Manager, Partnerships and External Relations

2 days ago

Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden SIWI - Stockholm International Water Institute Full time

Are you a goal-oriented highly skilled relationship builder with excellent management skills?

SIWI is now looking for a Manager, Partnerships and External Relations, to drive the development of financial, impact and in-kind support as well as manage partner programs for our global engagements, such as World Water Week and the Water for Climate Pavilion at COP.

The role
Temporary employment. This is a fixed term parental leave position of approximately one year starting in March 2026, with the possibility to extend. The role is based at SIWI's offices in Stockholm, Sweden, with a minimum in-office presence of 50% per week.

Permission to work in Sweden is required.

To fit this role, you need to be a goal-oriented highly skilled relationship builder with excellent program management and communications skills as well as tact and understanding of diverse stakeholder stewardship needs. You will serve as the key liaison between SIWI's external global multi-sector partners and internal teams and consultants to implement partnership programs.

In addition to partner solicitation, stewardship and program delivery, responsibilities include managing the entire partnership process, including contracts, invoicing, reporting as well as managing project consultants and communications.

In this role, you need to enjoy leading projects and collaborating with people and organizations in a multicultural environment. You have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and are able to organize your work independently using tools, like MS Excel, as well as coordinating your work with different stakeholder groups.

Main responsibilities

  • Act as key liaison between external and internal stakeholders
  • Lead the development and delivery of a detailed partnership program in close collaboration with colleagues and external partners
  • Develop partnership proposals and reports
  • Manage internal processes related to partner contracts and agreements, invoicing, and budget management
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Support the ongoing strategic development of SIWI Partnership programs

Key working skills

  • Can work independently, proactively and be self-sufficient
  • Have excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills
  • Learn and manage internal organizational processes systems
  • Have experience with and enjoy project management, customer service, sales and/or events

Native/fluent in written and spoken English

Previous experience:
Minimum of 5 years' experience in project management. Proficiency in Microsoft office programs (mainly Microsoft Excel) is an absolute must.

About us:
Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), an independent and non-profit organization, based in Stockholm and working globally, advances water's role in secure, equitable, and sustainable futures. We convene partners across sectors, translate knowledge into policy and practice, and strengthen capacity to co-create lasting water solutions.

World Water Week is the meeting place for everyone who wants to understand how water can help us address the world's greatest challenges. Starting in 1991, it is now the leading annual conference on global water issues.

How to apply for the position:
Please submit your CV and personal letter in English by using the application function on the SIWI web page: We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and no later than January 11, 2026, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. For more information about the position please contact: Hannah Benaim, Manager, Partnerships and External Relations: or Adele Nerelius HR Manager

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