Corporate Partnerships Relationship Manager

Job Description

Career Opportunities: Corporate Partnerships Relationship Manager (2187) Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness Full time, Permanent Role based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane Closing Date: Sunday the 16th of March 2025 ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.THE OPPORTUNITY The Corporate Partnerships Relationship Manager is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with corporate partners to advance The Foundation’s mission. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Set the budget and KPIS in consultation with the Senior Manager for the partnership portfolio at The Foundation to drive retention and growth. Lead the strategy and implementation of The Foundations corporate partnership retention program, ensuring the program delivers against agreed workplan Drive contract renewal and negotiation for existing partners to meet agreed retention rates Manage purpose led marketing and communication campaigns with existing partners that grow brand awareness and drive new donors and income to The Foundation Build strong internal relationships with the Programs and Public Affairs division to deliver against shared outcomes for The Foundation and corporate partners. Plan and coordinate partnership engagement events, meetings, and presentations to enhance partner involvement and commitment. Identify cross-selling opportunities with corporates, sponsors and supporters for key community partnership events. Support the development of high-value pitches and proposals to businesses and corporate foundations. Assist in the ongoing delivery of the Workplace Giving Program. Provide mentoring to the wider Partnerships team in best practice stewardship of partnerships. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Demonstrated experience in account management or partnership engagement Demonstrated ability to implement project plans and timelines Ability to communicate across a range of medium which includes public speaking, verbal and written presentations and proposals Excellent competence in MS Office and use of databases Tertiary qualification in fundraising, communication, marketing or related discipline, or equivalent experience How we recognise your contribution Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you. Please apply directly using the "Apply" button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement. Applications Close: Sunday the 16th of March 2025 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position. The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment. Please note: We will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr