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Head of Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising

PawaStats Inc
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2025

Head of Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising

PawaStats is an innovative tech startup revolutionizing how businesses in emerging markets harness AI and data analytics. With our flagship product, PawaSocial, we empower SMBs across Africa with real-time, actionable insights. We are seeking a dynamic leader to build and nurture strategic partnerships and secure the capital needed to drive our growth.

Role Overview :

The Head of Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to secure strategic alliances and raise funds from investors, corporate partners, and other funding sources. This is a leadership role ideally suited for someone with a proven track record in early-stage fundraising and business development within the tech ecosystem.

Note : This role is currently unpaid. However, we are committed to offering a competitive salary and employee share options post-investment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy for seed and early-stage rounds.
  • Identify, engage, and secure relationships with angel investors, venture capitalists, and strategic corporate partners.
  • Lead investor meetings, pitch presentations, and negotiations.
  • Build and maintain a robust investor pipeline using CRM tools and personal networks.

Strategic Partnerships :

  • Identify and establish partnerships that can accelerate our growth, including technology collaborations, channel partnerships, and joint marketing initiatives.
  • Negotiate partnership agreements and ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Represent PawaStats at industry events, conferences, and networking sessions to build strategic alliances.

    • Brand & Market Positioning :

  • Collaborate with the marketing team to develop compelling narratives that highlight PawaStats’ unique value proposition.
  • Work closely with the leadership team to refine product positioning and ensure alignment with investor and partner expectations.

    • Reporting & Metrics :

  • Monitor and report on key performance metrics related to fundraising and partnership development.
  • Use data-driven insights to optimize strategies and approaches.

    • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in fundraising, business development, or strategic partnerships, preferably within the tech startup ecosystem.
  • Preferably based in the United States.
  • Passionate about growing a startup in Africa.
  • Proven track record of successfully raising capital and establishing high-value partnerships.
  • Strong network within the venture capital, corporate, and startup communities.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Deep understanding of startup dynamics, investment space, market trends, and growth strategies.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

    • What We Offer :

  • Equity & Future Compensation : Although this is an unpaid role initially, we offer a competitive salary and significant employee share options post-investment.
  • Leadership Opportunity : A chance to shape the future of PawaStats and play a pivotal role in our growth trajectory.
  • Remote Flexibility : Work from anywhere while being part of a dynamic, innovative team committed to driving digital transformation in emerging markets.

    • How to Apply :

    Please send your resume, a brief cover letter highlighting your fundraising and partnership successes, and any relevant portfolio or case studies to pawastatsinc@gmail.com. We’re excited to explore how your expertise can help us unlock the next phase of our growth.

    Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

    Part-time

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    Technology, Information and Media

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