Partnerships Specialist
Then we might have the right opportunity for you!
We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Partnerships Specialist to join our Partnerships team. The Partnerships team is anchored in our newly established Partnerships & Events department, consisting of 14 dedicated professionals. Our team is international and collaborative, bringing together colleagues from diverse backgrounds who work closely to achieve shared goals.You will join a group that values inclusivity, teamwork, and the exchange of ideas. The department is responsible for strategy implementation through integrating strategic events and managing key global and domestic partnerships.
Within the context of increasing pressure through climate change, global food shortages and public health crises, the Novo Nordisk Foundation is aiming to increase its global reach and impact. There is a growing need to forge strategic partnerships with international actors, to achieve the Foundation’s ambitions of its Strategy 2030.This role is a unique opportunity to work in a purpose-driven, private foundation alongside passionate and talented colleagues, who are committed to our vision to improve people’s health and the sustainability of society and the planet.
The Job
As Partnerships Specialist you will collaborate closely with the Partnerships team, supporting the team with tasks ranging from research to coordinating workshops and events. You will report directly to the Director of Partnerships & Events.
Daily, your tasks will include:
- Conducting research and analysis on potential partners, sectors and trends
- Preparing presentations, briefing materials and reports for both internal and external stakeholder
- Coordinating meetings, workshops and events with partners and internal teams
- Maintaining accurate documentation of partnership activities
We hope that you will bring your analytical skills in play to support us in optimising our processes and ensure that we maintain a strong overview of our ongoing activities and projects.
Requirements
You might be a recent graduate or have a couple years of experience working with stakeholder/partnership management, management consulting or project management. For this role, it is more important that you have a can-do attitude, are curious by nature and have strong analytical and research skills.
We imagine you have:
- A master’s degree and a couple of years’ work experience, either from a relevant student position or a full-time role
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Danish is an advantage, but not required
- Experience working across multiple departments/functions
- Experience with CRM tools is an advantage
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
As a person you are:
- Ambitious and proactive
- Impact-oriented with an analytical mindset
- Able to synthesise complex information
- Detail-oriented and structured in planning and executing
- Steadfast under pressure and driven to meet deadlines
- Able to work independently
Working at the Novo Nordisk Foundation
We offer a committed and professional workplace where colleagues thrive, are challenged, and have opportunities to develop their potential. At the Novo Nordisk Foundation, you will work on important projects that improve health and sustainability, collaborate with key actors in research and development, and be part of a dedicated team passionate about creating impact.
Application and Information
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, university transcripts and other relevant documents by clicking the ‘Apply now’ button no later than 26 November.
At the Novo Nordisk Foundation, we are committed to a transparent and inclusive selection and recruitment process. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are closely linked to our core values. We invite everybody to apply to our roles, regardless of background, orientation, and identity.
About the Novo Nordisk Foundation
About the Novo Nordisk Foundation
The Novo Nordisk Foundation dates back to 1922 and is an independent Danish Foundation with corporate interests. Our vision is to contribute significantly to research and development that improves the lives of people and the sustainability of society.
Since 2010, the Foundation has donated more than DKK 30 billion (€ 4 billion), primarily for research at public institutions and hospitals in Denmark and the other Nordic countries. The Foundation gets its income from ownership of the Novo Group companies and more than 160 other life science companies.
In the coming years, the Foundation will broaden its scope and increase its grants for scientific, humanitarian, and social purposes. As a consequence, we are a growing organisation, which means new job openings and exciting opportunities for employees to be part of forming the future of the Foundation.