Partnerships Manager

New Energy Nexus () is an international not-for-profit organization that supports clean energy entrepreneurs with funds, business acceleration and access to networks. We started in California and have expanded operations into China, India, Uganda, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and Philippines.

Our mission is to support diverse entrepreneurs to drive innovation and build equity in the global clean energy economy. Our goal is to support 100,000 startups to succeed by 2030 – a decisive decade in our collective struggle with climate change. With our network, we directly boost hundreds of entrepreneurs annually while uplifting thousands more. Through our global network, we directly boost hundreds of entrepreneurs annually while uplifting thousands more. Since 2004,

New Energy Nexus started in Southeast Asia to build an ecosystem of clean energy entrepreneurs working on solutions to address this regional energy growth and the climate change situation. New Energy Nexus launched its Philippines program in 2019. We support energy entrepreneurs to create new innovative energy startups that will help to build the nation’s clean energy economy.

About the Role

As Partnerships Manager, you will develop and nurture partnerships that advance storytelling and outreach, build relationships that could potentially lead to follow-on opportunities for NEX PH and program alumni, and plan events that showcase the clean energy entrepreneurs we support.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Philippines Country Director, you will collaborate cross-functionally with the Philippines team at New Energy Nexus and external partners to:

• Scope out, negotiate and finalize partnerships with partners and funders whose mission align with New Energy Nexus
• Grow a network of business development partnerships for potential follow-on funding / pilot / demonstration opportunities for early-stage entrepreneurs (e.g. Venture Capital firms, Government contacts, Social-impact Investors, Mentors, Utilities, Developers, Corporations, Universities, Hospitals, and general connections to resources) in collaboration with program staff.
• Organize regular investor pitch events (online or in-person) in coordination with the programs team including space, sponsor, keynote speakers etc. with the aim of getting clean energy startups from our programs exposure to potential business partners.
• Develop and follow-up on innovative proposals for partners and funders to enable New Energy Nexus Philippines to support more startups in clean energy sectors
• Cultivate and nurture strategic partnerships to help drive equity and diversity into outreach and marketing initiatives with the aim of increasing the diversity of applicants.
• Execute innovative collaboration and partnership programs with partners and funders
• Organize and maintain a CRM system.
• Represent New Energy Nexus Philippines at industry events and meetings with stakeholders

We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience in partnership management, community building, or other external-facing strategic role.

This is an ideal role for someone who:

•  Has experience with partnership strategy development, partnership agreements, and events management
• Is an organized go-getter with expert networker skills to execute and innovate in a fast-paced environment
• Is a multi-tasker with strong project management skills, who can juggle internal and external relationships with a high level of strategy and professionalism
• Is a natural investigator with a growth mindset with an ability to find who to contact in a complex organization
• Is collaborative, professional and personable, and has a history of cultivating productive relationships
• Has a positive outlook with excellent communication skills, who can bring strategy to ambiguous circumstances
• Has an existing network in clean energy, innovation, or entrepreneurship; understands the clean energy commercialization landscape

Compensation is competitive for the market the candidate is based in. Applicable benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays and insurance will depend on the location of the selected candidate.

New Energy Nexus values and celebrates diversity among our employees and in our movement and knows that’s the way we’re going to win big. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, family/marital status or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

How to Apply

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