Head of Partnerships

At ATNi (Acess to Nutrition initiative) we're looking for a Head of Partnerships to join our team.

Full-time
· Utrecht, the Netherlands;
Brussels, Belgium;
Nairobi, Kenya;
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

A note to prospective applicants:

We have been fortunate to receive a very strong response to this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications, we encourage you to carefully review the role description and essential requirements before applying.

If you do not meet the essential requirements, we kindly encourage you to consider whether this particular opportunity is the right fit for your profile before submitting an application.

ATNi (Access to Nutrition Initiative) is a global nonprofit actively challenging the food industry, investors and policymakers to shape healthier food systems. We analyse and translate data into actionable insights, driving partnerships, finance and innovations for market transformation so that all people have access to nutritious and sustainable food. ATNi is registered in the Netherlands and two dozen staff as well as over a dozen advisors and consultants.

For more information on ATNi, please visit our website. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Partnerships are a critical component of ATNi's Strategy and Theory of Change ) and a key lever for achieving systemic impact. This role ensures that ATNi effectively engages partners across the continuum of change, building strategic relationships that amplify the organisation's influence, impact and reach.

Working closely with the Executive Director, the Head of Partnerships will lead ATNi's Partnership Strategy, ensuring that ATNi collaborates with like-minded and complementary organisations that serve as change agents and strategic allies to accelerate action for improved access to nutrition. Geographically, ATNi works with global partners as well as regional and national partners in Europe, East Africa, West Africa, South and Southeast Asia.

ATNI’s Partnerships broadly fall into five categories:
Research;
Policy;
Food Business and Innovation;
Investments; and Funding. The postholder will oversee the first three. S/he will support Investment Partnerships working with the ATNi’s Capital4

Nutrition Team, and will support Funding Partnerships which is led by ATNi’s Head of Business Development.

The Head of Partnerships reports to the Executive Director and is a member of ATNi's Extended Management Team. The Head of Partnerships contributes to strategic discussions, represents ATNi externally, and drives collaboration across the organisation to advance ATNi's mission. S/he will represent ATNi externally, contributing to its reputation through thought leadership, partnership development and strategic engagement.

• Develop and implement ATNi's Partnership Strategy in alignment with its mission, Theory of Change and strategic priorities.
• Identify and pursue strategic partnership opportunities that advance ATNi's impact and influence.
• Build and nurture relationships with government agencies, international organisations, private sector actors, investors, civil society organisations and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor the effectiveness of partnerships and identify opportunities to increase collaboration and impact.
• Represent ATNi in high-level meetings, conferences, webinars and industry events, advocating for strategic partnerships and collaboration opportunities.
• Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the Management Team regarding partnership opportunities and risks.
• As a member of the Extended Management Team, help develop ATNi’s next strategy (from 2028 onwards).

• Lead and supervise the Partnerships team, fostering professional growth and collaboration within ATNi…