Sponsorship Manager

CareFlight; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian aeromedical organization is seeking a Sponsorship Manager to drive strategic fundraising initiatives. This full-time role involves managing sponsorship relationships, identifying opportunities for revenue growth, and collaborating with various departments to maximize sponsor value. Ideal candidates will have experience in not-for-profit sponsorship and exceptional project management skills. Applications close on 8th September 2025.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Not-for-Profit sponsorship and commercial fundraising.
• Strong track record of driving corporate sponsorship revenue growth.
• Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify market trends and develop sponsorship opportunities.
• Manage all contracted deliverables associated with sponsorships.
• Produce data-rich reports and renewal proposals.

Skills

Experience in Not-for-Profit sponsorship

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Canva

Job description

Overview

CareFlight is an Australian charity and aeromedical organisation voted consistently as one of Australia’s most trusted Brands. Our mission is to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community through delivering our charitable social purpose.

Proudly a 2023 HRD 5 Star Employer of Choice, we operate across Australia, with major base locations in NSW, and the NT. Our specially trained doctors, nurses, paramedics and aircrew use helicopters, turbo prop aircraft, aeromedical jets and patient transport vehicles to provide critical support to over 8,500 patients each year.

The role

We currently have an opportunity for a Sponsorship Manager who will report to the Head of National Sponsorships. The key objective for this role will be to retain and grow a portfolio of sponsors and supporters, proactively project manage key deliverables across the business and support the end-to-end identification, procurement, onboarding and activation of new sponsors in alignment with fundraising targets.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline development by identifying market trends and high dollar value sponsorship opportunities in line with business objectives.
• Support the retention and expansion of existing sponsorships whilst helping secure new opportunities with an emphasis on financial growth.
• Proactively manage all contracted deliverables associated with sponsorships.
• Produce compelling, data rich reports, case studies and renewal proposals that highlight sponsorship ROI and reflect evolving partner objectives.
• Collaborate with internal departments to design innovative sponsor opportunities and maximise sponsor value.
• Attend networking events and assist in CareFlight’s events (as required).
• Assist with the development of team processes to support long term growth.
• Organise and manage activations and key events from planning to delivery and measurement.

About you

The Sponsorship Manager is a key member of the fundraising team and will help drive strategic sponsorship initiatives that deliver commercial value, enhance brand exposure, and foster long-term relationships. This role is ideal for a dynamic individual who thrives on securing new business, juggling multiple projects, leading experiential activations, and managing client expectations with finesse

Qualifications

• 3+ years demonstrated experience in Not-for-Profit sponsorship and commercial fundraising.
• Track record of driving corporate sponsorship revenue growth.
• Account management experience, activating sponsor deliverables with creativity, discipline and a high level of attention to detail.
• Exceptional project management and organisational skills, capable of juggling multiple timelines and priorities.
• Collaborative personality with the ability to engage and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• High level written and verbal communication skills.
• A keen understanding of negotiation methods.
• Current driver’s licence and availability for travel or weekend work.
• Proficiency in using CRM platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Canva.
• Enthusiasm for working in a not-for-profit environment.
• Background in event management.
• Understand workplace giving program operations

Applications for this opportunity will close on Monday 8th September 2025.

For additional information, please contact [e-mail]

CareFlight values diversity in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

All employees must comply with CareFlight’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) as required by CASA and may be subject to random workplace testing.

Criminal Record and Working with Children Checks also apply.

CareFlight: 'The next life we save could be yours'

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care and Airlines and Aviation