Business Partnerships Adviser Sydney NSW, Australia Req #11875 Friday, 24 January 2025 Initial 6 month contract – full time hours Sydney based – hybrid working arrangement Support valuable revenue streams for the World's largest Humanitarian movement About Red Cross Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement.
We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.
We act for humanity.
About the role As an Adviser - Business Partnerships, your focus will be to develop and grow relationships with corporate, philanthropic and other partners, to secure income generation, drive strategic value, and build non-financial support for Red Cross' work.
You will assist with the acquisition of new government, corporate and philanthropic partners through targeted prospecting, industry networking and identification of new opportunities.
Day to day you will You will manage a portfolio of existing relationships with partners that provide financial, pro bono or in-kind support for Red Cross.
You will initiate, meet with, negotiate and secure a range of sustainable funding relationships.
You will support the development of high quality pitches, funding proposals and grants/tenders.
You will provide strategic advice on funding and sector trends and identify opportunities to ensure the organisation is well positioned to meet its business priorities.
Establish and grow partnerships that deliver both financial and non-financial value for Red Cross.
Research and acquire new partners who we can build a long term partnerships with - as true business partners to deliver on strategy (revenue, probono, advocacy).
This will include screening of potential partners, ensuring engagement and communication plans are developed and delivered and facilitating a smooth transition of the relationship along the donor journey from acquisition to retention and growth.
What you will bring Sound knowledge gained through experience in a corporation or NGO in fundraising, business development, account management, sponsorship or marketing role Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to develop strong relationships with decision makers of corporations and foundations Strong understanding and demonstrated ability to coordinate and put together compelling quality pitches Proficient in using data analytic tools Good understanding of legal, financial and ethical issues related to partnerships Sound analytical and research skills and demonstrated ability to assess, evaluate, solve problems apply findings as appropriate Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary.
You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.
Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness.
And access guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.
Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses Further information Applications close: 9am Monday 10th February For additional enquires, please contact Luca Ridulfo – ******.
Please note this is for enquiries only, applications must be submitted via the links provided to be considered.
While we appreciate the interest in our roles, we will not be engaging with agencies or agency candidates for this position.
Ref number 11875 Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre.
We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations.
We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children.
Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.
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