Manager: Sponsorships

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Sponsorship strategy
Proposal development
Relationship management
** Absa Bank is seeking a Sponsorship Manager to oversee the entire sponsorship lifecycle, including strategy development, proposal creation, relationship management, and performance reporting. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in business development, negotiation, and stakeholder management, with a background in sponsorship or marketing. **

Job Summary

  • The Sponsorship Manager is responsible for driving the end-to-end sponsorship lifecycle, including strategy, proposal development, relationship management, activation, and performance reporting.
  • This role supports the development of annual sponsorship plans, budgets, and commercial forecasts with Absa Business Units.
  • The position requires managing sponsor onboarding, ensuring deliverables are fulfilled, and maintaining accurate sponsorship records.

Matching Summary

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** Absa Bank is seeking a Sponsorship Manager to oversee the entire sponsorship lifecycle, including strategy development, proposal creation, relationship management, and performance reporting. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in business development, negotiation, and stakeholder management, with a background in sponsorship or marketing. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sponsorship strategy
  • Proposal development
  • Relationship management
  • Commercial negotiations
  • Performance reporting
  • Stakeholder engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Market research skills
  • Brand alignment expertise
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Management, or related field
  • 3-5 years’ experience in sponsorship, partnerships, or business development
  • Proven track record of achieving revenue growth and sponsorship targets
  • Experience in commercial negotiations and contract management

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