Fundraising & Partnerships Lead

Penrith Rugby League; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% discount at Panthers owned outlets

20% discount on Panthers merchandise

Staff social events

Job summary

Penrith Rugby League is seeking a Foundation Partnerships Manager to drive commercial and philanthropic growth for the Panthers Foundation. You will develop strategies to enhance corporate partnerships, increase fundraising opportunities and support major events, reporting to the Head of Foundation & Community.

This role may be full-time or part-time, with a January 18 2027 commencement date. You’ll build relationships across philanthropic and corporate networks and lead a high-performing team

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in events, partnerships, business development, sponsorship or fundraising.
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver strategies to enhance corporate partnerships and fundraising opportunities.
• Grow targeted supporter groups and coordinate major events.
• Lead and support the planning, coordination and delivery of the Foundation’s events and fundraising program.
• Work with program teams to articulate impact and outcomes of initiatives.

Skills

Partnerships

Business development

Fundraising

Events coordination

Education

Sport Management

Business

Community Development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Penrith Rugby League is seeking a Foundation Partnerships Manager to drive commercial and philanthropic growth for the Panthers Foundation. You will develop strategies to enhance corporate partnerships, increase fundraising opportunities and support major events, reporting to the Head of Foundation & Community.

This role may be full-time or part-time, with a January 18 2027 commencement date. You’ll build relationships across philanthropic and corporate networks and lead a high-performing team