13 March 2020

Sponsorship and Partnership Manager

We are looking for a Sponsorship and Partnership Manager to join our global, multi-cultural, and virtual Secretariat team at WorldSkills International.

WorldSkills is movement that changes the lives of young people through skills. On the international level, 83 Member organizations that belong to WorldSkills reach two-thirds of the world’s population and create measurable impact at every level through skills development and promotion. We inspire young people to develop a passion for skills and pursuing excellence, through competitions and promotions. We develop skills through global training standards, benchmarking systems, and enhancing industry engagement. We influence industry, government, and educators through cooperation, building a global platform of skills for all.

The role

We are looking for a Sponsorship and Partnership Manager to join our global, multi-cultural, and virtual Secretariat team at WorldSkills International. As Sponsorship and Partnership Manager you will be part of the Sponsorship and Partnership department, working closely with the Director of Sponsorship and Partnership on all related activities.

Areas of responsibility and tasks

Research on potential new sponsors with minimal supervision
Proactive sponsorship acquisition, including initial contact, presentations, and negotiations with potential sponsors
Key account management of existing Global Partners of WorldSkills International
Proactive support for sponsors in activating sponsorship rights and benefits
Create, initiate and support new concepts and projects with sponsors
Collaborate with the Skill Competitions department and Competition Organizers on all matters linking skills competitions with sponsorship
Collaborate with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), international agencies, other stakeholders and Competition Organizers on all partnerships related matters
Support WorldSkills sponsors and partners in the lead up to and during events
Support the Director of Sponsorship and Partnership on all relevant matters

Profile, qualifications, experience

Bachelor’s degree (or diploma) or equivalent education
At least two years of experience in a similar role or position
A sound knowledge of marketing, branding, licensing, and merchandising
Experience in multicultural work environments
Fluency in business English is a must (additional languages are an advantage)
Excellent presentation skills
High intercultural and diplomatic competencies
Ability to maintain complete professionalism under high pressure
Ability to meet deadlines while addressing multiple requests
Ability to work unsupervised and in a virtual environment
A high attention to detail
A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Extremely competent with IT skills and ability to learn things quickly (experience in Salesforce is an advantage)
Willingness to travel frequently internationally and work evenings and weekends when required
Be a team player

What WorldSkills International offers

To work in a flexible, fast-moving environment
To work in a virtual office (home-office but international travels required)
To work for a global organization (with Members in 83 countries and regions)
A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and responsibilities

Please provide

Your current CV
Short statement demonstrating how you fit with “what we are looking for” in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us
Covering note providing availability, salary expectations (annual gross), any conditions of employment, and any other relevant information you would like to share with us

All applications are strictly confidential between the applicant and the Director Sponsorship and Partnership. Please send your application to Alexander Amiri, Director of Sponsorship and Partnership, by March 31. latest: alexander.amiri@worldskills.org