidates should possess Event Management and Event Planning skills to design and execute partner-related activations and community events.
• Relevant experience in partnership development, sponsorship sales, or business development, preferably within creative, community, or brand-focused environments.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with capacity to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a hybrid work setting.
• Comfort working with basic productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentations, CRM or tracking tools) and preparing performance reports.
• Passion for Nigerian-made products, creator communities, and supporting local innovation; prior experience in Lagos-based networks is an advantage.

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