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Catalyst Now is hiring: Partnerships Coordinator (Remote)

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South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Job Description

Are you passionate about social change and supporting global SDG initiatives? Catalyst Now is looking for a Partnerships Coordinator to join their remote team!

Job Title: Partnerships Coordinator
Location: Remote (Global) - requires at least 4 hours overlap with CET working hours
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, six-month internship (renewable/full employment opportunity)
Salary: USD 1,200 - 1,500 per month, commensurate with experience and location

About Catalyst Now

Catalyst Now is a vibrant global movement comprising social innovators committed to transforming systems and fostering sustainable change aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Established as a nimble startup, Catalyst Now has rapidly evolved into a dynamic platform that connects over 6,000 members representing more than 4,500 organizations across 156 countries.

Our mission is to create spaces where social innovators can connect, collaborate, and contribute to transformational change. With a vision for , Catalyst Now recognizes the unprecedented challenges faced by our world-from climate change and conflicts to deep-rooted inequalities. Despite these complexities, we see immense opportunities for meaningful action and systemic change.

About the Role

The Partnerships Coordinator plays a vital role within Catalyst Now's fundraising ecosystem. As an integral part of our team, the successful candidate will ensure that the organization's fundraising activities are executed efficiently, professionally, and reliably.

This position provides critical operational support that enables the Fundraising & Partnerships Lead and senior leadership to focus on strategic relationship building, securing funding, and closing grants.

This role is essential in maintaining Catalyst Now's credibility and professionalism in the eyes of donors and partners, which in turn supports the organization's sustainable growth. The Partnerships Coordinator will work closely with various teams and external stakeholders to facilitate seamless operations across all fundraising activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain and update the fundraising pipeline and tracking tools to reflect current opportunities and progress.
  • Monitor the status of proposals, grant agreements, invoices, and payments.
  • Follow up with donors and partners regarding outstanding payments and commitments.
  • Support the onboarding process for new donors and partners, ensuring a smooth transition.
  • Schedule and facilitate pipeline and fundraising review meetings, including preparing agendas and recording minutes.
Grants and Funding Support
  • Conduct research to identify new funding opportunities, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
  • Manage the grants calendar to ensure timely submission of applications and reports.
  • Compile and coordinate materials required for grant applications.
  • Draft, review, and submit small and medium sized grant proposals.
  • Support compliance with funder requirements, maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
Donor and Partner Stewardship
  • Maintain and regularly update the CRM and donor database to ensure data accuracy.
  • Process donations, pledges, and acknowledgements efficiently.
  • Prepare updates, reports, and basic impact summaries for funders.
  • Coordinate stewardship activities such as meetings, updates, and follow ups.
  • Ensure funders receive timely, accurate, and professional communications that reflect Catalyst Now's values and goals.
Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of skills and experience that align with Catalyst Now's mission and operational needs:

  • Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising, grants management, or operations support.
  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to track multiple deadlines and priorities.
  • Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, spreadsheets, and document management tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex information compellingly.
  • High level of attention to detail and reliability in managing sensitive data.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively, demonstrating strong coordination skills.
  • Experience in developing strategic engagement plans for individuals and organizations.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to work comfortably across different cultural contexts and with remote teams.
What Catalyst Now Offers
  • A unique learning environment: Gain hands on experience in a fast growing international NGO, working alongside a youthful and dynamic team.
  • Professional development: Opportunity to coordinate personal projects that will enhance organizational impact.
  • Global network: Collaborate within a network of nearly 4,000 organizations, including renowned entities like Skoll Foundation, Ashoka, Schwab Foundation, and Echoing Green.
  • Flexible work environment: Fully remote position with a requirement for a minimum of 4 hours overlap with Central European Time (CET).
  • Compensation: USD 1,200 - 1,500 monthly, based on experience and location.

Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form linked below. The process takes approximately 15-30 minutes.

Be part of a passionate movement dedicated to social innovation and sustainable change. Your skills and commitment can help scale impactful solutions that address the world's most pressing challenges. Apply today and contribute to a global effort to transform societies and advance the SDGs!

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