Church Partnerships Manager

Compassion Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free benefits up to $15,900

Meals & Entertainment allowance

Job summary

Compassion Australia is seeking a Church Partnerships Manager to strengthen NSW church partnerships and mobilize support for child sponsorship. You will connect with pastors, leaders and volunteers to grow partnerships and represent Compassion at churches, conferences and gatherings.

Based in NSW with hybrid work, you will travel domestically as needed and collaborate with the NSW/ACT church team to expand Compassion’s impact across Sydney and regional NSW.

Qualifications

• Australian citizen or permanent resident status.
• Proven ability to build stakeholder relationships and meet measurable goals.
• Strong networking and relationship-building across diverse audiences.
• Experience in lead generation and developing new opportunities.
• Experience cultivating, nurturing and growing existing partnerships.
• In-depth knowledge of local church context.
• Understanding of global poverty and community development through biblical lens.
• Confidence speaking in churches, conferences and public settings.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Track record of achieving or exceeding goals.
• Deep commitment to Christ and Compassion’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Identify, activate and grow new church partnerships across Sydney and regional NSW.
• Build long-term relationships with existing church partners and deepen engagement.
• Develop local initiatives aligned with Compassion’s national strategy.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Compassion presentations at churches, conferences and pastors’ gatherings.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Compassion and Strategic Partnerships team.
• Build relationships with Compassion’s volunteer presenter network across NSW.
• Participate in domestic or international travel with strategic partners as required.

Skills

Networking

Relationship building

Public speaking

Communication

Lead generation

Education

Theological training

Job description

Are you passionate about seeing the local church engaged in God’s global mission and bringing hope to children living in poverty? We are seeking a dedicated and strategic Church Partnerships Manager to join our experienced team and play a vital role in advancing our ministry across NSW.

Church Partnership Manager
Compassion Australia NFP
Full time, Permanent | Hybrid
Open to Location, NSW (Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle)

About Compassion

Compassion Australia is a purpose-driven (NFP) Christian organisation committed to releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name. Working alongside sponsors, supporters and church partners, we help fund and strengthen local church-led child development programs in over 25 countries, creating lasting impact for children, families and communities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Church Team Manager (NSW/ACT), you’ll be responsible for developing and strengthening church partnerships across NSW, inviting them into a deeper expression of their mission by engaging in child sponsorship. You’ll spend your time connecting with pastors, church leaders and volunteers, identifying opportunities for new partnerships and helping existing partners grow in their engagement with Compassion.

You’ll also have opportunities to represent Compassion through church presentations, conferences, pastors’ gatherings and strategic partner travel. Our work will directly contribute to children being released from poverty in Jesus’ name, while empowering churches to live out the Gospel in a practical and transformative way.

Key Accountabilities

• Identify, activate and grow new church partnerships across Sydney and regional NSW.
• Build trusted, long-term relationships with existing church partners and support them to deepen their engagement with Compassion.
• Identify and develop local initiatives that align with Compassion’s national strategy while responding to the needs of our church partners.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Compassion presentations at churches, conferences and pastors’ gatherings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Compassion and the wider Strategic Partnerships team.
• Build strong relationships with Compassion’s volunteer presenter network across NSW.
• Participate in domestic or international travel with strategic partners where required, helping them gain a deeper understanding of Compassion’s work and global mission.

About you

You’re a relational and motivated person who can build genuine trust and relationships while also working strategically towards goals.

You understand the local church context and are comfortable communicating with a diverse range of people, from pastors and church leaders to volunteers and supporters. You’re confident sharing a vision, speaking publicly and turning conversations into meaningful partnerships.

The successful applicant will possess the following:

• An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships while working towards measurable goals.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences.
• Experience in lead generation and developing new opportunities.
• Experience cultivating, nurturing and growing existing partnerships.
• In-depth knowledge and networks within the local church context;
• An understanding of global poverty and community development through a biblical lens.
• Confidence and experience speaking in churches, conferences, pastors’ gatherings and other public settings.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• A track record of achieving or exceeding goals and targets.
• A deep commitment to Christ, the local church and Compassion’s mission.

Desirable

• Experience in Christian Organisations;
• Experience, understanding and established relationships in Pentecostal church networks in NSW
• Knowledge of philanthropic and fundraising landscape;
• Experience in For Purpose sector;
• Theological training and/or qualifications.

Why join Compassion Australia?

• A mission you'll believe in: Every role contributes to releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name.
• Supportive team culture: Work with people who genuinely care about each other and the mission.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay: Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses & $2,650 on Meals & Entertainment
• Hybrid flexibility: Balance office collaboration with the flexibility to work from home.
• Professional growth: Access learning opportunities, meaningful projects and career development.
• Employee benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, additional leave options, paid volunteering and field trip opportunities and access to EAP & wellbeing support.