Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role…

We are looking for the Community & Partnership Manager who will work specifically across CNN’s new event franchise, Global Perspectives on Africa. In this role you will be responsible for growing and nurturing our global events’ community, through establishing and maintaining trusted relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders. The role is an integral part of connecting, building trust, nurturing long-term relationships and encouraging collaborations between internal and external partners.

Your Role Accountabilities…

Build and nurture an active global community of event participants, partners, and stakeholders.
Create opportunities for meaningful engagement before, during, and after events, both online and in person.
Work with CNNIC marketing teams to collaboratively feed into communication platforms, newsletters, and social channels to keep our community of speakers, partners and stakeholders connected and informed.
Identify and develop partnerships with leading organizations and leaders across corporate, government, and association sectors.
In partnership with commercial solutions and sales teams, build compelling proposals and partnership packages that align with both client objectives and event goals.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including government agencies, sponsors, industry associations, and VIP clients.
Collaborate with all internal teams, including sales, marketing, A&D, comms and editorial to deliver on stakeholder needs, in line with CNNIC event strategy.
Represent CNNIC at events, meetings, and industry gatherings to strengthen our network, brand presence and build awareness of Global Perspectives.
Share insights from partners and participants to help shape event content, marketing campaigns, and overall strategy.

Qualifications & Experience…

Experience in community management, partnerships, or stakeholder engagement within events, media, or related industries.
A natural relationship builder with established and proven track record in establishing and managing relationships with senior-level corporate and government stakeholders.
Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically in a fast-paced, international environment.
A genuine passion for connecting people, driving collaboration, and delivering exceptional results for partners.

Additional Information 

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands. 

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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