Strategic Engagement & Partnerships Lead – India Location : India (Remote)

Engagement Type : Independent Contractor/ Consultant

Start Date : Immediate

Application Deadline : Interview on rolling basis

Background WEConnect International is a global nonprofit that connects women-owned businesses with corporate and government buyers, advancing inclusive sourcing and business growth globally.

Scope Of Work & Deliverables

- Corporate Partnerships & Market Development:
- Build and manage a pipeline of corporate and institutional partners across India
- Initiate and advance engagement with companies, industry bodies, and government stakeholders
- Support conversion of prospects into active partners
- Maintain a structured pipeline tracker
- Inclusive Sourcing Engagement:
- Design and deliver initiatives promoting inclusive sourcing and responsible procurement practices
- Engage senior corporate and government stakeholders
- Plan and execute roundtables, workshops, and forums
- Program & Project Delivery:
- Execute partnership-driven and donor-supported initiatives
- Develop project plans, risk trackers,



and timelines
- Coordinate with internal teams and partners
- Funding & Partnership Development:
- Identify corporate and CSR funding opportunities
- Support proposal and partnership development
- Provide market intelligence
- Market Intelligence & Representation:
- Track trends in ESG and inclusive sourcing in India
- Represent organisation at industry events
- Reporting & Communication:
- Provide updates on partnerships, programs, and funding opportunities
- Prepare reports and presentations

Expected Outputs

- Partnership pipeline tracker
- Event summaries
- Project reports
- Funding briefs
- Monthly performance summary

Qualifications

- 8–10+ years in partnerships or business development in India
- Strong stakeholder engagement experience
- Established network
- Project and budget management experience

Working Arrangement

- Independent contractor
- Deliverables-based
- Remote

Contract Terms

- Annual contract

📌 Strategic Engagement & Partnership Lead - India (Italia)
🏢 WEConnect International
📍 Italia