At Kiron, we believe that everyone has an equal right to access quality education. We are an edtech non-profit dedicated to providing refugees and underserved communities free access to high-quality education, bridging skill gaps and promoting inclusion in the job market. As a team, we want to shape a world where everyone can fulfil their highest potential for a self-determined, dignified life, shaping a sustainable future together.

As the Corporate Partnerships Manager you will lead and execute Kiron’s corporate partnership strategy to expand employment pathways and secure financial support for refugees and individuals with a forced displacement background. With a strong focus on the DACH region and key programs such as THRIVE and Next Gen, this role combines strategic partnership development, fundraising, and cross-functional collaboration to drive impact and ensure program sustainability through private sector engagement.

Corporate Partnership Strategy, Development & Fundraising

• Employer Network Expansion: Identify, engage, and maintain strategic relationships with corporate partners, particularly in the DACH region, to open employment opportunities for Kiron’s participants.
• Program Alignment: Design integrated partnership models that align with Kiron’s mission and the employment goals of our initiatives.
• Funding Model Development: Develop and implement a sustainable funding model for corporate partnerships, including donation tiers, co-funding mechanisms, or CSR-linked contributions.
• Corporate Fundraising: Actively approach corporate partners for financial support and donations in alignment with their social impact and CSR priorities.
• Storytelling & Value Creation: Craft compelling, funder-oriented narratives and partnership propositions that highlight shared value, social return, and success stories.
• Evaluation & Learning: Lead data collection and impact reporting to evaluate the effectiveness of partnerships in driving both employment and financial outcomes. Use insights and feedback to refine the funding and partnership strategy.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Program Support

• Integrated Program Delivery: Collaborate closely with our Programs Team to ensure partnership activities contribute to project milestones and meaningful employment outcomes.
• LinkedIn Partnership Involvement: Support the implementation of our LinkedIn partnership in coordination with the project manager.
• Strategic Input: Act as an internal driver for corporate partnership strategy—ensuring fundraising, employment, and visibility goals are coordinated across teams.

Outreach, Representation & Communication

• Community Engagement: Represent Kiron at business forums, CSR networks, and industry events to promote partnership opportunities and attract both in-kind and financial support.
• Content Development: Create high-quality partner-facing materials—such as case studies or pitch decks—that communicate the impact of corporate involvement.
• Partner Stewardship: Manage relationships with current partners to deepen their engagement.

Essential Experience

• Corporate Partnership Development: Demonstrated success in identifying, initiating, and managing strategic relationships with corporate partners, ideally within nonprofit, education, or social impact contexts.
• Corporate Fundraising & Resource Mobilization: Experience securing financial support from corporate stakeholders—incl. negotiating sponsorships, unrestricted donations, co-funding models, or in-kind contributions aligned with CSR or ESG goals.
• Value-Driven Negotiation: Proven ability to develop compelling value propositions and successfully negotiate mutually beneficial agreements with corporate actors.
• Cross-Sector Stakeholder Engagement: Background in navigating and aligning diverse priorities across private sector partners and internal nonprofit teams to deliver on employment and fundraising goals.
• Program-Linked Partnerships: Hands-on experience developing partnerships that directly support talent, employment, or learning programs (e.g. internships, job placements, mentoring), ideally with a focus on inclusion or migration.
• Project Management & CRM Tools: Comfortable managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects using tools like Salesforce, Asana, or other CRM and project management systems.
• Cultural & Linguistic Fluency: Experience working in German-speaking environments.

Skills & Competencies

• The ability to engage partners confidently in German and English—both written and spoken (C2).
• Understanding of CSR initiatives and how they align with organizational goals and values.
• Knowledge of funding mechanisms available through corporate partnerships, including grants and sponsorships.
• Awareness of legal and compliance issues relevant to corporate partnerships and nonprofit funding in Germany.
• Understanding of the cultural dynamics and social issues affecting refugees and displaced individuals, particularly in the German context.
• Familiarity with the professional development and employment sectors, ideally in the DACH region.

This profile draws on our experience of people who have been successful in this role in the past. We warmly encourage you to apply if you feel your experience and skills equip you for this job but are not listed here.

• Contract: Fixed Term (1 year) with the possibility of extension.
• Impact: Seize the chance to make a meaningful difference by applying your expertise to our mission. Let’s work together on collective impact!
• Flexibility: You are free to create your ideal workday in coordination with your team and organizational needs. Work remotely or from our office at the Impact Hub Berlin and arrange your working hours flexibly, whether you are an early bird or a late starter.
• Development: Take advantage of our commitment to continuous learning with 5 days of educational leave annually and a personal development budget to boost your professional skills.
• Time off: Enjoy 30 days of vacation and additional days off for Christmas and New Years Eve to rest and recharge.
• Transparency: Our wage model is transparent and ensures pay equity and inclusivity.
• Family-friendly: We acknowledge the challenge of coordinating work life and private life and warmly accommodate the needs of your family, relationship or kids as you work with us.

Then please submit your application via this link. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

You can expect at least two rounds of interviews and in some cases the completion of a task. We will inform you about the process in our first conversation. We will inform all applicants of the outcome of their application. If you have any questions about the position, please contact careers@kiron.ngo.

Kiron is committed to empowerment and inclusion and continuously works to create a diverse, safe and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all people - regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion, worldview or sexual orientation.

Since 2015, Kiron has been at the forefront of offering accessible, innovative educational solutions to refugees and underserved communities globally. With a comprehensive digital platform, Kiron Campus, we have supported over 100,000 learners with skills essential for the labour market, fostering academic, professional, and personal growth.