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For more than 65 years, Guide Dogs SA/NT has used its expertise in dogs and vision to promote independence, participation, inclusion and wellbeing for people with low vision or blindness or specialised support needs.  With a strong and long-standing reputation for doing what’s right Guide Dogs has been voted Australia’s Most Trusted Charity on seven occasions.  Organisation values of achievement, collaboration, integrity, fun and innovation underpin the work of around 125 dedicated staff in this profit-for-purpose entity which makes a real difference in the community.

The Partnerships Manager is responsible for creating long term value for Guide Dogs SA/NT through understanding markets, deploying effective partnership acquisition strategies, developing valuable networks and building strong internal and external relationships.

Working closely with the GM Fundraising, Marketing & Communications and the Fundraising and Marketing team, including Business Development, volunteers and people across the organisation, the Partnerships Manager leads a small dedicated team of specialists across the portfolio.  Key areas of responsibility include:

• developing and implementing acquisition plans for relevant fundraising streams;
• leading relationship building and management across corporate, community, government and non-government funding bodies;
• representing GDSA/NT at the national level for relevant programs including contributing to national project teams;
• developing, implementing and evaluating operational plans and budgets for all relevant streams aligning to organisational strategies;
• leading, supporting and developing team members to build capability and succession.

Applications are invited from self-motivated professionals with demonstrated experience in new partner acquisition, partnership management and business development.  High level interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach, the ability to readily establish credibility and the ability to prioritise and manage in a multi-faceted role will be key to success.  A genuine affinity with the work of Guide Dogs and the passion and drive to contribute to the ongoing success of the organisation is paramount.

Make an enquiry to discuss the possibility of joining this respected organisation where a positive and constructive culture supports the work of a highly dedicated employee cohort.