Foundation Partnerships Leader — Drive Growth & Impact

Penrith Panthers; Penrith; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount at Panthers food outlets

Discount on Panthers merchandise

Exclusive offers with partners

Rewards programs

Purchased annual leave

Staff social events

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Panthers Penrith is seeking a highly motivated Foundation Partnerships Manager to drive commercial and philanthropic growth. You will develop strategies to enhance corporate partnerships, fundraising opportunities, events, and supporter engagement, reporting to the Head of Foundation & Community.

The role may be full-time or part-time, with an expected January 18, 2027 start, based at Panthers Penrith. You will lead a team and collaborate across departments to deliver measurable outcomes for the

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in sport management, business, community development or equivalent.
• 1–2 years' experience in events, partnerships, business development, sponsorship or fundraising.
• Strong computer literacy with intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Panthers Foundation Strategic Plan.
• Build and maintain relationships across philanthropic and corporate networks.
• Develop and secure new partnerships with funders, donors and sponsors to generate revenue.
• Identify and grow revenue streams to enhance financial sustainability.
• Lead planning, coordination and delivery of the Foundation's events and fundraising program.
• Support the Foundation at Panthers events and match days; promote the Foundation's impact.

Skills

Event management

Partnerships

Sponsorship

Fundraising

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Microsoft Office

Education

Sport Management / Business / Community Development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Panthers Penrith is seeking a highly motivated Foundation Partnerships Manager to drive commercial and philanthropic growth. You will develop strategies to enhance corporate partnerships, fundraising opportunities, events, and supporter engagement, reporting to the Head of Foundation & Community.

The role may be full-time or part-time, with an expected January 18, 2027 start, based at Panthers Penrith. You will lead a team and collaborate across departments to deliver measurable outcomes for the