Partnership & Sponsorship Executive

About the role

Made By Nigerians is a community for Nigerian creators that connects them with audiences who value locally made products and services. It is hiring a full-time Partnership & Sponsorship Executive based in Lagos, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing some work from home. The person identifies, develops and manages strategic partnerships and sponsorships with brands, organizations and creators aligned with the community's mission.

Key responsibilities

• Prospect and pitch potential partners, and maintain strong relationships with existing sponsors
• Manage partnership pipelines from first contact through to agreement
• Collaborate with internal teams to design sponsorship packages and support marketing campaigns
• Coordinate partner involvement in events and community initiatives
• Plan and support events, track performance against targets, prepare reports and ensure partner deliverables are met

Required profile

• Relevant experience in partnership development, sponsorship sales or business development, preferably in creative, community or brand-focused environments
• Strong organizational and time management skills, able to handle several projects and deadlines in a hybrid setting
• Comfortable using basic productivity tools such as spreadsheets, presentations and CRM or tracking tools, and preparing performance reports
• Passion for Nigerian-made products, creator communities and local innovation; prior experience in Lagos-based networks is an advantage

Required skills

• Account management: building, nurturing and retaining long-term partner relationships
• Sales: prospecting, pitching, negotiating and closing partnership and sponsorship deals
• Event management and event planning
• Clear written and verbal communication, including presenting proposals