Corporate Engagement & Partnerships Manager

Leads the development and execution of corporate partnership and fundraising strategies to drive sustainable revenue growth, strategic collaborations, and long-term partner engagement for World Vision Malaysia. This role is accountable for achieving corporate fundraising targets, building high-value partnerships, and leading a team to deliver impactful and scalable engagement initiatives that advance the organization's mission.

Key responsibilities

1. Corporate Partnership Strategy & Growth

• Develop and drive the corporate partnerships strategy aligned with organizational priorities and revenue targets.

• Identify, prioritize, and secure high-value corporate partnerships, foundations, and strategic collaborators.

• Build a strong pipeline of potential partners and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.

• Position World Vision Malaysia as a preferred CSR partner through compelling value propositions and impact storytelling.

2. Fundraising Leadership & Revenue Accountability

• Own and deliver annual corporate fundraising targets (revenue, acquisition, retention).

• Lead and optimize fundraising channels including Face-to-Face (F2F), Telemarketing, Roadshows, and corporate campaigns.

• Oversee campaign planning, budgeting, and performance tracking to ensure strong ROI.

• Drive continuous improvement in fundraising strategies, channel effectiveness, and cost efficiency.

3. Strategic Stakeholder Management

• Build and manage relationships with senior corporate stakeholders, major donors, and partners.

• Lead high-level presentations, negotiations, and partnership discussions.

• Ensure strong partner stewardship through impactful reporting, engagement, and recognition initiatives.

• Represent World Vision Malaysia in external forums, CSR engagements, and networking platforms.

4. Performance Management & Insights

• Track, analyse, and report on partnership performance, campaign outcomes, and revenue growth.

• Translate data into actionable insights to improve strategy and execution.

• Ensure high standards of reporting, CRM management, and data integrity.

• Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to leadership.

5. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, coach, and develop team members (Senior Executives / Executives) to achieve performance targets.

• Set clear expectations, KPIs, and accountability standards within the team.

• Build a high-performance culture focused on results, ownership, and continuous improvement.

• Support talent development, succession planning, and capability building within the function.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Digital, Communications, Programmes, and Finance teams to align partnership initiatives with organizational goals.

• Drive integrated campaigns that maximize engagement, visibility, and fundraising impact.

• Contribute to organizational initiatives and transformation efforts.

Qualifications & experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in corporate fundraising, business development, partnerships, or sales.

• Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and securing high-value partnerships.

• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams.

• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficient in written and spoken English and Mandarin.

• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Core competencies

• Strategic Partnership Development

• Fundraising & Business Acumen

• Leadership & Team Development

• Stakeholder Influence & Negotiation

• Data-Driven Decision Making

• Results Orientation & Accountability

Performance indicators

• Achievement of corporate fundraising revenue targets

• Growth in number, value, and quality of partnerships secured

• Partner retention and satisfaction levels

• Effectiveness and ROI of fundraising channels and campaigns

• Team performance and capability development

• Contribution to organizational growth and strategic initiatives

Expression of Interest

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