SayPro Job Description
Position Title: Strategic Partnerships Officer (SCSPR-17 – TVET Infrastructure Development)
Department: SayPro Strategic Partnerships Office
Reporting To: Manager – TVET Colleges Strategic Partnerships
Location: SayPro Head Office / Hybrid
Project Code: SCSPR-17
Position Overview
SayPro employees working under SCSPR-17 are tasked with supporting the development, documentation, and facilitation of strategic infrastructure partnerships across TVET colleges. They ensure timely information flow, partner engagement, and project alignment with SayPro’s strategic goals. A core part of their function involves the use of digital tools, particularly the SayPro Strategic Partnership Portal, to manage project data, communications, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
1. Digital Engagement & Reporting
- Log into the SayPro Strategic Partnership Portal daily via www.saypro.org to:
- Update project milestones.
- Upload partnership documents (MOUs, concept notes, site assessments).
- Record stakeholder interactions and engagement statuses.
- Track progress of infrastructure proposals and feasibility reports.
2. Partnership Identification & Support
- Assist in identifying new strategic partners from the public, private, and donor sectors.
- Research partnership opportunities aligned with SayPro’s TVET modernization goals.
- Contribute to the development of concept notes, proposal decks, and donor submissions.
3. Fieldwork & Infrastructure Assessments
- Participate in site visits to assess the condition and needs of targeted TVET campuses.
- Compile data on building conditions, capacity gaps, and safety requirements.
- Support technical consultants in gathering architectural and engineering inputs.
4. Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with college principals, municipal officers, funders, and community representatives.
- Schedule and document meetings, roundtables, and field consultations.
- Ensure consistent communication with all stakeholders throughout SCSPR-17’s project lifecycle.
5. Data Entry, Analysis & Knowledge Management
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all activities related to SCSPR-17.
- Contribute to the development of monthly reports and dashboards for internal and external review.
- Use AI-powered tools (when trained) for thematic analysis and opportunity scanning.
Key Competencies & Skills
- Strong digital literacy; comfort navigating web platforms and portals.
- Basic knowledge of infrastructure planning, TVET systems, or education partnerships.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
- Team player with ability to work under limited supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Public Administration, Education, or a related field.
- Experience in project coordination or partnership development (1–2 years preferred).
- Prior involvement in TVET or infrastructure development projects is an advantage.
Performance Indicators
- Accurate and timely updates to the SayPro Strategic Partnership Portal.
- Number and quality of partner engagements documented.
- Contribution to monthly SCSPR-17 reports and meetings.
- Successful facilitation of site visits and stakeholder sessions.
SayPro’s Values in Practice
SayPro employees are expected to uphold the organization’s values of integrity, inclusivity, innovation, and impact in all aspects of their work, particularly when representing SayPro to strategic partners and community stakeholders.
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