Overview
VP of Partnership Jobs in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain at PWN Barcelona
Title: VP of Partnership
Company: PWN Barcelona
Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Vice President of Partnerships
Professional Women’s Network (PWN) Barcelona
Location: Barcelona, Hybrid/Remote
Type: Volunteer, Executive Role
Reports to: President, PWN Barcelona
About PWN Barcelona
PWN Barcelona is part of a global movement of professional women united to promote gender-balanced leadership and empower women to grow personally and professionally. As a not-for-profit, volunteer-led organization, we are committed to building a thriving, inclusive, and inspiring community through events, mentorship, training, and strategic alliances.
Role Overview
We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Vice President of Partnerships to lead and expand our network of strategic alliances. This executive volunteer will play a key role in identifying, securing, and nurturing both profitable partnerships (sponsorships, co-branded initiatives, in-kind contributions) and collaborative relationships with corporates, institutions, and aligned organizations.
This role is ideal for a proactive leader passionate about gender equality, business development, and ecosystem collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Partnership Strategy & Development
Design and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with PWN’s mission, vision, and funding needs.
Identify potential sponsors and partners (corporates, SMEs, public institutions, NGOs, universities, foundations, and startups) that align with our values and community.
Develop a profitable partnership model with tiered sponsorship packages, value propositions, and ROI metrics.
Corporate Collaboration
Establish corporate alliances that support our programs (events, mentorship, upskilling) through funding, visibility, or resources.
Coordinate joint initiatives such as diversity & inclusion workshops, thought leadership sessions, or co-hosted events.
Act as the liaison with corporate HR, CSR, and DEI leaders to co-create shared-value collaborations.
Relationship Management
Nurture long-term relationships with existing partners and stakeholders.
Ensure clear communication, reporting, and partner satisfaction through ongoing engagement.
Leverage the wider PWN Global network to unlock international partnership opportunities.
Team Leadership & Reporting
Lead and mentor a small team of volunteers focused on partnership execution and partner care.
Report regularly to the Executive Board on KPIs, pipeline, and outcomes.
Collaborate with the VP Events, VP Marketing, and VP Membership to ensure synergy across all activities.
Requirements
Experience in partnership development, sponsorship sales, or corporate relations, ideally within a nonprofit, business association, or consulting environment.
Strong network in Barcelona’s corporate ecosystem is a plus.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Strategic thinker with a hands-on, action-oriented approach.
Passion for gender equality, leadership, and professional development.
Fluent in English/Spanish and/or Catalan are a plus.
What We Offer
A high-impact leadership role in one of Barcelona’s most vibrant professional women’s networks.
Opportunity to shape the future of gender-balanced leadership.
Access to a diverse international network and thought leaders.
Visibility and recognition within the business and social innovation ecosystem.
