SayPro Strategic Partnerships Memberships Fellow SayPro116-CSPR-79 A7 - SayPro : Job Details

Job Opportunity: Strategic Partnerships Memberships FellowPosition Title: SayPro Strategic Partnerships Memberships FellowReference Number: SayPro116-CSPR-79 A7

SayPro (Say Programme) is a pan-African public service innovation enterprise committed to transforming service delivery, inclusive development, and government systems through strategic partnerships. With over 20 years of engagement in the development sector, SayPro leads thousands of impactful programmes across Africa and beyond.

The SayPro Strategic Partnerships Memberships Fellow will serve in a dynamic and multifaceted capacity, supporting the Accreditation Bodies Strategic Partnerships Office. The Fellow will help drive SayPro's Memberships Programme across dozens of public, private, academic, and civil society sectors—spanning local governance, infrastructure, urban planning, environmental management, ICT, social services, and more.

This is a high-impact leadership development fellowship focused on partnership building, policy advocacy, knowledge transfer, and organisational performance support.

• Support strategic coordination of monthly and quarterly membership engagements
• Collaborate with multiple SayPro departments including:
  • Communications, Customer Relations, Legal, Policy, Human Resources, and ICT
  • Urban Management, Environmental Services, Emergency & Health Services, and Energy
  • Performance Management, Data Science, Innovation, and Infrastructure Development
• Contribute to the implementation and review of:
  • Stakeholder communications and executive support
  • Capacity-building workshops, public programmes, and performance frameworks
• Conduct sector-specific research, write discussion papers, and facilitate dialogue
• Assist in developing strategies that foster collaboration between accreditation bodies and SayPro's extensive network of members
• Promote initiatives in areas such as climate change, sustainable energy, human settlements, recreation and parks, transportation, and community development

We're looking for ambitious changemakers and professionals who are passionate about systems improvement and collaborative development.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed degree or equivalent in:Public Policy, Law, Development Studies, Communications, Urban Planning, HR, Environmental Science, IT, or a related field
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in research, governance, or partnership roles
• Demonstrated leadership in community, academic, or professional environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to knowledge sharing, public sector improvement, and impact

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of municipal operations or accreditation frameworks
• Experience in donor-funded projects, advocacy work, or public-private collaboration
• Familiarity with strategic planning, M&E, or systems thinking approaches
• Passion for interdisciplinary work across sectors like education, housing, energy, and sustainability