Partnership and Fundraising Coordinator

Concord West, New South Wales

Part-time

Description

• Maximum Term for 12 months
• Part Time – 21 hours per week
• Working up to four days per week, with flexibility
• Support meaningful community programs and create real change!

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

About The Role

The Partnerships & Fundraising Coordinator role is responsible for the development and implementation of Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway (KTMW) Partnerships and Fundraising Program. This position will identify and deliver sponsorship, fundraising and grant opportunities to support the delivery of KTMW’s events, activities and programs, working closely with the Chair and the Secretary of the KTMW Board.

Key Responsibilities, Not Limited To

• Develop, implement, and manage KTMW’s new partnerships strategy.
• Research and identify potential sponsors, create tailored partnership proposals, deliver compelling presentations, and negotiate long-term, mutually beneficial sponsorship agreements.
• Ensure timely and effective delivery of sponsor benefits and maintain strong, ongoing sponsor relationships through regular communication and updates.
• Identify and pursue alternative funding sources, including donations and grant opportunities, to support KTMW’s programs, events, and financial sustainability
• Maintain accurate records and data on all sponsorship proposals, funding agreements, and grants, ensuring all key deliverables are met by both KTMW and its partners.
• Develop and implement annual sponsorship and fundraising plans, including measurable financial targets, and regularly monitor progress.
• Evaluate and report on the performance of KTMW’s partnerships and fundraising initiatives, identify areas for improvement, and provide strategic advice to the leadership team.

About the Person

To be successful in this position, ideally you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, business, fundraising or similar.
• Proven experience in sponsorship and partnership management and/or fundraising, including securing, managing, and retaining sponsors or donors.
• Demonstrated ability to identify new partnership opportunities and develop innovative proposals and marketing materials.
• Exceptional oral, presentation, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong capability in building and maintaining key stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes, address challenges, and anticipate community and partner needs.
• Successful track record in community fundraising, donor relations, and delivering positive revenue results.
• Current “Class C” Driver’s Licence.

What’s On Offer

We are offering a remuneration between $62,428 to $71,790 per annum plus Super.

The City of Canada Bay also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
• A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
• Significant leave benefits
• Continuous training, support, and leadership development
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Skin Cancer Checks) and much, much more!

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Jennifer Collins on 0414 707 386 or via email at [email protected]

How To Apply

Candidates MUST apply online by completing the form. Applications close 11:30pm, Wednesday 23 March 2026.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238 or email [email protected] to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups.

Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks.

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