Church Partnerships Manager

Bible Society Australia; Bathurst; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bible Society Australia is seeking a passionate Partnerships Manager to grow church and supporter relationships across NSW and ACT. You will represent the mission, coordinate fundraising, and nurture donor stewardship while engaging churches, networks and supporters in prayer, advocacy and giving.

The role is in-field with a mix of remote work and travel to churches and events, reporting to the Head of Partnerships. This fixed-term, full-time position supports the Marketing & Fundraising team.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, donor development, business development, sales or partnership management.
• Proven track record of achieving financial, growth or engagement targets.
• Strong relationship-building, communication and presentation skills.
• Experience using CRM systems and managing stakeholder pipelines.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel regularly and present at churches and Christian events.
• A personal Christian faith and alignment with BSA's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new church partners, Christian networks and major donor prospects.
• Develop opportunities for churches and supporters to participate through giving, prayer, advocacy, volunteering and bequests.
• Represent BSA at church services, meetings, events and conferences to invite partnership.
• Secure financial support through church partnerships, major gifts, regular giving and bequests.
• Contribute to fundraising, acquisition and engagement targets.
• Maintain CRM records, reporting and pipeline management.
• Work with Marketing, Bequests and other teams to coordinate partner engagement activities.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor development

Relationship-building

Partnership management

Sales

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Help grow Bible Society Australia's impact through meaningful church and supporter partnerships. As a Partnerships Manager, you'll develop relationships and present BSA’s mission to churches, Christian networks and supporters, connecting people to pray, give, advocate and participate in Bible mission.

Location: Applicants must be based in Western NSW, Far Western NSW, Southern NSW, the Murrumbidgee region, or the ACT.

Locations may include: Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Broken Hill, Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Goulburn, Queanbeyan, Canberra and surrounding regional areas.

This is an in-field role, which will include a mix of remote work from a home office or another suitable location, and time spent visiting churches, ministries, supporters etc.

12 Month Fixed Term Contract, Full Time 1.0 (5 days per week)

Bible Society Australia (BSA) is seeking a passionate and relationship-focused Partnerships Manager to join our Marketing & Fundraising team. Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you will develop church and supporter relationships, represent BSA's mission, and help grow sustainable support through fundraising, donor stewardship and partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and engage new church partners, Christian networks and major donor prospects, building a pipeline of support and growing major donor giving through acquisition and upgrade opportunities.

Develop opportunities for churches and supporters to participate through giving, prayer, advocacy, volunteering and bequests.

Represent BSA at church services, meetings, events and conferences, presenting our mission and inviting partnership.

Secure financial support through church partnerships, major gifts, regular giving, mission projects, appeals and bequests.

Contribute to fundraising, acquisition and engagement targets.

Relationship Management & Stewardship

Manage a portfolio of major donors giving, or with the potential to give, $2,500+ annually.

Maintain a structured contact cadence that delivers meaningful and personalised engagement.

Build authentic, trust-based relationships with donors and churches as valued ministry partners.

Research and understand supporter motivations, interests and communication preferences to steward church and donor relationships with professionalism, care and responsiveness.

Maintain a strong understanding of BSA programs and ministry opportunities.

Work closely with Marketing, Events, Bequests and other teams to coordinate partner engagement activities.

Maintain accurate CRM records, reporting and pipeline management.

Communicate BSA's mission, impact and ministry opportunities to a variety of audiences.

Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

Faith-Based Engagement

Engage with churches and supporters in a manner consistent with BSA's Christian mission and values.

Offer prayer and spiritual encouragement where appropriate and welcomed.

Demonstrate pastoral sensitivity, professionalism and discretion.

Key Criteria

We are looking for candidates with:

Experience in fundraising, donor development, business development, sales or partnership management.

A proven track record of achieving financial, growth or engagement targets.

Strong relationship-building, communication and presentation skills.

Experience using CRM systems and managing stakeholder pipelines.

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Willingness to travel regularly and present at churches and Christian events, including weekends and evenings (on average, two working Sundays per month, with Time in Lieu respected).

A personal Christian faith and alignment with BSA's mission and values.

Experience in church engagement, donor fundraising or the Christian not-for-profit sector, with knowledge of major donor fundraising, supporter stewardship and church partnership development.

Experience representing a ministry or faith-based organisation.

Why Join Bible Society Australia?

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation transforming lives through the Bible.

Build meaningful relationships with churches, Christian leaders and supporters across Australia.

Join a supportive, mission-driven team with flexible working arrangements.

Make a lasting impact through God's Word in Australia and beyond.

Closing Date: Candidates are invited to apply as quickly as possible, as we will assess applications as they are received.