Job Description
GENERAL MANAGER PARTNERSHIPS & NETWORKING - JOB REF NO.
MIC/002/2023. ONE (1) POST
Terms of Service - contract for a term of five (5) years and may be eligible for
reappointment subject to acceptable performance.
Duties & Responsibilities
i. Identifying potential partners based on the Corporation needs, goals, and current
partnerships;
ii. Working with internal and external partners to develop new investment opportunities;
iii. Developing a balanced funding mix of donor sources and solicitation programs tailored to
the needs of the Corporation that will enable it to attract, retain and motivate donors and
fundraising volunteers;
iv. Using data analysis and market research to mobilize resources and identify opportunities
for new partnerships;
v. Establishing and nurturing strategic partnership relationships with new and ongoing
strategic partners;
vi. Engaging and liaise with County Departments, National Government, international partners
and other non-state actors in the process of policy formation to assist in projects related to
the Corporation;
vii. Managing long-term relationships with partners and negotiating terms of partnership
agreements to ensure that both parties are meeting their obligations and benefitting from the
relationship;
vii. Developing economic, cultural and technical exchanges between Mombasa city with
corresponding communities worldwide through Sister Cities initiatives;
ix. Evaluating the performance of existing partnerships in order to identify opportunities for
improvement and resolving conflicts;
x. Preparing partnership and networking directorate plans and budget as required.
xi. Developing marketing strategies and tactics to promote the partnership to stakeholders.
xii. Attending meetings, visiting partner institutions to discuss project activities and explore
other collaborations.
xiii. Maintaining collaboration and regular communication with strategic partners to ensure
smooth and impactful collaboration.
xiv.Assisting in negotiation and drafting of agreements with strategic partners.
xv. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to develop, maintain and execute the
Corporation’s plans.
Requirements for appointment
i. Be a Kenyan citizen;
ii. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field from a recognized University;
iii. Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage;
iv. Have had experience in senior management for a period of not less than five (5) years
v. Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable;
vi. Have knowledge and a clear understanding of intergovernmental relations and
partnerships;
vii. Proficiency in computer applications
viii. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
PERSONAL QUALITIES, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES IN ADDITIONAL TO THE
ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.
i. Leadership skills
ii. Communication skills
iii. Strategic and innovative thinking
iv. Interpersonal skills
v. Ability to mobilize resources
vi. Negotiation skills
vii. Collaboration skills