Partnerships Officer at Zedvance Finance Limited

Zedvance Finance Limited is Nigeria’s leading non-bank digital finance company. We are committed to providing tech-enabled consumer and business financing solutions in the most efficient and convenient manner while ensuring best-in-class customer service.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Partnerships Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Reports To: Business Manager, Partnerships Financing

Job Summary

• The Partnerships Officer will be instrumental in identifying, developing, and nurturing strategic relationships with external organizations to drive business growth and expand our reach.
• This role focuses on supporting the overall partnerships strategy, identifying new collaboration opportunities, and managing existing partner relationships to ensure mutual success and alignment with our business objectives.
• The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent communication skills, and have a foundational understanding of partnership development and management.

Responsibilities
Partnership Identification & Outreach:

• Conduct market research to identify potential partners whose objectives align with our business goals.
• Assist in the initial outreach to prospective partners, preparing introductory materials and presentations.
• Maintain an updated database of potential and existing partners.

Relationship Management:

• Support the Business Manager in managing day-to-day relationships with existing partners.
• Act as a point of contact for routine partner inquiries and provide timely assistance.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings between partners and internal stakeholders.

Support & Coordination:

• Assist in the preparation of partnership proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Help track partnership performance metrics and contribute to regular reporting on partnership effectiveness.
• Facilitate internal communication and collaboration between relevant departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Legal, Product) and our partners.
• Ensure all partnership documentation (agreements, MOUs, etc.) is properly filed and accessible.

Market Intelligence:

• Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscapes, and new partnership models that could benefit the organization.
• Provide insights on partner feedback and market opportunities to the Business Manager.

Administrative Support:

• Manage correspondence, calendars, and other administrative tasks related to partnership activities.
• Assist in organizing partnership-focused events or campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in a business development, sales support, account management, or administrative role, preferably within a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Experience in the financial services or technology sector is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough research and analyze data to identify opportunities.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and task completion.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Must have skills:

• Excellent communication skills
• Relationship management
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Problem-solving Data and reporting
• Market and industry awareness

Application Closing Date
21st November, 2025.