Partnerships & Development Executive (NGO) at HR On Wheels

HR-on-Wheels is a Human Resource consulting firm with focus to add value to the businesses of SMEs by emphazing the need to have a people strategy in place.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Partnerships & Development Executive (NGO)

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Hybrid, 3 days onsite
Organization: NGO

Role Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced Partnerships & Development Executive to drive strategic fundraising and institutional partnerships.
• This role requires a seasoned professional who can operate independently with minimal supervision and represent the organization at a high level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead high-level fundraising and donor engagement initiatives.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with universities, think tanks, and Institutes of African Studies worldwide.
• Identify, engage, and secure institutional donors and funding opportunities.
• Think strategically about long-term development growth and sustainability.
• Represent the organization publicly as a spokesperson when required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with academic and cultural institutions.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with 3 - 6 years experience.
• Proven experience in partnerships and development (training will not be provided).
• Previous experience working in a university, research institute, or similar intellectual/cultural institution is highly preferred.
• Strong background in high-level fundraising (not grassroots or charity-based).
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with academic and research institutions globally.
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident public representative with strong professional presence.

Salary
N250,000 Monthly + Commission.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2026.