Part-Time VIC Schools Partnerships Lead – Changemakers

Compassion Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Tax-free benefits up to $15,900 for to

Meals and entertainment allowance up 2

Job summary

Compassion Australia is seeking a Schools Partnership Manager (VIC) to grow and steward partnerships with schools across Victoria through the Changemakers program.

The role involves visiting schools, delivering student workshops, and coordinating partnership activities, while building long-term relationships with school leadership and educators. Hybrid work options are available in a not-for-profit setting focused on faith-based youth development.

Qualifications

• Experience in Christian education, chaplaincy, youth ministry or stakeholder engagement.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Ministry, Community Development, Business, Marketing or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage long-term partnerships with a portfolio of VIC schools, developing tailored plans aligned with each school's vision and student formation goals.
• Deliver engaging Changemakers experiences, including Launch days, workshops, leadership presentations and professional learning, across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
• Represent Compassion with professionalism and enthusiasm, inspiring students, educators and school communities to live out their faith through action and Compassion.
• Foster meaningful relationships with school leaders and identify opportunities to deepen engagement and maximise partnership impact.
• Collaborate with the Schools Team to ensure a consistent partner experience, sharing best practice and helping shape the development of the Changemakers program.
• Coordinate school visits, events, and partnership activities while maintaining accurate records and CRM data along the way.
• Continuously refine partnership experiences and resources to enhance engagement and long term impact.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Presentation skills

Organisation

Time management

Initiative

Resilience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Driver's license

Working With Children Check

Job description

Compassion Australia is seeking a Schools Partnership Manager (VIC) to grow and steward partnerships with schools across Victoria through the Changemakers program.

The role involves visiting schools, delivering student workshops, and coordinating partnership activities, while building long-term relationships with school leadership and educators. Hybrid work options are available in a not-for-profit setting focused on faith-based youth development.